March brought a whole new look to my temperature cross stitch project. The purples and light teals that represent cooler temperatures are almost completely gone, and I’ve started working with deeper teals, greens, and even some yellows as the weather warms up. It’s been so satisfying to watch the colors gradually shift over the course of the month.

In Burke, the average daily temps ranged from 28.9ºF to 73.8ºF. That’s quite the range! It really felt like I was stitching the slow, steady arrival of spring right into the fabric each day.

March also brought a different kind of upgrade to my stitching setup. I swapped out the traditional round wooden hoop for my new favorite find—a square Q-Snap frame. It holds the fabric much more evenly, which makes it easier to work with. I also added a grime guard to keep the edges protected and prevent my fingers from dirtying the fabric as I stitch. They’re small changes, but they’ve made a big difference in how much I enjoy the process.

I just love how these three adorable little cats look seated next to each other. This project is such a mood booster, giving me a daily dose of serotonin. I can’t wait to see how April’s cat will look beside these three. I’m anticipating lots of greens and yellows ahead. Hopefully we’ll save the even warmer oranges and reds for later in the year, but only time will tell!