I’m a bit late to my June update because, well, life. But better late than never, no?

June really turned up the heat on my temperature cross stitch project. After a cool start, the month warmed up significantly, and my palette definitely reflects it. This month featured mostly oranges, with a few yellows and greens thrown in for balance.

In Burke, the average daily temperatures ranged from 58.9ºF to 89.1ºF, which meant I finally got to break into those warmer shades I’d been anticipating (even if I’m not a huge fan of the heat).

Unfortunately, I don’t have a photo of the finished month because I forgot to take one, so you’ll have to settle for this late June progress shot. But it does include a special guest appearance from my own little kitty stitching buddy, Muffin, so I think that makes up for it.

I can’t wait to see how July shapes up—something tells me there will be even more oranges (and maybe a few reds) ahead!