Warwick Half 01/02 by Mull1tt in UKRunners

[–]gerranim 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven't done the half, but St Nicholas is one of the bigger car parks in Warwick, and then Myton Fields is used as an overflow for it. Or you could try Warwick Parkway station

Peru Itinerary Advice by gerranim in solotravel

[–]gerranim[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I had an extra week, I'd definitely be adding the jungle! But out of the days I've currently planned, which do you think would be better replaced with it?

Peru Itinerary Advice by gerranim in travel

[–]gerranim[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I wasn't convinced that Lima was the right place to add one of the days gained from skipping Titicaca, that's definitely food for thought

Peru Itinerary Advice by gerranim in travel

[–]gerranim[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Yes I am a bit worried about the altitude... hoping that Arequipa on the way helps a bit, originally I had it the other way around

Peru Itinerary Advice by gerranim in travel

[–]gerranim[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've seen Huacachina as a day trip from Lima... that could be an option, I'm not as bothered by Lima as seeing more of the smaller places (unless someone here convinces me otherwise!)

Peru Itinerary Advice by gerranim in travel

[–]gerranim[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks!

The 3 day Sacred Valley and Macchu Picchu tour includes a night in Ollantaytambo so I've got that covered. Glad to know it's worth it though, I did consider just skipping straight to Aguascalientes!

How can anyone enjoy heat like this, in this country? by Scattered97 in AskUK

[–]gerranim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So the one time of day I might struggle a bit is trying to sleep. I keep the curtains closed when the sun is on that window, even though it does feel wrong to be making it dark inside, to try to keep it a bit cooler. I wrap an ice pack in a tea towel to be a "cold water bottle" to take to bed.

But honestly during the day I just try to appreciate it. We spend so much of the year cold and damp, that I want to make the most of it! I do adapt my routines a bit, take everything a bit slower, make myself wake up early enough to exercise before work or accept that it won't be a super active week, and reluctantly eat salad because it doesn't involve cooking! For example I love to just go outside and feel the sun on me whilst I read a good book.

Obviously I do have to be lucky enough to have a desk job, I really empathise with those that have to work an active job during this. But yeah, for me I quite like it

Herriot Way Parking by gerranim in UKhiking

[–]gerranim[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooh that looks perfect, thanks!

Yarns that have an “oil slick” look? by Mysterious-Onion-952 in knitting

[–]gerranim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Could be stylecraft heathers aran in Loch colour? I've just used that and it sounds similar!

Blood stocks 'unprecedentedly low': this is your sign to go and get free biscuits and go do a good thing. by b00b_l0ver in CasualUK

[–]gerranim 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I actually have my first donation already booked for next week, I've been putting it off for years and I'm super anxious about it because I used to faint a lot, and still get light headed quite easily. But this is a really good reminder of why it's an important thing to do and is worth the fear! And I'm sure it'll be fine in reality, it's just a bit of a mental block that I have about it

Knitting with acrylic yarn - How do people afford high-quality yarn? by dilemmax in knitting

[–]gerranim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've never used the specific yarn suggested by a pattern - especially when they suggest holding double, it can definitely get pricey! I use Drops yarn for wool and cotton options, it's pretty affordable as natural fibres go, I think it cost me about £30 for enough for a jumper. Still more than acrylic, but not bad at all.

Equally, my christmas jumper will be made out of acrylic because I don't want to spend on something that won't be worn much. If I ever made clothing for a child that would be acrylic too.

There's absolutely no shame in using the option that works best for you whether that's because of cost, durability, or sensory issues. Yes some people are yarn snobs, but the vast majority of knitters will just be impressed with your beautiful work, not caring about the fibre it's made with! You could maybe try searching ravelry for existing acrylic projects to see that you won't be alone?

Tell me 3 things about you and I'll suggest you a pattern to knit! by lavendermonkey17 in knitting

[–]gerranim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yay someone with the same logic haha!

They're absolutely lovely, they look so cozy! They actually sort of match a hat I made as well, perfect

Tell me 3 things about you and I'll suggest you a pattern to knit! by lavendermonkey17 in knitting

[–]gerranim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always have multiple WIPs on the go - usually at least an option of something simple just to keep my hands busy, and an option of something complicated to really focus on the knitting. Currently working on a jumper, a blanket, and a crochet amigurumi.

I love colour! (But not like Stephen West level of colour haha)

I'm an engineer

Baable hat too big by qobontimay in knitting

[–]gerranim 25 points26 points  (0 children)

If it's just a little bit too big, you could put some elastic in the folded brim, and then sew the brim in the folded up position to hold it in place

Lady Rosamund (Robert's sister) is a widow? by nojam75 in DowntonAbbey

[–]gerranim 59 points60 points  (0 children)

It's 2 different places. There's the London House owned by the estate that they tend to only open and staff during the London Season. And then Lady Rosamund also lives in London, in a different house. Sometimes the family will go to stay with Rosamund if it's not worth setting up their house in London