bermudahwin Report post Posted January 23, 2019 So how focussed are you? My wife measures it in cold coffees... "That is the [insert number here] coffee you've let get cold, whilst you are doing..." whatever. Today has been a four cold cup day, and I am mainly sketching a satchel and some bits for a commission. And its only 12 centigrade / 53 F in the workshop, so I should drink it hot if I had any sense. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bermudahwin Report post Posted January 23, 2019 As I am not overwhelmingly stupid, and because I really appreciate the attention, I do drink almost all of them ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fredk Report post Posted January 23, 2019 A. Don't have wifey B. I never waste a cup of coffee C. 1/2 mugs of tea; on average, 4 by 1/2 cups, sometimes set down in another room, eg, next to one of the computers, or is it on the cutting table, assembly desk or. . . in the kitchen? Today, just one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VYO Report post Posted January 23, 2019 (edited) Except for the first cup in the morning I usually end up drinking all my coffee (12 cups over a full day) cold during the day. I drink decaf. Too distracted by what I'm working on to bother re-heating it. Edited January 23, 2019 by VYO Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bermudahwin Report post Posted January 23, 2019 51 minutes ago, fredk said: A. Don't have wifey We share drink making duties, as both work from home. It's her measure as she always drinks hot drinks whilst they are hot. H Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GRod Report post Posted January 23, 2019 (edited) I had this problem whenever I undertook a garage project. Then I selected one of these from the gift catalog my employer provides us around Christmas every year: https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Coffee-Warmer-Office-MWBLKPDQ-RB/dp/B000CO89T8 This silly little device changed my life. It doesn't keep the coffee piping hot, but very drinkable for as long as you want to leave it there. I did find that it's helpful to keep some kind of rubber/plastic coaster on top of the mug. Steam will condense there and drip back into the mug -- keeps your coffee from boiling dry. Added benefit of keeping sawdust, etc from settling in my beverage. EDIT: Ha! Well, there is apparently a more elegant solution to the condensation problem: https://www.amazon.com/Silicone-Covers-Multicolored-Flexible-Covers，Hot/dp/B07DWX2S6N/ref=sr_1_4 Edited January 23, 2019 by GRod Additional info found Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgg Report post Posted January 23, 2019 H you need to move your stuff into the house that way the coffee will stay a little warmer longer. Try and sell that to the misses. Yesterday here it was -30 C (-22 F) and today it's going to go up to +4 (39 F). That's a 34 C temperature change in about 24 hours. Winter parka or rain coat tomorrow? kgg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bermudahwin Report post Posted January 23, 2019 55 minutes ago, GRod said: This silly little device changed my life. It doesn't keep the coffee piping hot, but very drinkable for as long as you want to leave it there. I did find that it's helpful to keep some kind of rubber/plastic coaster on top of the mug. That looks kinda nifty, I'll UK amazon hunt for it. Thanks GRod 22 minutes ago, kgg said: H you need to move your stuff into the house that way the coffee will stay a little warmer longer. What and lose all of this space? Its heating it that's the bummer, as its a single skin brick garage that was converted by a previous occupant. my Godson's a PhD post doctoral naturalist and has been 3 months Guelph, 3 months northern Yukon, and he has 'explained' my workshop is not cold, many times... He is, of course, wrong! I dont envy any of my friends and ex colleagues in US, Canada and northern Europe the temperatures, and used to moan like a baby when it was me that had to travel in winter. So you have my sympathy. H Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bigfoote Report post Posted January 23, 2019 Yes I've had the same problem, partially solved by using one of these. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fredk Report post Posted January 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Bigfoote said: Yes I've had the same problem, partially solved by using one of these. Check out Poundland, Home Bargains and B&M for a thermos mug. Anywhere from £1 to £4.99 for the same mug. I have a couple for use at motorsport events deviation; that there would be handy for keeping pots of glue/resin/dye warm [do not put all three in the same pot!] https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Coffee-Warmer-Office-MWBLKPDQ-RB/dp/B000CO89T8 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bermudahwin Report post Posted January 23, 2019 I've a great thermal bottle from Costco, but always forget it (except at motorsport too, snap), fredk like the heater idea, though, and have a silicon cover that is now in the shop, thanks GRod Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GRod Report post Posted January 23, 2019 I have precisely one leather project on my resume: a very poorly tooled Aztec-ish lizard on a coaster. I'm lurking these parts because I simply hope to learn enough to make a few useful things; perhaps a nice belt and probably a journal cover. Maybe a nice satchel/messenger bag if I'm feeling ambitious. The level of artistry on these pages is, quite simply, staggering. If I can feel as though I've added value around here simply by mentioning my silly little coffee cup hot plate, well... that's a huge personal win for me! Glad to help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bermudahwin Report post Posted January 23, 2019 We all begin somewhere, and small steps can lead to big projects. I started by making small plain pieces, then some western carving, then traditional leatheroods, and saddled... Or maybe carve Bill the Cat... on a coaster :-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rbarleatherworks Report post Posted January 23, 2019 4 hours ago, kgg said: H you need to move your stuff into the house that way the coffee will stay a little warmer longer. Try and sell that to the misses. Yesterday here it was -30 C (-22 F) and today it's going to go up to +4 (39 F). That's a 34 C temperature change in about 24 hours. Winter parka or rain coat tomorrow? kgg OMG you guys out East are have a crazy cold snap... Warm wishes from the West Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgg Report post Posted January 24, 2019 Yesterday -50 boots, insulated jeans, insulated work coveralls, turtle neck, hoodie, winter arctic parker. Tonight / tomorrow sweat shirt and rain jacket. I want, I need, I hope and pray for climate change +22C (72F) all year. kgg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GRod Report post Posted January 24, 2019 7 hours ago, hwinbermuda said: Or maybe carve Bill the Cat... on a coaster :-) Excellent idea! How would anyone know if I'd done a poor job? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YinTx Report post Posted January 24, 2019 OMG, Bill the CAt! I've got to add that to my list of things to tool... now, how to do a fur ball.... YinTx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
