Anita, I'm at the base of the Monadnock mountains, near the border of Vermont. You really should think about a window unit. You can pick one up for about $100. I hope you find relief. Red Garnet, I know what you mean about not wanting another mess to clean up. That's the downside to sewing in another room. I'm sorry about your hand/arm problem. I'm going to need an operation on my hand, and then I'll be out of commission for 6 to 8 weeks. I have trigger finger on the middle finger of my left hand. I hope your situation is better soon, or at least that you're able to work around it. Stay cool my friends.