February 2026 Wrap Up: Travel, Crochet and Romance Reads
February 2026 is less about big reading stats and more about a full, lived-in month. Even though I read only four books, February was packed with travel, crochet projects, and quiet progress behind the scenes. Sometimes a lighter reading month still makes for the best life month.
February 2026 Wrap Up
February 2026 in life
The biggest highlight was our 10-day trip to Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. We had been planning it since last year, postponed it once, and honestly, waiting made it better. It turned out to be one of our best trips. I am still easing back into routine, so I have not written the full travel posts yet, but they are coming in March. I have already started sharing bits on Instagram, so that is step one.
Another major update: I finally created a separate crochet account, ThreadedWhim. If I am serious about turning it into a side hustle, it deserves its own space. My Bookstagram will stay books plus life. As for YouTube, I do not have the energy to run multiple channels, so I renamed it Books Teacups and Beyond . That will hold all three niches: books, crochet, and travel. I have a couple of travel videos lined up, and I am actually excited to share those.
Adding another hobby has definitely slowed my reading. There are only so many hours in a day. But crocheting has also reduced my mindless scrolling, so I call that a win. I downloaded the Focus To Do Pomodoro app to manage my time better, and it genuinely helps me structure my day instead of floating through it.
February 2026 in Crochet
On the crochet front, February was productive. In January I made a book sleeve and bookmarks. This month I made a coin pouch, a bag charm, a lip balm pouch that doubles as a bag charm, a specs cover, and a stationery pouch that is currently out for lining and chain fitting. Next time I want to try doing the lining myself. Let’s see how brave I feel. I will be sharing photos and videos of everything one by one on the crochet account ThreadedWhim.
February 2026 in Reading
Reading-wise, I finished 4 books totaling 1,478 pages: 1 ebook and 3 paperbacks.
I started the month with The Fine Print. It delivered exactly what I expected: addictive workplace billionaire romance with grumpy x sunshine vibes. It reminded me of Ana Huang’s style, just a little less spicy. It was super entertaining but best? No. I gave this 4 stars.
The Wrong Way Home was my flight companion. I started it when we boarded and finished it on the return flight without touching it during the actual trip. It is an engaging, layered feminist contemporary that explores the life of a divorced woman in India with honesty and nuance. I really appreciated that. But I was also frequently annoyed with the main character and some of her decisions, so again, very good but not mind-blowing.
During travel I picked up If You Were Mine (Circle of Vows #2) by Inaara Sheikh. Completely unplanned read. I started it during the bus ride from Pattaya to Bangkok and then continued on a five-hour bus journey from Malaysia to Singapore. It ended up being better than the first book. Still not perfect, but I enjoyed the plot and the characters. Rivals to lovers, second chance romance, resentment, abandonment issues, longing, and love. The characters were messy. The FMC was a bit childish at times. But the chemistry between Iyrah and Ziyaan was sharp, and the climax genuinely surprised me. I gave this 4 stars.
I ended the month with Terms and Conditions, and that was hands down my favorite. I loved it even more than The Fine Print. The plot felt tighter, the chemistry stronger, the romantic gestures were swoon-worthy and the banter was Chef’s kiss. Completely addictive. gave this 4.5 read.
March 2026 Plans
March is looking calm for now. No dramatic plans. Just trying to get back into rhythm and find balance between life, reading, blogging, and crochet. If I can manage all four without losing my mind, I will call that success.
What was your favorite read in February 2026?
What’s your plan for March?
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Hi, I'm Yesha, an Indian book blogger. Avid and eclectic reader who loves to read with a cup of tea. Not born reader but I don't think I’m going to stop reading books in this life. “You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me.”
14 Comments
Carla
It sounds like you had a lovely vacation. I will watch for your pictures etc. Sometimes a new hobby is just what you need and it sounds like you are enjoying it. I’m glad February was a good month for you, Yesha.
Books Teacup and Reviews
There are family expectations and relatives are toxic in the first book. There is little about culture but not as major as this romance series. I hope you enjoy the book if you decide to read.
Books Teacup and Reviews
Yes, we had a great time and i still have half a post to write about the vacation. I’m enjoying crochet and i got first order as well. I hope to be better at it and also start a small business.
Carla
Good for you, Yesha.
Lashaan Balasingam @ Roars and Echoes
The trip sounds awesome! And it’s cool that you are exploring a new hobby. Enjoy it as much as you can, Yesha! 😀
Books Teacup and Reviews
Thank you, Lashaan, we had great time and I’m absolutely enjoying new hobby.
Sumedha
sounds like an amazing month! i look forward to your travel posts!
Books Teacup and Reviews
Thank you, Sumedha. Hopefully it will be ready by mid March.
Rebecca
Sounds like a wonderful February 🙂 I hope March is also a lived-in month for you, with all the best reads and quiet moments making and living life 🙂
Very exciting about your crochet, and can’t wait to see more projects! It is so lovely to have your hands making something, it definitely quiets my mind when I can sit and work.
Books Teacup and Reviews
Thank you, Rebecca and also for following the crochet account. It feels good to create something but definitely need a good podcast to listen while crocheting now. Wish you a fabulous March. 🤎
Inge | The Belgian Reviewer
I’m happy your trip was so wonderful. I had no idea (or I forgot) that you did crochet. Such an exciting new project! Best of luck with your side business ❤️
Books Teacup and Reviews
I recently started like in beginning of the year and now I’m hooked. I’m just beginning, learning different patterns and perfecting it so it will take time to actually start get orders. Thank you.
Teri Polen
Sounds like a fantastic trip, Yesha! I’ll have to look into that Pomodoro app. If I don’t have a daily plan, I tend to get distracted by shiny things, lol.
Books Teacup and Reviews
I kept scrolling through Instagram so I had to limit that and also needed to manage things if I’m serious about crocheting so doing all of that for small amount of time without distraction helps.