It's only one more day until I embark on my fabulous trip to Italia! My packing is not nearly done but I got my passport and euros! I'm very anxious about getting there and doing all the fabulous sightseeing but cannot help feeling nervous about being the "responsible adult". I guess that should come with the territory of being one of several chaperones for the 30+ female teenagers going. I can just see me scolding one of them to "get off the back of that vespa, do you even Know him?"
Of course I am beyond excited about touring a country I've never been to. I did a little research on yarn shops and have chosen only two to try to go see in Rome. Lana Della Vecchia has been mentioned on a few blogs and looks like a must see and perhaps purchase place. The other is Filati Filpucci a suggestion by Yuvee. I figured I wasn't going to make a huge list of shops because I really don't know how much free time in Rome I will have. I will just have to plan another trip to Italy... I'm thinking next time, Florence!
I'm almost done with the back of Cherry and want to maybe finish that before I go so I can work on the fronts and sleeves while I'm away. I also am bringing a new project with me. The Rutabaga bag from the spring 2007 Knitscene. It's time I took the great advice of the Worsted Witch's blog and become a little more eco friendly. (Also my dear friend Patricia said it's time I stop using plastic bags!)
I probably won't be able to do much checking of emails while I'm away so keep on knitting and creating and I cannot wait to get back to see new updates and to tell you all of my Italian travels!
For now when I should be packing I feel more like prepping the pallet for the goodies that are in store.
I hope everyone has a lovely end of June and one Happy 4th of July!! Talk to you Soon!
Ciao!
M
Have a great trip!
Posted by: Nancy | June 18, 2007 at 04:17 PM
Have a FANTASTIC trip!!! (And don't get in trouble by being the one on the back of the Vespa....)
I'm sorry I missed you last Saturday but it was crazy. FOR SURE when you get back - we'll finally knit together!!
Safe travels.
Posted by: Cara | June 18, 2007 at 04:19 PM
have fun on your trip! i just got back from italy! be safe and watch out for pickpockets!
by the way, what yarn are you using for cherry?
also, thanks again!
Posted by: mai | June 18, 2007 at 04:37 PM
Fun! Have a great time (like I need to instruct you)! Oh, and one more thing...take me with you!! ;)
Posted by: Nonnahs | June 18, 2007 at 04:42 PM
I am so excited for you! I have been to several places in Italy and it is an amazing country. And, plane rides = knitting time!
Posted by: lomester | June 18, 2007 at 04:47 PM
Have a wonderful time!!! Eat Well!!!
Posted by: Allegra | June 18, 2007 at 04:49 PM
Bon Voyage!
Posted by: Brenda | June 18, 2007 at 05:59 PM
Man, I was gonna type SOON! but it looks like you already have the punchline covered ;)
Hope you have a fantastic time in Italy, I'm super jealous!
Posted by: Adam | June 18, 2007 at 06:16 PM
Have a great time!!
Posted by: suzeq | June 18, 2007 at 07:38 PM
Have a wonderful trip!
Posted by: Norah | June 18, 2007 at 07:42 PM
I hope you have a fabulous trip, M!! Take care~
Posted by: Lolly | June 20, 2007 at 01:46 PM
Oh, GOD! I am so excited for you and trying to imagine what you might be doing right now.
I hope you get to go to at least one fabulous yarn store and come back with some beautiful stuff...
Sending good vibes for a trip full of adventure, fun, and great memories.
Posted by: isel | June 20, 2007 at 10:12 PM
have a wonderful time!
Posted by: carrie m | June 29, 2007 at 02:20 PM
Have such a great time on your trip, I hope you enjoy every minute! Your white Cherry is going to be beautiful by the way...I am jealous.
Posted by: Erin | July 01, 2007 at 08:40 PM