I’m leaving for Iceland in a few hours, and I’m VERY VERY EXCITED. Here are some shots I took of my packing yesterday. I spread everything out on my bed, so I could get a good sense of what was missing, what I still needed, and holy moly I think I’m overpacking! (I have since decided my fleece and snow pants were overkill and opened up half a suitcase.) The stuff on the left is boring stuff like pants and shirts and LOTS of wool tights. I spared you photos of my underwear.
This is the more exciting stuff. Knits! On the top row there are patterned socks that I use as samples for my class. On the bottom row are boring stockinette socks that I’m going to wear to keep warm. And there’s a hat that Anne knit me. And mittens that Kristi knit me that I wore on my last trip to Iceland.
Let’s take a closer look at those sock samples. We have, from left to right: Marilinda, BFF, Clandestine, Monkey size L, Lindsay, Rambutan, Gothic Spire, Monkey size S, Devon, Makoto, and Daphne. Which one is your favorite?
Of course, I wasn’t going to just throw all those precious handknits into my suitcase. They are lovingly placed in these Cookie A Sock Club bags which are perfect for travel.
I managed to whittle down my knitting to only 3 project bags. I almost added another but decided that I’m pretty sure I’m going to pick up some yarn in Iceland. I think they have a lot of it there. What’s inside each bag? I can’t tell you!
And… what else is exciting? I packed my swim suit because we will definitely go into some geothermal pools. I must try knitting in one! And, I may not have shaved my legs (sorry if that was TMI), but I did manage to get a pedicure so I can show off my feet when I’m not wearing socks.
I love the pictures of the socks. I really like seeing ones I’ve made before – hello Cookies, Devon, and BFF. I was really inspired though by your plain Stockinette socks – so practical and comfortable (and mindless). Have mindful, exciting time in Iceland! So jealout
My favorite socks are Clandestine and the brigt red Makoto. Looking forward to your class here in Iceland on sunday
When I first saw the first photo, I thought..
“Wow, Cookie LOVES socks.”
…and then it occurred to me that this may be a work related trip. I love it that you do your plain stockinette socks in variegated yarn 🙂
Have a great trip!
I love your socks. I’m still working on creating a sock wardrobe. I’m sure your trip to Iceland will rock!
I’m GREEN with envy! My family has roots over there. Last time I was there, I could only find yarn in grocery stores, gas stations and a local flower shop!
The socks spread out like that are so pretty – how could we choose a favorite!? Love the kit bags, too.
HAVE FUN! Put some of that Icelandic mud on your face when your in the blue lagoon (Bláa lónið).
have a wonderful trip! love the picture of your sock rainbow!
Bon voyage! Have a nice trip!
Greetings from Germany
Birgit
Hmmm…. hard to pick a favourite. My favourite colours are all the ones on the right, especially the Devon.
I think I’m most intrigued by the idea that you wear plain stockinette socks. That gives me heart and makes me happy.
Have a fabbity fab fab time in Iceland. We all wish we could join you.
All the socks are lovely.
I’m so glad a ZigZagStitches bag went to Iceland! I’m enjoying reading about your adventures.