I know that Rhinebeck is six sleeps away but I've been completely taken by a pattern that I absolutely have to knit. Forget that it seems to be the current fad through the blogosphere and that a number of folk are/have knit(ted) it.
I just placed an order for this.....
... from here. I'm definitely knitting Ruth's beautiful sweater(pdf). I had initially cringed at the price of shipping, but after doing the math, discovered it was cheaper to get it from Europe than Canada. Go figure. I'm not sure what will happen to the current knitting project queue when the yarn arrives in 9 or so days. Should be interesting, eh? I love the whole many colored thing going without the plethora of ends to work in. I can't wait!
Having experienced yet another PATH shutdown for "police activity" last week that got me home extra late, I decided to see if there was a more civilized way to commute. There is:
I started taking the NY Waterway Ferry from Hoboken to Pier 11. The upside is that I get to spend 10 beautiful minutes each way in the open air, not underground like a mole, out on Hudson bay rounding the tip of Manhattan. Instead of a 12 minutes crosstown walk, I have one that is less than 5. The downside, and you knew there was one of those, is that the cost of the ferry is way, and I mean WAY, more than the PATH. Wicked expensive, but if I can nip a few things from the budget, like finally emptying out my storage unit, the result is a wash. I sure do like this new commute. I'll just have to get over the minor queasiness or just get used to knitting only socks on the ferry ;)
The Tina shawl came out of hiding and returned to my active knitting last night. I'm a few rows short of finishing the center square. I have to admit, I'm not looking forward to picking up all those stitches along the sides. Ick. So many projects, so little time!
Let's go Red Sox! (just turned on the game and am not happy at the score at the bottom of the 7th. I stayed up way way too late Saturday night watching game two. I'm getting flashbacks of the 2004 series :)
Craft on!
That's gorgeous -- so worth it. I'm watching the game now -- not happy.
Posted by: Kathy | October 15, 2007 at 10:20 PM
I'm resisting the same yarn/project myself...
I hope you can keep taking the ferry - you deserve to be aboveground in the air and sunshine ;o)
Posted by: JessaLu | October 15, 2007 at 10:41 PM
So explain to me where a NYC/NJ girl gets her love of the Red Sox?
Posted by: Danielle | October 16, 2007 at 09:28 AM
I don't blame you for being taken with that sweater. It's beautiful. I'd be doing it to if it was more in my color pallate.
Glad there is another viable commute for you too. I had *the* commute from *hell* yesterday. Someday there will be something better....
Posted by: Jessica | October 16, 2007 at 09:33 AM
Arg! Those Sox are going to be the death of me yet! and now I'm exhausted the morning after.
BTW, happy b-day to your Things 1 & 2!
Posted by: Paige | October 16, 2007 at 09:59 AM
That's going to be beautiful. I like the sounds of the new commute. I think it would be peaceful being on a boat every morning. :) Go Sox!
Posted by: Lizzy B | October 16, 2007 at 10:24 AM
Lovely sweater. I am wicked jealous of that commute. A ride on the water every day that would make me very happy.
Posted by: Nancy | October 16, 2007 at 11:44 AM
I sense you are in a colorwork phase. That's so cool Kauni is knit without all those scary ends to weave in. If you sit next to a window on the ferry, it might help with the minor queasiness. I'm used to it and don't get queasy, but I'll never get used to the price!!
Posted by: Kim | October 16, 2007 at 11:45 AM
Well, I don't think any of us actually thought you had any substantial amounts of will-power where yarn, wool, and spinning fiber are concerned. I, for one, am not particularly surprised! (grin)
Posted by: --Deb | October 16, 2007 at 02:35 PM
Wow, you've been productive! Love the cardis, new color work (both projects) and all the living things photos. The orange cat looks relaxed, as does the child.
I was just thinking about this "all over the blog world" thing many of us (including me) get wrapped up in. 100000x less chance you'll ever run into someone wearing the same sweater as opposed to someone wearing the same Ann Taylor or J Jill sweater (except at Rhinebeck or a LYS of course).
I say clean the storage unit and ride the boat. Fresh air is great.
Posted by: Nancy | October 16, 2007 at 09:58 PM
Kaunis are like snowflakes, no two are ever alike. Can't wait to see yours!
Posted by: Ina | October 17, 2007 at 09:45 AM
Hmm. Why do I have an urge to grab a bow and arrow? I am sure the finished product will be lovely, though.
And thanks so much for your compliment on my Black Widow Spider shawl!
Posted by: fleegle | October 17, 2007 at 12:38 PM
I think the ferry sounds lovely. At the very least I think a change every now and then is good for your well being. Enjoy!
Posted by: Elsie | October 17, 2007 at 04:06 PM
Kevin had a ferry commute in MA/Boston. It was very nice...longer than 10 minutes too. Hope it behaves!
Posted by: kathleen | October 17, 2007 at 04:31 PM
Oooh a ferry ride! Pity it is wicked more expensive...
So jealous of you going to Rhinebeck. Soooooo jealous. $200 a night for accommodation killed it for me! (Or $70+ for a bit of someone's floor)
Thanks for the offer of a little bit of Kauni - I would like to feel it, just have to find your email addy! LOL
Posted by: lynne s of oz | October 19, 2007 at 04:38 PM