Knitting needles

[Tetra]

Here's your weird question of the week... :)

 

Does RCCL allow knitting needles to be brought on board? I know I can't bring scissors or anything with a blade. I've got a pair of socks half done and figured it would be a nice thing to do while watching the ocean go by.

 

I know the TSA allows knitting needles in checked or carry on bags, just not sure about cruise ships.

 

Thanks!

[Mama24]

I hope so, because I was planning on bringing mine. :)

[cb at sea]

Of course they do!

[NanaOak1]

Yes, I've taken my knitting on several cruises. I have even taken scissors, the child's blunt point ones, on planes and cruises. Loved sitting in the Solarium on the Jewel Transatlantic a few years ago, watching the ocean go by and knitting away on all those sea days!

[Daghis]

I've brought my knitting on board (usually using Addi Turbo needles) without any problems.

 

As far as scissors, Royal Caribbean does actually allow shorter scissors ("Scissors with blade length less than 4 inches are allowed."). Another item that you might consider if you don't want to bring scissors is a "Yarn Cutter Pendant" (shown below). It allows you to cut the yarn, but is otherwise safe to carry since the blades themselves aren't exposed. Plus, it's fashionably decorative. :)

 

[LovesSaltwater]

I might also bring some knitting, but just to avoid the occasional employee who is either misinformed or just overzealous (and they are out there), I'll stick to circulars/flexible needles and figure there's less chance of an issue. Easy enough to knit from what you're currently using, onto a pair just before leaving on trip.

[Tetra]

Thanks for the info and suggestions!

[MrChuckFL]

I think as long as you put them in your luggage you should be fine.

 

Just don't put them next to your iron or booze ;)

[waterbug123]

Here's your weird question of the week... :)

 

Does RCCL allow knitting needles to be brought on board?

 

Yes. A month ago on the Jewel there was a lady (several actually, I think) who I saw knitting in the Solarium almost every day.