Crafting while cruising

[judymag]

I'm heading for a 7 night cruise on the freedom of the sea in a few weeks and wondering would I look odd if I had my crochet out on board to do 3 days at sea is a lot of crafting time

[Clarea]

You would not look odd at all.

[bonvoyagebites]

If that is how you enjoy spending your time, then go for it. Vacation is all about enjoying yourself. I was on a recent Holland America cruise and there was a man every day sitting by a window looking out at the sea, and knitting hats or similar. It looked like he was really enjoying himself.

 

Have a great trip!

[spookwife]

I have seen knitting crocheting, needlework, quilting and a group of 4 ladies making those no sew fleece blankets

[pattiea]

I have done needle work, knitted & crocheted...usually meet very nice folks who strike up a conversation

[denatravels]

I think it would look odd if you pulled out a sewing machine on a cruise; but crochet-- absolutely not! I take the subway to work in NYC and lots of people do that on the commute. Seems totally normal (and less expensive than going to the casino!!). Enjoy!!

[judymag]

Thanks guys had a heated discussion with my dad told him it was coming he though it was odd it's packed and ready

[cb at sea]

I read a thread where a woman brought her SEWING MACHINE! Go for the crochet hooks!

[denatravels]

If you are flying, you probably should check them in luggage. May not be able to get through security.

[kaseyoz]

I did a short leg of a world cruise on QM. 2 and they actually had knitting and needlepoint get togethers.

 

There were just as many men as women working on needlepoint./ cross stitch.

[mark22mac]

I'm heading for a 7 night cruise on the freedom of the sea in a few weeks and wondering would I look odd if I had my crochet out on board to do 3 days at sea is a lot of crafting time

 

 

You do what you love to do its your vacation. Some people read some people drink some gamble. It's whatever you want to do.

[casinostreer]

I would think it's TOTALLY cool if I saw that. Don't be afraid to do what pleases you because of what others might think.

 

Just don't stab anyone.

[Daghis]

If you are flying, you probably should check them in luggage. May not be able to get through security.

 

 

TSA rules permit knitting needles and crochet hooks. I've brought my knitting with me in my carry-on without any problems.

 

And to the OP, crochet away! One of my favorite activities onboard is sitting in the Viking Crown Lounge, with a tasty beverage, knitting away while watching the pretty scenery.

[Scrapnana]

I always take my knitting with me when I cruise. It's a great conversation starter. People walking by will stop and watch and ask what you are working on.

[Grandma Dazzles]

TSA rules permit knitting needles and crochet hooks. I've brought my knitting with me in my carry-on without any problems.

 

And to the OP, crochet away! One of my favorite activities onboard is sitting in the Viking Crown Lounge, with a tasty beverage, knitting away while watching the pretty scenery.

 

 

TSA allows but many other countries do not allow knitting needles, crochet hooks, etc. check first if you're flying internationally.

 

On a TA cruise met with a group of knitters/crochet/needlework fans each morning. Someone posted on the board by guest relations and we met daily. It was very nice ......very informal ......just met "in the morning " and people came for a half hour or 2-3 hours. Exchanged a lot of skills, patterns, etc.

[TheGinBoy]

Seen plenty of people doing crochet and needle point in the library and quieter parts of the ships.

 

Might look a bit odd if you tried to get a loom onboard though...

 

[shippmates]

You will have many other guests who crochet or knit. I would take my cross stitch with me and my husband would take is paint by numbers. We had many wonderful conversations with people who stop to see what you are doing. You sure can get alot of crafting done on the sea days. Have fun and enjoy your cruise.

[spookwife]

I think it would look odd if you pulled out a sewing machine on a cruise; but crochet-- absolutely not! I take the subway to work in NYC and lots of people do that on the commute. Seems totally normal (and less expensive than going to the casino!!). Enjoy!!

 

 

Funny you should say that: one cruise had a small group of quilters on board. they had a room set aside for their exclusive use the entire time.. and more than one brought portable sewing machines.and set them up.

[Robinola]

seen plenty of people doing crochet and needle point in the library and quieter parts of the ships.

 

Might look a bit odd if you tried to get a loom onboard though...

 

 

hilarious!

[sbbquilter]

Part of my planning is selecting a new knitting project for the cruise - just finished these Caribbean socks. Wearing them will bring back memories of the fun we had in the southern Caribbean.

[Daghis]

TSA allows but many other countries do not allow knitting needles, crochet hooks, etc. check first if you're flying internationally.

Good catch. I didn't see that the OP is from Ireland. Yup, that means a whole different set of rules to have to contend with.

Edited August 20, 2015 by Daghis

[maureencruiser]

They actually have crochet cruises!

 

http://crochet-************/

 

 

 

[CruiseDucks]

For anyone here who's on Ravelry, you may be interested to know there's a Cruising Knitters group. It's relatively quiet, but you do get people posting which sailings they'll be on and looking for people to meet up with and I've also found it useful for information on where to find yarn stores in various ports :D

[judymag]

this is what I'll be working on have started another I've brought my crochet hooks and circular needles on board the plane on a number of occasions so no probs there if my work holidays allowed it is do a crochet crowd cruise

[steamboats]

Go ahead!!

 

On our Oasis TA last year I organized a group (plus I put a note on the bulletin board). I´m into cross stitching. But we had knitters, crocheters and one lady even brought her collapsible spinning wheel! We met each afternoon for an hour or so. There was a second group knitting.

 

Ask on your roll call!

 

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