Craft cruises

June 24, 11:54 AMPhoenix Knitting and Crocheting ExaminerTina Sanders

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When you think of cruises, you automatically think of Alaska, the Caribbean, the Mediterranean or Mexico.  Cruises are a great way to see new sights, tastes new foods and find new friends.  But what if you had the ability to take a cruise dedicated to your particular craft, such as knitting, spinning, crocheting or crafting in general.  

Melissa Gower-Pence, founder of Craft Cruises,  created her company in 1998 for that very reason.  Melissa organized the very first cruise just for hand knitters and since then, crafters from across the country and the world join together to  enjoy the atmosphere of a cruise while enjoying the ability to learn, share experiences, shop and meet others who share their passion of crafting.  Craft Cruises specializes exclusively in educational cruise groups and  in addition to their schedule of cruise sponsored trips,  they now offer the ability for you to create your own educational retreat at sea.  Knitting cruises offer classes from instructors such as Barry Klein, owner of Trendsetter Yarns,  Janet Szabo, knitwear designer and creator  of Big Sky Knitting ,  Chrissie Day, knitwear designer, and Nancy Bush, owner of The Wooly West.   During these specialized cruises not only are you able to improve your skills, but you are able to visit the most spectacular and interesting ports of call. 

Join Craft Cruises for a spectacular seven day Alaska Knitting Cruise  this coming September.  This particular cruise will feature educational programs given by Janet Szabo and  JC Briar and will host  private events at local yarn shops,  a shopping trip to Shipwreck Beads and you will be able to attend a private fiber processing at Raven Frog Fibers in Sitka.  While in Alaska you will be able experience the majestic views of the mountains, see wildlife and the beauty of the glaciers.  If Alaska isn't your cruise choice or favorite destination, then check out the other cruises being offered such as a Hawaii Knitting Cruise, a Japan & China Knitting Cruise, or a Bermuda Knitting Cruise.

What better way to enjoy your passion and love of knitting than from the enjoyment of a cruise.  For further information on knitting or crafting cruises, please visit Craft Cruises