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Nov 3 - Nov 10, 2026 Cruise

Eurodam Alaska Creative Cruise

Holland America Line Eurodam sailing with daily creative workshops.

Apr 10 - Apr 17, 2027 Cruise

Eurodam Japan Creative Cruise

Japan sailing with daily creative workshops onboard.

Jun 5 - Jun 12, 2027 Cruise

Eurodam British Isles Creative Cruise

British Isles sailing with daily creative workshops onboard.

Aug 28 - Sep 11, 2027 Cruise

Greek Isles, Malta & Naples Knitting Cruise

<p>Join&nbsp;Craft&nbsp;Cruises&nbsp;and&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;expert&nbsp;Beth&nbsp;Brown-Reinsel&nbsp;on&nbsp;an&nbsp;unforgettable&nbsp;14-day&nbsp;Mediterranean&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;adventure&nbsp;aboard&nbsp;Holland&nbsp;America&#39;s&nbsp;Oosterdam&nbsp;cruising&nbsp;from&nbsp;Barcelona&nbsp;to&nbsp;Rome.&nbsp;This&nbsp;remarkable&nbsp;voyage&nbsp;explores&nbsp;the&nbsp;heart&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;ancient&nbsp;Mediterranean,&nbsp;visiting&nbsp;Malta,&nbsp;Greece,&nbsp;Turkey,&nbsp;Montenegro,&nbsp;and&nbsp;some&nbsp;of&nbsp;Italy&#39;s&nbsp;most&nbsp;beloved&nbsp;coastal&nbsp;destinations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For&nbsp;knitters,&nbsp;this&nbsp;itinerary&nbsp;offers&nbsp;far&nbsp;more&nbsp;than&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;ports.&nbsp;It&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;journey&nbsp;through&nbsp;regions&nbsp;where&nbsp;textiles,&nbsp;sheep&nbsp;farming,&nbsp;weaving,&nbsp;embroidery,&nbsp;and&nbsp;handcraft&nbsp;traditions&nbsp;have&nbsp;shaped&nbsp;local&nbsp;culture&nbsp;for&nbsp;centuries.&nbsp;From&nbsp;the&nbsp;whitewashed&nbsp;villages&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Greek&nbsp;Isles&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;fjord-like&nbsp;Bay&nbsp;of&nbsp;Kotor,&nbsp;from&nbsp;Sicilian&nbsp;markets&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;boutique&nbsp;yarn&nbsp;shops&nbsp;of&nbsp;Rome,&nbsp;every&nbsp;stop&nbsp;offers&nbsp;opportunities&nbsp;to&nbsp;discover&nbsp;authentic&nbsp;local&nbsp;craftsmanship,&nbsp;regional&nbsp;foods,&nbsp;stunning&nbsp;scenery,&nbsp;and&nbsp;memorable&nbsp;cultural&nbsp;experiences.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Sea&nbsp;days&nbsp;are&nbsp;perfectly&nbsp;spaced&nbsp;throughout&nbsp;the&nbsp;voyage,&nbsp;providing&nbsp;ample&nbsp;time&nbsp;to&nbsp;relax&nbsp;with&nbsp;your&nbsp;knitting,&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;Beth&#39;s&nbsp;classes,&nbsp;and&nbsp;connect&nbsp;with&nbsp;fellow&nbsp;knitters.&nbsp;Whether&nbsp;you&nbsp;are&nbsp;interested&nbsp;in&nbsp;sweater&nbsp;construction,&nbsp;Scandinavian&nbsp;colorwork,&nbsp;improving&nbsp;your&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;technique,&nbsp;or&nbsp;simply&nbsp;enjoying&nbsp;exceptional&nbsp;travel&nbsp;with&nbsp;like-minded&nbsp;friends,&nbsp;this&nbsp;cruise&nbsp;offers&nbsp;the&nbsp;perfect&nbsp;balance&nbsp;of&nbsp;learning,&nbsp;exploration,&nbsp;and&nbsp;inspiration.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Come&nbsp;knit&nbsp;your&nbsp;way&nbsp;through&nbsp;the&nbsp;Mediterranean&nbsp;with&nbsp;Craft&nbsp;Cruises&nbsp;and&nbsp;Beth&nbsp;Brown-Reinsel&nbsp;on&nbsp;what&nbsp;promises&nbsp;to&nbsp;be&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;most&nbsp;memorable&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;adventures.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Your&nbsp;Instructor&nbsp;-&nbsp;Beth&nbsp;Brown-Reinsel</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Beth&nbsp;Brown-Reinsel&nbsp;is&nbsp;an&nbsp;internationally&nbsp;recognized&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;teacher,&nbsp;author,&nbsp;and&nbsp;designer&nbsp;known&nbsp;for&nbsp;her&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;in&nbsp;traditional&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;techniques&nbsp;and&nbsp;historic&nbsp;garment&nbsp;construction.&nbsp;She&nbsp;is&nbsp;the&nbsp;author&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;acclaimed&nbsp;book&nbsp;Knitting&nbsp;Ganseys&nbsp;and&nbsp;has&nbsp;spent&nbsp;decades&nbsp;researching,&nbsp;preserving,&nbsp;and&nbsp;teaching&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;traditions&nbsp;from&nbsp;Scandinavia,&nbsp;the&nbsp;Baltic&nbsp;region,&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;British&nbsp;Isles.&nbsp;Her&nbsp;hands-on&nbsp;teaching&nbsp;style&nbsp;emphasizes&nbsp;understanding&nbsp;both&nbsp;how&nbsp;a&nbsp;technique&nbsp;works&nbsp;and&nbsp;why&nbsp;it&nbsp;developed,&nbsp;helping&nbsp;students&nbsp;build&nbsp;confidence&nbsp;while&nbsp;gaining&nbsp;a&nbsp;deeper&nbsp;appreciation&nbsp;for&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;history.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Beth&nbsp;brings&nbsp;traditional&nbsp;techniques&nbsp;to&nbsp;life&nbsp;through&nbsp;carefully&nbsp;designed&nbsp;samplers&nbsp;and&nbsp;small-scale&nbsp;garments&nbsp;that&nbsp;allow&nbsp;students&nbsp;to&nbsp;learn&nbsp;construction&nbsp;methods&nbsp;in&nbsp;context.&nbsp;Her&nbsp;warm,&nbsp;supportive&nbsp;approach,&nbsp;thorough&nbsp;handouts,&nbsp;and&nbsp;attention&nbsp;to&nbsp;each&nbsp;student&nbsp;make&nbsp;even&nbsp;unfamiliar&nbsp;techniques&nbsp;approachable&nbsp;and&nbsp;rewarding.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Beth&nbsp;Brown-Reinsel&#39;s&nbsp;onboard&nbsp;classes&nbsp;offer&nbsp;an&nbsp;exceptional&nbsp;exploration&nbsp;of&nbsp;Scandinavian&nbsp;and&nbsp;Baltic&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;traditions.&nbsp;Topics&nbsp;include&nbsp;the&nbsp;Norwegian&nbsp;Purl,&nbsp;Swedish&nbsp;and&nbsp;Baltic&nbsp;braids&nbsp;and&nbsp;cords,&nbsp;Swedish&nbsp;Twined&nbsp;Knitting,&nbsp;and&nbsp;traditional&nbsp;Norwegian&nbsp;mittens.&nbsp;Students&nbsp;will&nbsp;explore&nbsp;colorwork,&nbsp;decorative&nbsp;braids,&nbsp;traditional&nbsp;motifs,&nbsp;yarn&nbsp;handling,&nbsp;mitten&nbsp;construction,&nbsp;and&nbsp;other&nbsp;techniques&nbsp;that&nbsp;can&nbsp;be&nbsp;incorporated&nbsp;into&nbsp;modern&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;projects.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With&nbsp;classes&nbsp;ranging&nbsp;from&nbsp;All&nbsp;Levels&nbsp;to&nbsp;Intermediate,&nbsp;this&nbsp;program&nbsp;is&nbsp;ideal&nbsp;for&nbsp;knitters&nbsp;who&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;learning&nbsp;new&nbsp;techniques,&nbsp;understanding&nbsp;the&nbsp;history&nbsp;behind&nbsp;their&nbsp;craft,&nbsp;and&nbsp;connecting&nbsp;with&nbsp;fellow&nbsp;fiber&nbsp;enthusiasts&nbsp;while&nbsp;exploring&nbsp;the&nbsp;Mediterranean&nbsp;in&nbsp;comfort&nbsp;and&nbsp;style.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>10-Day&nbsp;Italy&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Croatia&nbsp;Knitting&nbsp;Cruise&nbsp;Highlights</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Craft&nbsp;Cruises&nbsp;selects&nbsp;itineraries&nbsp;offering&nbsp;various&nbsp;activities&nbsp;to&nbsp;help&nbsp;bring&nbsp;each&nbsp;port&nbsp;to&nbsp;life.&nbsp;Whether&nbsp;you&nbsp;explore&nbsp;on&nbsp;your&nbsp;own&nbsp;or&nbsp;on&nbsp;an&nbsp;escorted&nbsp;tour,&nbsp;these&nbsp;enriching&nbsp;encounters&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;everyone&nbsp;goes&nbsp;home&nbsp;with&nbsp;memories&nbsp;that&nbsp;last&nbsp;a&nbsp;lifetime.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Arrive&nbsp;early&nbsp;to&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;all&nbsp;Barcelona&nbsp;has&nbsp;to&nbsp;offer.&nbsp;Stroll&nbsp;along&nbsp;Las&nbsp;Ramblas,&nbsp;a&nbsp;boulevard&nbsp;full&nbsp;of&nbsp;street&nbsp;performers,&nbsp;cafes,&nbsp;and&nbsp;outdoor&nbsp;shopping&nbsp;which&nbsp;includes&nbsp;anything&nbsp;from&nbsp;live&nbsp;animals&nbsp;to&nbsp;art.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Explore&nbsp;the&nbsp;main&nbsp;market&nbsp;in&nbsp;Barcelona,&nbsp;La&nbsp;Boqueria,&nbsp;where&nbsp;you&nbsp;will&nbsp;find&nbsp;all&nbsp;kinds&nbsp;of&nbsp;culinary&nbsp;marvels,&nbsp;hand-made&nbsp;sweets&nbsp;and&nbsp;other&nbsp;goodies&nbsp;to&nbsp;entice&nbsp;your&nbsp;senses.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Learn&nbsp;about&nbsp;Gaudí&nbsp;architecture.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Shop&nbsp;for&nbsp;yarn&nbsp;at&nbsp;Barcelona&#39;s&nbsp;most&nbsp;popular&nbsp;yarn&nbsp;shop&nbsp;and&nbsp;visit&nbsp;the&nbsp;astoundingly&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;Gothic&nbsp;Quarter&nbsp;with&nbsp;even&nbsp;more&nbsp;great&nbsp;little&nbsp;shops&nbsp;full&nbsp;of&nbsp;treasures.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Shop&nbsp;for&nbsp;yarn&nbsp;at&nbsp;All&nbsp;You&nbsp;Knit&nbsp;is&nbsp;Love&nbsp;and&nbsp;Miss&nbsp;Kits&nbsp;in&nbsp;Barcelona.&nbsp;Both&nbsp;shops&nbsp;are&nbsp;internationally&nbsp;recognized&nbsp;for&nbsp;having&nbsp;curated&nbsp;selections&nbsp;of&nbsp;local,&nbsp;imported&nbsp;and&nbsp;private&nbsp;label&nbsp;hand-dyed&nbsp;yarns.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Visit&nbsp;Valletta,&nbsp;Malta,&nbsp;a&nbsp;UNESCO&nbsp;World&nbsp;Heritage&nbsp;city&nbsp;with&nbsp;centuries&nbsp;of&nbsp;Mediterranean&nbsp;trading&nbsp;history&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;rich&nbsp;legacy&nbsp;of&nbsp;lace,&nbsp;embroidery,&nbsp;and&nbsp;textile&nbsp;craft.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Shop&nbsp;at&nbsp;Victor&nbsp;Galea&nbsp;Haberdashery,&nbsp;a&nbsp;long-established&nbsp;family&nbsp;business&nbsp;in&nbsp;Valletta&nbsp;that&nbsp;carries&nbsp;yarns,&nbsp;sewing&nbsp;supplies,&nbsp;trims,&nbsp;and&nbsp;notions.&nbsp;The&nbsp;shop&nbsp;represents&nbsp;the&nbsp;sort&nbsp;of&nbsp;traditional&nbsp;haberdashery&nbsp;that&nbsp;has&nbsp;largely&nbsp;disappeared&nbsp;from&nbsp;many&nbsp;European&nbsp;cities&nbsp;and&nbsp;offers&nbsp;a&nbsp;glimpse&nbsp;into&nbsp;Malta&#39;s&nbsp;continuing&nbsp;craft&nbsp;culture.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Wander&nbsp;around&nbsp;Chania,&nbsp;Crete.&nbsp;It&nbsp;is&nbsp;truly&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;Greece&#39;s&nbsp;most&nbsp;charming&nbsp;ports&nbsp;with&nbsp;its&nbsp;Venetian&nbsp;architecture,&nbsp;flower-filled&nbsp;lanes,&nbsp;waterfront&nbsp;cafés,&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;relaxed&nbsp;pace&nbsp;make&nbsp;this&nbsp;an&nbsp;ideal&nbsp;destination&nbsp;for&nbsp;knitters&nbsp;who&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;wandering&nbsp;and&nbsp;discovering&nbsp;unexpected&nbsp;treasures.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Shop&nbsp;at&nbsp;Pleko&nbsp;Chania,&nbsp;located&nbsp;a&nbsp;short&nbsp;walk&nbsp;from&nbsp;Chania&#39;s&nbsp;old&nbsp;harbor,&nbsp;this&nbsp;independent&nbsp;yarn&nbsp;shop&nbsp;specializes&nbsp;in&nbsp;natural&nbsp;fibers&nbsp;and&nbsp;carries&nbsp;brands&nbsp;such&nbsp;as&nbsp;Noro,&nbsp;Lana&nbsp;Gatto,&nbsp;Louisa&nbsp;Harding,&nbsp;Debbie&nbsp;Bliss,&nbsp;and&nbsp;Drops.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Wander,&nbsp;photograph,&nbsp;and&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;lunch&nbsp;by&nbsp;the&nbsp;sea.&nbsp;Mykonos&nbsp;rewards&nbsp;those&nbsp;who&nbsp;slow&nbsp;down.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>In&nbsp;Kusadasi&nbsp;visit&nbsp;the&nbsp;remarkable&nbsp;ruins&nbsp;of&nbsp;Ephesus,&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;most&nbsp;important&nbsp;archaeological&nbsp;sites&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;Mediterranean.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Spend&nbsp;time&nbsp;shopping&nbsp;for&nbsp;yarn&nbsp;and&nbsp;exploring&nbsp;Plaka,&nbsp;Athens&#39;&nbsp;charming&nbsp;&quot;Neighborhood&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Gods,&quot;&nbsp;nestled&nbsp;beneath&nbsp;the&nbsp;Acropolis.&nbsp;Stroll&nbsp;through&nbsp;its&nbsp;winding&nbsp;alleys&nbsp;lined&nbsp;with&nbsp;historic&nbsp;landmarks,&nbsp;colorful&nbsp;flower-filled&nbsp;balconies,&nbsp;inviting&nbsp;tavernas,&nbsp;and&nbsp;cozy&nbsp;cafés.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Grab&nbsp;your&nbsp;knitting&nbsp;and&nbsp;find&nbsp;a&nbsp;comfortable&nbsp;place&nbsp;on&nbsp;deck,&nbsp;and&nbsp;watch&nbsp;the&nbsp;scenery&nbsp;unfold&nbsp;as&nbsp;the&nbsp;ship&nbsp;arrives&nbsp;in&nbsp;Kotor,&nbsp;Montenegro.&nbsp;The&nbsp;dramatic&nbsp;fjord-like&nbsp;Bay&nbsp;of&nbsp;Kotor&nbsp;is&nbsp;surrounded&nbsp;by&nbsp;mountains&nbsp;that&nbsp;rise&nbsp;almost&nbsp;directly&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;water&nbsp;and&nbsp;is&nbsp;considered&nbsp;the&nbsp;most&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;harbor&nbsp;in&nbsp;Europe.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Corfu&nbsp;combines&nbsp;Venetian&nbsp;elegance,&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;gardens,&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;relaxed&nbsp;island&nbsp;atmosphere.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is&nbsp;an&nbsp;excellent&nbsp;port&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;leisurely&nbsp;stroll&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;long&nbsp;lunch&nbsp;overlooking&nbsp;the&nbsp;water.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Messina&nbsp;serves&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;gateway&nbsp;to&nbsp;Sicily&#39;s&nbsp;rich&nbsp;food&nbsp;culture&nbsp;and&nbsp;dramatic&nbsp;landscapes.&nbsp;Don&#39;t&nbsp;overlook&nbsp;the&nbsp;local&nbsp;pastries,&nbsp;seafood,&nbsp;and&nbsp;bustling&nbsp;markets.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Enjoy&nbsp;an&nbsp;overnight&nbsp;stay&nbsp;in&nbsp;Naples,&nbsp;gateway&nbsp;to&nbsp;Pompeii,&nbsp;the&nbsp;Amalfi&nbsp;Coast,&nbsp;Capri,&nbsp;and&nbsp;some&nbsp;of&nbsp;Italy&#39;s&nbsp;most&nbsp;celebrated&nbsp;food&nbsp;traditions.&nbsp;With&nbsp;two&nbsp;days&nbsp;in&nbsp;port,&nbsp;guests&nbsp;can&nbsp;choose&nbsp;between&nbsp;ancient&nbsp;history,&nbsp;spectacular&nbsp;coastal&nbsp;scenery,&nbsp;bustling&nbsp;local&nbsp;markets,&nbsp;or&nbsp;simply&nbsp;savoring&nbsp;authentic&nbsp;Neapolitan&nbsp;cuisine&nbsp;at&nbsp;a&nbsp;leisurely&nbsp;pace.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Explore&nbsp;Rome&nbsp;(Civitavecchia),&nbsp;the&nbsp;eternal&nbsp;city,&nbsp;and&nbsp;shop&nbsp;for&nbsp;high-quality&nbsp;Italian&nbsp;yarns&nbsp;and&nbsp;notions&nbsp;at&nbsp;boutique&nbsp;fiber&nbsp;shops&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;city&nbsp;center.</li></ul>