plally Posted July 25, 2012 Report Share Posted July 25, 2012 Hello Everyone: I'm considering taking an Alaskan quilting cruise next year and was wondering if anyone who has taken a quilting cruise can share their experiences. The one I'm considering is run by Deb Roberts' Tours and sponsored by Electric Quilt Company. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stagecl Posted July 25, 2012 Report Share Posted July 25, 2012 I haven't taken any cruise...not fond of being on a boat in the water for extended periods of time:o I watched to many National Geographic TV shows on the ocean with the French man when I was young. I know it is irrational, but that's the way I am:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandmaLKB Posted July 25, 2012 Report Share Posted July 25, 2012 I often wondered how those work, too. Do you have to take your own machine and supplies or is that provided. Costly enough just getting your luggage there if you have to fly to the departure port. They sound like fun, but wonder how much hassle is involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted July 25, 2012 Report Share Posted July 25, 2012 Have never taken a quilty cruise but.....if I were taking an Alakan Cruise I'd be watching all the beautiful things there would be to see and my quilting would be rare. Also, I like to partake of the bar products while on board so that wouldn't make for pretty stitching! Ugg!:o:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dustee Posted July 26, 2012 Report Share Posted July 26, 2012 Hi, I lived in Alaska for about 2 years. The scenery is breathtaking. Even though quilting holds a high priority with me. I'm with Sylvia, I would rather put my quilting aside and enjoy the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmiequilts Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 My understanding is that the machines are provided, the classes are usually during at sea days and you get a lot of goodies to go with the classes as well as kits being offered for those classes. This makes life so much easier with all of the baggage restrictions when flying. The cruising is awesome, great food and entertainment not to mention all the scenery and tours. I haven't taken a Quilt Cruise but have cruised often and think that a quilt cruise would be fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandmaLKB Posted July 28, 2012 Report Share Posted July 28, 2012 We love cruises and I think a quilt cruise would be great on one of those trips where you are at sea for several days. Most of our cruises land in a different port every morning and we are cruising overnight. We did have one where we were at sea 2 whole days...........that got a little tiresome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Sparrow Posted July 29, 2012 Report Share Posted July 29, 2012 I sent my wife on an Eleanor Burns cruise last year and she felt the quilting was a distraction from all the other fun she could have been having. She also mentioned the project was small and not particularly 'her' taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathalynn Posted July 29, 2012 Report Share Posted July 29, 2012 I lived in Alaska for 20 years and I can tell you that it would be hard to be stuck inside quilting instead of watching the sights. Eagles, whales, sealions, and more. The few times I spent on lg. boats tourist were always busy and excited watching everything. Now if they promise you rain then of course you could get that sewing done. LOL If offered I would probably go and enjoy with the idea that if I got any sewing done that would be a plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plally Posted August 3, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 Thanks for all of your comments. The set-up seems pretty comprehensive and the cost is only $200 more to take the classes. I figure if I get more interesting in sight seeing, I won't lose too much. All the machines and supplies are provided. It seems like a win-win situation. The EQ7 company is pretty reputable too. Anyway, hubby is excited because there's a photography class for him too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newellyn Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 I've taken an Alaskan cruise and can't imagine spending any time inside quilting. There is way too much to see and do. I did find some really nice quilt stores on shore though. There are many wonderful retreats one can attend to enjoy time quilting and gabbing with friends. There is a great one here in Seaside with CeCe Johnson as host. She has them in the spring and in the fall. The house has great ocean/surfer viewing. Every work station has views. Anyway that's IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmcclannan Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 I've been on several cruises and although I love to quilt, I wouldn't want to spend time quilting when I could be sightseeing or just relaxing on a cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdschroeder Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 I have cruised Alaska three times, once was a cross stitch cruise and I loved it! I am not a nature girl-so on the stitching cruise while some opted for woodsy, outdoorsy tours, I took the girls to the quilt shops and cross stitch stores! Everyone had a good time! Make sure you check out the shops-some of them are just darling! suzie s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linda S Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 I've only been on one cruise, of the Caribbean, and I didn't like it at all! Nothing much to do except eat and get sea sick. Just not my thing. I think, if I were to try one more, it would be an Alaskan cruise, but I'd want to go on the wildlife adventures, etc., plus visit the neat quilt shops. Not really into quilting on board. Actually, I'm not into being on a boat! Quilting retreats on land are great! Just my preference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitomi Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 I been on lots of cruises and believe me, that's the way to go. You unpack once and you're in a different port everyday. The food is great too. Make sure you don't eat too much, LOL! They say you gain 10 pounds on a cruise, I believe it. And don't forget the formal nights. You get to dress up like prom night then go to the Casino to try your luck, LOL! The Alaskan cruise was one of my favorite cruises. Just beautiful scenery. I loved it so much, I went twice on different cruise lines. I'm going on a 14 day cruise next March to Australia and New Zealand. I heard the prices for fabric is really high there. Anyone in Australia want to trade? I'll bring over some Hawaiian print. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primitive1 Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 I lived in Ketchikan Ak for about 7 years and worked some of that time in our local quilt shop. We would get cruise ships in for 6-8 hours per day and when the quilting cruises came in, boy were we slammed with shoppers! I don't know how the cruises were but there are lots of stops with shops on the ships - maybe they plan the classes for days you are at sea? But if nothing else, you will enjoy the scenery, the shopping and of course the food! I'd go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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