Experience Yarn, Fun, and Sun at Sea: The Ultimate Caribbean Knitting Cruise
If your perfect vacation includes beautiful ocean views, tropical islands, luxurious accommodations, and plenty of time with yarn in your hands, then Yarn, Fun and Sun at Sea may be exactly what you’ve been dreaming about.
Imagine spending your mornings knitting while gazing out over the sparkling Caribbean Sea, your afternoons exploring stunning tropical destinations, and your evenings sharing laughs and creative inspiration with fellow fiber enthusiasts. This isn’t just another cruise—it’s a week-long knitting retreat aboard one of the world’s most beautiful cruise ships.
Knit Your Way Through Paradise
Presented by Ann Sweeney of Redington Workshops, Yarn, Fun and Sun at Sea offers an immersive knitting experience aboard the magnificent Celebrity Apex. Known for its modern design, world-class dining, luxurious accommodations, and exceptional service, the Celebrity Apex provides the perfect setting for a creative getaway.
Instead of worrying about planning classes, transportation, or accommodations, everything comes together in one seamless vacation. Your floating knitting studio travels with you as you sail through some of the Caribbean’s most breathtaking destinations.
Between ports, you’ll enjoy dedicated knitting time, educational workshops, inspiring conversations, and countless opportunities to connect with fellow yarn lovers from around the country.
Meet Yarn Royalty at Sea
One of the highlights of this unique cruise is the opportunity to learn directly from two respected names in the fiber arts world.
StevenBe – The Glitter Knitter
Known throughout the knitting community as the self-proclaimed “Glitter Knitter,” StevenBe brings boundless creativity, fearless color combinations, and infectious enthusiasm to every class. His welcoming teaching style encourages knitters of every experience level to explore new techniques and embrace their creative side.
Expect colorful yarns, unexpected design ideas, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Shannon Dunbabin – Cascade Yarns
Joining the cruise is Shannon Dunbabin, co-owner of Cascade Yarns, one of the knitting world’s most respected yarn companies.
Shannon offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the yarn industry while sharing her extensive knowledge of fibers, yarn construction, and how to select the perfect materials for your projects. Participants will enjoy hands-on experiences using Cascade’s beautiful yarns while learning directly from someone who knows the industry inside and out.
It’s a rare opportunity to interact with an industry leader in such an intimate and relaxed setting.
Why a Knitting Cruise Is So Special
Unlike a traditional knitting retreat where you’re limited to one location, a knitting cruise lets you experience something new every day.
Picture yourself:
Knitting on your private balcony while watching the sunrise.
Joining fellow knitters for informal stitch sessions throughout the ship.
Learning exciting new techniques from nationally recognized instructors.
Exploring beautiful Caribbean islands.
Enjoying gourmet meals without cooking or cleaning.
Ending each evening with ocean breezes and conversations about your latest project.
The combination of creative inspiration and tropical scenery creates an atmosphere that’s difficult to replicate anywhere else.
Many guests say the friendships formed during knitting cruises last long after the final port of call.
Explore the Caribbean Between Stitches
One of the biggest advantages of this adventure is the balance between creative time and unforgettable travel experiences.
Each port offers opportunities to:
Relax on pristine white-sand beaches
Browse local artisan markets
Taste authentic Caribbean cuisine
Take scenic excursions
Discover local culture and history
Enjoy breathtaking tropical scenery
When you’re ready for more knitting, your cozy workspace aboard Celebrity Apex is waiting.
It’s the best of both worlds.
Luxury Meets Creativity
Celebrity Cruises has earned an outstanding reputation for blending luxury with innovation, and the Celebrity Apex showcases that commitment beautifully.
Guests can enjoy:
Spacious, comfortable staterooms
Exceptional dining options
Beautiful lounges perfect for knitting
Spa and wellness facilities
Live entertainment
Quiet outdoor spaces with spectacular ocean views
Perfect for Every Skill Level
One of the best aspects of Yarn, Fun and Sun at Sea is its welcoming atmosphere.
Whether you:
Just learned to knit
Have years of experience
Enjoy sweaters, shawls, socks, or accessories
Love discovering new yarns
Want to meet fellow knitters
You’ll find a supportive community eager to share ideas, encouragement, and inspiration.
There’s no pressure—just creativity, learning, and fun.
More Than a Vacation
Many travelers return home from vacations with photos.
Guests on knitting cruises return home with:
New knitting techniques
Beautiful finished projects
Lifelong friendships
Creative inspiration
Memories of tropical adventures
Renewed enthusiasm for their favorite hobby
It’s an experience that continues long after you’ve unpacked your suitcase.
Reserve Your Spot Before It Sells Out
Knitting cruises have become increasingly popular because they combine two passions—travel and fiber arts—into one unforgettable experience.
If spending a week surrounded by sunshine, luxury, creativity, and fellow knitters sounds like your perfect escape, now is the time to reserve your place.
Learn more about Yarn, Fun and Sun at Sea and view complete cruise details at:
Redington Workshops – Yarn, Fun and Sun at Sea
You can also explore the luxury amenities aboard Celebrity Apex to see why this award-winning ship is the perfect setting for an unforgettable knitting adventure.
Ready to Cast On?
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your knitting skills, discover beautiful Caribbean destinations, or spend a week surrounded by people who share your passion for fiber arts, Yarn, Fun and Sun at Sea offers an experience unlike any other.
Pack your needles, choose your favorite project bag, and prepare for a week filled with inspiration, laughter, learning, and plenty of stitches under the Caribbean sun. Your next great knitting adventure is waiting at sea.
YARN, FUN AND SUN
October 31 - November 7, 2026
Get ready for a vibrant week of color, creativity, and Caribbean sunshine aboard the stunning Celebrity Apex, one of the most luxurious ships at sea. Join renowned fiber artist StevenBe and yarn industry leader Shannon Dunbabin of Cascade Yarns for a knitting adventure like no other.
