Canada & New England
Join Me for a Knitting Cruise
11 –18 September 2027
Join me for 7 nights aboard Holland America Line’s Zuiderdam, sailing from Québec City to Boston. It’s a week of knitting, friendship and adventure with a wonderful group of fellow makers.
Limited spaces available
What to expect
A week made for makers
Picture your needles out, a cup of something warm, and the coastline of Canada and New England going by the window.
Discover
Explore charming towns, beautiful scenery and unforgettable destinations across Canada & New England.
Create
Join inspiring workshops, learn new techniques and find plenty of inspiration for your next project.
Connect
Meet fellow knitters, share your passion and make friendships that go far beyond the cruise.
Unwind
Slow down, pick up your needles and enjoy the simple pleasure of knitting with beautiful views around you.
The itinerary
8 days, 6 ports, Québec City → Boston
Sail from Québec City to Boston, with stops in Charlottetown, Sydney, Halifax, and Portland along the way.
Charlottetown
The “Birthplace of Confederation”, with Victorian architecture and a lively maritime culture.
Sydney
The “Birthplace of Confederation”, with Victorian architecture and a lively maritime culture.
Halifax
One of the world’s deepest natural harbours, a buzzing waterfront and a hilltop fortress.
Portland, ME
The historic Old Port, a working waterfront and some of New England’s best seafood.
Meet the host
Hi! I’m Louise Bollanos
For over a decade, I’ve been sharing knitting patterns and tutorials through Handy Little Me. Now, I’d love to bring that community together for a week of knitting, exploring, and getting to know one another.
I’ll be hosting and teaching alongside Melissa Leapman and Michele Lee Bernstein, with a knitting workshop from each of us to help you learn something new and build your confidence.
Beyond the classes, we’ll enjoy cocktail parties, rotating dinner groups so you can get to know fellow knitters, and relaxed afternoons knitting and chatting. There’ll also be optional excursions and opportunities to explore local yarn shops along the way, where our itinerary allows.
Whether you’re coming on your own or bringing someone along, I’d love to welcome you aboard.
On board with us
Meet the guest designers
Each one brings a different background and specialism to the workshops.
PDXKnitterati
Michele Lee Bernstein
A knitwear designer and teacher who loves texture and creative techniques. Her warm, approachable teaching helps knitters build confidence.
designer
Melissa Leapman
An internationally recognised knit and crochet designer who has worked with leading fashion houses and top yarn companies.
Limited spaces available
Your next adventure starts here
Pack your needles, meet fellow makers and set sail on an unforgettable knitting adventure.
Booking handled by The Cruise & Vacation Authority