7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Itinerary
Day 1 - Miami, FL
Day 2 - Quilting Classes
Day 3 - Quilting Classes
Day 4 - Philipsburge, St. Maarten
Day 5 - Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas
Day 6 - Quilting Classes
Day 7 - Perfect Day Cococay, Bahamas
Day 8 - Miami, FL
Hello Quilting Friends!
We invite you to join the Icon Quilting Quest Cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas!
Join us for a 7-night Eastern Caribbean adventure filled with creativity, camaraderie, and breathtaking destinations.
This isn’t just a cruise—it’s a quilting adventure at sea. Join renowned instructors Michael Davison and Tiffany Hayes for three unforgettable days of hands-on classes, inspiring projects, and insider tips. Stitch your Sail ’n Sew kit, master new techniques, and bond with fellow quilters—all while sailing to breathtaking tropical destinations and creating memories as vibrant as your quilts.
Quilting Instructors & Projects
Michael Davison
Michael Davison is a seasoned quilting professional known for his bold use of color and pattern. A certified Quiltworx instructor, he specializes in Foundation Paper Piecing and also teaches BeColourful and original designs. His patterns, kits, and custom rulers are available online at michaelquilts.com. Michael is also a guest fabric designer with Riley Blake's Expression Batiks.
Project: Crown of Icon
Celebrate the first quilting cruise on Icon of the Seas with the Crown of Icon project taught by Michael Davison. Using Quiltworx techniques, you'll achieve crisp points and sharp spikes with ease—even if you're new to Foundation Paper Piecing. Designed in Royal Caribbean colors, this striking quilt is simpler than it looks and the perfect way to remember your Stitchin’ Heaven cruise adventure.
Finished Size: 53” x 53”
*Fabrics will be matched as closely as possible based on fabric availability at the time of ordering.
3 yards of coordinated backing fabric will be needed.
NOTE: If you choose to bring your own fabric, you will need 2 sets of the Liberty Crown Piecing Paspers. Click Here to Purchase.
Tiffany Hayes
Tiffany Hayes is a dedicated quilter, designer, and teacher whose patterns have appeared in Quilter’s World Magazine, Keepsake Quilting, and Connecting Threads. She developed The Goddess Tool, The 60º Triangle Tool, and The 90º Triangle Tool, which often appear in her Block of the Month designs. Tiffany publishes her work under Needle in a Hayes Stack and proudly calls herself a Quilt Addict. Learn more at www.NeedleinaHayesStack.biz.
Project: Enchantment
This quilt features a captivating interlocking chain pattern with a harmonious blend of warm tones like burgundy, olive green, mustard yellow, and deep purple against a soft cream background. The design combines traditional elements with modern appeal, with chain-like shapes forming a lattice appearance and star-like motifs at the intersections.
Finished Size: 72" x 90"
*Fabrics will be matched as closely as possible based on fabric availability at the time of ordering.
5.5 yards of coordinated backing fabric will be needed.
NOTE: The Enchantment Quilt Pattern is available for purchase.
Optional Sail 'n Sew Fabric Pack
Our incredible Sail 'n Sew fabric pack includes all of the fabrics and patterns for your projects and they are pre-cut so all you need to do is sit down and sew!
What’s the price?
The price of the Sail ‘n Sew fabric pack is $585.90 and it includes precut fabric for the quilt tops including the borders, binding and pattern.
Yes, I’d lke to purchase
If you are interested in only one of the kits, you can specify which one on the registration form when you sign up for the cruise. If you would like a Sail ‘n Sew pack, simply select both kits when you fill out the registration form and we'll have it waiting for you on the ship.
No I’ll bring my own
If you do not wish to purchase a Sail 'n Sew Fabric Pack, remember to pack your own fabrics. We will not have fabrics available for purchase aboard the ship. You will need to bring your fabric pre-cut and ready for class. You must also bring your pattern or book. You can purchase or download the patterns here: Prairie Pinwheel.
Join us for an extra- ordinary 7-night Quilting Cruise
Interior Stateroom | $2,799* |
Oceanview Stateroom | $3,399* |
Oceanview w/Balcony | $3,599* |
FAQS
Any discounts for non-sewing guests?
*Non-sewing guests will receive a $250 discount. Port charges, gratuities, taxes & fees of $572.15 are not included. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
Is any upfront deposit required?
There is a $350 per person deposit due at registration which will secure your price and availability.
What does all the fees include?
This fee includes your cruise fare PLUS all fees to the teachers, a BERNINA sewing machine for the entire cruise, all associated class activities, and classroom support. You may purchase our precut Sail n Sew kit (supplies are limited) or you are welcome to bring your own precut fabric.
Any preliminary Quilting Quest Cruise supply list
Note: View the preliminary 2026 Icon Quilting Quest Cruise supply list. A finalized supply list will also be sent to you 90 days prior to departure. We will not have a store onboard. Please bring all supplies you will need according to the supply list. We suggest you bring an extra project if you feel like you will finish the class projects and need extra sewing.