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Los Angeles/Pasadena D.I.Y (Do It Yourself) Girls

Inspire and be inspired! . For hip women in the Southern California area who love (or want to learn) to knit, crochet, felt, etc. Be empowered by weaning yourself off mass-produced, sweatshop items and learn to create something(s) truly unique and beautiful.

All levels welcome. I am based in Orange County, but I would like for any member to suggest, plan and host our various meetings.

Future activities:
Stitch n' Bitch
Pot Luck Knitting Night
Yarn swaps
Fabric swaps
Pattern swaps
Show and tell
Projects
Much more!

I just recently took over this group to save it so I am looking to revitalize it and get some great groups together!

Location: Pasadena, CA 91106 34.14-118.13 91106US
Founded: Mar 23, 2008
Member Fee: none
Rating: No recent ratings
Members: 40
Meetings: None yet

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More from our calendar…

Sat Jun 28, 12:00 PM
6 Yes, 5 Maybe – RSVP now
Fri Aug 29, 11:00 AM
1 Yes, 1 Maybe – RSVP now

What's New?

  • Joined May 13, 2008
  • Joined May 9, 2008

    "I love crafting! Sew, knit, crochet, jewelry/metals, cooking, and any other DIY stuff. "

  • "So, Hissy Knits in Highland Park is closing, but on the bright side, if you're a yarn addict, you can get tons of great stuff for over 50% off on May 17-18. There will also be a yarn dyeing and painting..."

  • "Hey ladies, So Joni made a great poll and it took some information about what sort of initial meeting we should do, and it looked like informational meeting was the group favorite. Let's start a message..."

  • The poll "What day or time would generally work out better for your schedule?" was created today.

  • Added by Joni on April 30, 2008

    "Hello, Please take a minute to vote on a couple of polls regarding our first meeting. Thanks, Joni"

  • The poll "What should we do for our first meetup?" was created today.

  • Joined April 30, 2008
  • "Announcing a new meeting for Los Angeles/Pasadena D.I.Y (Do It Yourself) Girls! What: Swap-o-Rama! When: Saturday, June 28, 12:00 PM Where: (A location for this meeting hasn't been chosen yet) Meeting..."

  • Added by Joni on April 28, 2008

    "Hello, In case you haven't heard, the next L.A. Swap-o-rama-rama is coming to L.A. in June 2008! In case you haven't heard of it, it's the biggest and best clothing swap, sewing/DIY event ever. You..."

  • Joined April 23, 2008

    "Hi. At the moment I'm teaching myself to embroider, knit, and use a sewing machine.I'm having a bit of trouble with knitting. It would be great to meet people who could lend a helping hand. I'm currently 6 months pregnant and have a 3 year old boy :)"

  • Joined April 17, 2008

    "I've been wanting to learn how to make my own clothes..."

  • Joined April 12, 2008

    "Hello I like to sew and do other crafty projects."

  • Joined April 11, 2008

    "I'm a beginner sewer (sewist??) and used to knit. I would very much like to join a congenial group of ladies and share ideas, knowledge, etc. I hope this group provides a way to have low-key, no-stress periodic creative evenings."

  • Added by Joni on April 9, 2008

    "Hi, All. I've been a longtime on-and-off knitter and a beginning seamster. I have just learned to crochet and I am ALSO in-love with it. Is anyone interested in doing a crochet knit-along? I am ogling..."

  • Joined April 8, 2008

    "Hi. I like to knitt and crochet. I also have a Scrapbooking store in Long Beach."

  • Added by Shawn on April 8, 2008

    "Hi all, I've made some arrangements to tour some yarn shops in the LA and surrounding area as well as check out some other knitting groups to see what we can arrange as well, so progress has been made!..."

  • Joined April 7, 2008

    "i know a little bit about quite a few things-- but not a lot about any one thing. hoping to learn a lot more."

  • Joined April 5, 2008

    "Love craft & learning to knit cute stuff. Very interested in knitted food (cakes, pies, etc)."

  • Joined April 2, 2008
  • Joined April 1, 2008

    "I love sewing and fabric..."

  • Joined April 1, 2008

    "I am so excited that I found D.I.Y. I am looking forward to learning and sharing my knowledge."

  • Joined March 30, 2008

    "I love arts and crafts! It'll be great to meet ppl who do too."

  • Joined March 30, 2008

    "Hey everyone! I actually am just getting into sewing again, and would love to meet new people and make new friends with the same interests"

  • "Welcome to Los Angeles. I love to sew. I don't know how to knit, but hopefuly we can do different crafts. I also live in Pasadena. Can't wait for our first meet up."

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