“ I am new to knitting. I have weaved in the past. I enjoy creating with a group and learning from one another. ”

“ as an obsessive knitter, i need to stop popping in to my neighborhood yarn shop, and blowing all my money. i also love to mix it up and see what other folx have ;) ”

“ Hey ya'll...I'm a newbie knitter and I am looking to meet up with other knitters and show off my kooky newbie craftwork. ”

“ Hey Yall! You can just call me Drago, since that's my nick-name! I am a devoted knitter, and I LOVE to crochet! ”

“ want to meet others who speak my language... ”

“ Needlework: tatting, embroidery, needlelace, tambour beading, beading; sewing, filet crochet, Irish crochet. ”

“ Hello, My family and I recently recently moved to the Napa area. I love to knit, though I'm fairly new at it, and would love to spend time with others whole love it too! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I know how impoortant it is to stay aware and mindful in a culture that puts so much emphasis on fear. I recently moved and miss the community I had with those who were focused on spirituality, energy and growth ”

“ I took up ASL a few years back and am interested in regaining my ASL skills to interact with the Deaf community. ”

“ My name is Holly. I'm 28 and new to Fairfield. I would like to meet some new people ”

“ I am looking for people to study and learn with. I have many interests and a desire to further my knowledge and share what I have learned. ”

“ I'd like to find places to share and enjoy my interests with others, including doing beadwork, knitting, salsa (I'd love to learn), ASL (I'd like to learn more and practice what I do know), and speaking Spanish, preferably in/near Berkeley. ”

“ Hi, I recently moved to Oakland from Seattle. I have become obsessed with knitting and I think I should find fellow knitters before I drive my partner and friends crazy! ”

“ Hi! I've been in the east bay just under a year and I'm looking for some people who enjoy knitting and sharing ideas. ”

“ Hello, I moved here from Santa Rosa last May (2007) and am trying to meet people and make friends. But it is hard when you don't know anyone. BTW, I am the person on the far left in the pic. ”

“ I would like to meet local people with similar interests. ”

“ Mom of two, wife of one and crafter of sorts. I am also putting a non-profit together for the deaf and hard of hearing in Sonoma County. Look forword to meeting you. ”

“ Hi Fellow Knitters: I just started knitting again approx. one year ago, mostly colorful neck scarfs. Many moons ago, I knitted Argyle socks for my high school sweetheart, that was all the craze then. Then when I married and all my friends were hav ”

“ knit, spin, crochet, dye, sew, quilt, and in my next lifetime will learn beadwork and Navajo weaving; glad to find a weekend group; interested in charity knitting (ask me about layettes for the county's public health nurses' clients) ”

“ Hi knitterati! I'm a knitting addict, and I'd love a chance to get together with other knitters in Petaluma for chat, encouragement and shared inspiration. ”

“ I am looking for a needlecraft group in my town. Do you have regular meetings in Petaluma? I love needlecrafts, especially knitting. I like to be a part of a group because it stimulates the creative process. ”

“ I'm a newbee....but love to crochet. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love crochet and would love to try new and different types of yarn ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love art and would like to meet other artists! ”

“ I'm Dr. Mimi a snap diva from Chicago. I started the yayayarndivas so that I could meet others who enjoy fiberarts. It's also a great personal time for me. ”

“ 1 year + knitter * mesmerized by color, texture and yarn - stash will attest * skills are inter. level w/arthritis prohibiting long stretches of knitting * knit w/monday night knit group in Santa Rosa * LOVE the knitting community * LOVE the Harlot ”

“ I'm new to knitting and loving it. Just know basic skills and looking for ideas and new techniques and for people to enjoy my new passion. ”

“ I love to spin yarn, knit, crochet and cross stitch. While I don't always have the time to do everything I want to do, I would love to be able to go and talk and work with people who like to do the same things as I do. ”

“ Hello! My name is Rachel and I am a Buddhist mommy! I look forward to meeting you all and finding some like-minded people in the West Valley. ”

“ Hello! I have a variety of interests and I love meeting new people to share these common interests with. ”

“ Hi, I've been knitting on and off for a couple of years ....but I definitely still consider myself a beginner. I have two grown daughters, ages 26 and 28 and six (yes, that's right.....six!) wonderful cats. Look forward to meeting you! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because, i would like to make new friends and get involved in community to make it better. ”

“ Hi Joni, It's me:-) I didn't know you organized this group. I think it will be good for me too. It will be helpful to talk to other people in the same situation. Thanks. Luba ”

“ Hi, I'm 4 months pregnant and still reading about slings and things... ”

“ I taught myself recently with Stich 'N Bitch and can knit a whole scarf! Wowee! Other than that I'm 27, stay at home mom of Lillian, 22 months. Other interests include anime, computers, and most kinds of music. I hope to meet some of you soon! ”

“ Hi. I recently moved to Berkeley from Philadelphia. I have a great job - 3 kids close by in SF, a sister in Piedmont... now all I need are some good friends to walk, attend theatre/music, travel and have fun. Middle -aged? Me? Just in my prime! ”

“ Nelly is our 4 1/2 month old BT and he's so spoiled! He would love to meet other boston babies in the area! I can be reached at mpark46@hotmail.com if anyone is interested in meeting up. Nelly spends a lot of his playtime at Dolores Park... ”

“ Just curious on this group ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have just begun knitting again, and am interested in meeting other knitters who enjoy socializing while knitting. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am WAY into knitting and I want people to talk to about it! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have an extensive 'yarn library' and would like to do some trading. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy knitting and crocheting and would like to meet others who share my interests ”

“ HI LIKE THIS SUBJECT DOT ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to hang out with creative people who also like to knit! ”

“ I've been knitting on and off for about 20 years. I would like to get to know other knitters to trade tips and techniques. I live in Concord. ”

“ I want local Sewing Meetups because I'm really interested in improving my sewing skills. ”

“ Yay! there is more to do than the bars! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy sewing, knitting and general crafting, and would like to meet people that share these interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to knit and meet new knitters. ”