“ I am looking for someone to finish knitting a "royal ripple" afghan that my mother started for my daughter's wedding on October 18th. Sadly, my mother passed away on April 14th. I do not know how to knit Does anyone know of someone that can help me? ”

“ Hi! I absolutely doing anything creative...knitting is one of my newest adventures! My DH jokes that if it's not nailed down (and sometimes even if it is) I'll make it into something!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm new in town and really want to meet people! ”

“ Hello! My name is Heather and I am so excited to find your group! We just moved here from Houston and I'm looking forward to meeting all of you. ”

“ Hi! I saw the article in the Wichitalk yesterday. I am not a knitter, but a cross stitcher. I have been unsuccessful in finding a group of women who stitch & want to get together. ”

“ There is a Crochet Guild here in Wichita! WHAT: KS My Stitch WHERE: Downtown Senior Ctr, 200 S Walnut WHEN: 3rd Monday each month, 10:00am & 6:30pm WHO: Anyone who crochets or wants to learn COST: $1.50 per meeting We are a chapter of CGOA. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet others who share my love of spinning, knitting and crocheting. ”

“ Hi, I'm Julie. I'm a beginning crochet-er & looking for a place to get some tips. I've made bunches of granny squares & blocks, and just made a blanket. It's actually a HUGE granny square, because I'm afraid of turning. :) ”

“ My name is Annette Gurney. My 11 year old daughter, Julia, and I were looking at yarn at Michaels. Carol Miller introduced herself to us and told us about the group. It sounded like a lot of fun so we looked you up on the web. We are knitting be ”

“ I'm left handed but was taught to knit when I was really small, (no one knew I was a leftie) so hey! I knit to the right. I've been making a lot of scarves lately, in fact I have a group of them in a gallery in Arizona for a holiday market. ”

“ Hi my name is Diana. I have a hubby of 17 years. We have 2 kids, 7 and 11yrs old. I work with special ed in the Derby school system. I knit every day in the staff break room. I get about one or two rows done a day so I move real slow on my proje ”

“ My name is Sidni, I'm 27 years old and have one child and one on the way. We have lived in Wichita for almost three years and I've been looking for a way to meet more women in the community. I work full-time and like to golf and jog. ”

“ I've been married for 12 years and have three wonderful sons, ages 11, 8, and 5. We live out in the country, near Andale and Colwich. I am a stay at home mom, and I also proofread legal transcripts from home. ”

“ Hi...I'm Brandi Stevens, I have 2 teenage kids that keep me very busy between hihgschool rodeos & school sports. I also enjoy riding competively, traveling, needlepoint, & looking forward to knitting better! ”

“ Hi! My name is Carol and I work at the Valley Center Public Library with Deanna. I have knitted since I was ten which was 46 years ago! I am also a new grandmother so I'm always looking for new baby patterns. ”

“ I'm Kim, 33 year old stay at home mom, looking for ways to get out of the house and do something fun. I crochet, but have been interested in learning to knit as well. ”

“ I have an 8 year old son (who has far too many handmade sweaters) and am married. I practice law with a law firm in town and knit to relax! ”

“ My name is Celi - pronounced Kelly - Warner. I have a two year old daughter and am VERY BUSY - correction - she is VERY BUSY. Knitting is one of my newest hobbies - and I love it!! I do all sorts of different crafts and enjoy all of them! ”

“ Hello Everyone! My name is Jeanne and I was introduced to this Meet-Up group by Gwen. I crochet... hope that's okay? I love working on my projects in public because it can start some great conversations! ”

“ HI! I'm Nicole and I am a student at Friends University! I love knitting and I would love to learn how to knit more and more fun things! I work at Emerson Elementary school. I would also like to meet new people- espically knitters!! :o) ”

“ Hello everyone...and happy knitting. My name is Kim Neufeld and I have met some of you through the knitting guild. I am president this year of the local guild and would love to come and knit with you...I am totally obsessed with knitting of course. ”

“ I am a 40-something late-bloomer. I didn't have my first child until I was 25, didn't graduate from Friends University until May of 2003, & I didn't learn to knit until I was 40. I teach 6-12th grade life skills education at school and at home. ”

“ Hi My name is Glynda and I love to knit and am addicted to yarn. I mainly make scarves but have also done ponchos, shawls, and hats. My son plays baseball at WSU. ”

“ My name is Karolyn High, I am a friend of Laurie Jacobs and Maxine Smith's daughter. ”

“ I enjoy meeting people who knit & even though I've been knitting since I was a teenager, I still need help occasionally. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to make some new friends who share the same interests as myself. ”

“ I'm brand new to knitting. ”

“ I've knitted off and on since I was a pup; now I'm back at it and getting a bit obsessive. While my husband is patient and cheers with me every time I get through a row without incident, it's time to gather with girls who really get it. ”

“ Hi, my name is Pati Renteria, I'm new to knitting. It was suggested that I join when Needleworks closed ”

“ I want local Knitting Meetups because I would like to get to know other knitters and be able to have someone to go to with questions and such. ”

“ Hello. I'm Kathleen Lehman and would like to be considered for membership in the Wichita KIP group. I'm married, have one daughter and two stepsons, two cats and two dogs. Work full time at Cessna but would rather play full time in the garden, etc. ”

“ I am a Vegan...Hooray ”

“ I've been knitting for 2 years (started in Aug, 2001) and love to knit sweaters, socks, cardigans, hats, mittens, scarves, and even the dreaded beginner dish clothes. ”

“ Hi, my name is Sandy Hayes, and I just found out about this place and now they are closing. Irony huh? I am looking forward to meeting you all!!! ”

“ My name is Sandy, I'm a new KS resident and look forward to building new friendships through this group. I moved here from the Seattle area a few months ago to accept a job promotion. ”

“ Judy Loganbill 3rd grade teacher at Allen Elementary School, Wichita Part time at Barnes and Noble Eastgate bookstore State Representative for the 86th House district ”