Knit, hang out, and meet new people! Whether you're an experienced knitter or just starting out, this is the place to share tips, show off projects, and relax with a group of people who love their yarn just as much as you do.

Meet, mingle and trade yarns with local knitters! Come to a Knitters Meetup and have fun comparing patterns, sharing techniques and trading tips on stitches, sweaters and mittens.

I see there is a group from the central Worcester area but for me being near the Shoppes at Blackstone Valley is more convenient. I find that mall is easily accessible from many southern area towns and many people seem to love that shopping mall! I a…

Want to knit with others in a yarn purchase free environment? Bring your current projects and seek support and understanding. Substitute the wallet abuse that your fiber addiction inflicts on you for tea and cake!

“ Prayer groups, knitting and crochetting groups, ”

“ I've been looking for a group of knitters who meet in a casual atmosphere and don't have "projects" that the group knits. I have been knitting off and on for years, recently have started knitting socks. I'm no expert - have a lot to learn. ”

“ Gathering a group that likes to knit or crochet together is a great way to have fun and build community. I'm just learning but am enthusiastic and I look forward to meeting each of you. ”

“ Hi; I am 34 years old,married, living in Boston. I've graduated with a major in Finance 10 years, and worked in banking & financial services now. Looking forward to meeting everyone soon. Thanks, Bianca ”

“ I'm second-generation Hungarian-American and I've just started learning Hungarian. I love the language (I love languages in general - I work as a translator!) and am always happy to have the chance to learn more. ”

“ I'm new to the area. Moved out from Cambridge this summer. I have been knitting for years now and am looking for a group to share tips with and chat. ”

“ Hi! I am a consultant with a health and wellness company called Arbonne. I also am mom to a toddler. I look forward to meeting other members and learning how others balance it all, in additon to making new friends. =) ”

“ My name is Lisa. My husband and I moved here from AZ a year ago. I work as a nanny which makes it very difficult to make new friends. I'd love to meet people and see the beauty of MA at the same time :) ”

“ I took a beginning knitting class two years ago and noe love to knit. I am looking for a casual group where I can ask questions and meet other knitters. ”

“ Esperanto-speakers meetup on the 2nd Saturday of every month in Cambridge. Join esna@yahoogroups.com to hear the location. Also, the MIT Esperanto club offers courses: http://web.mit.edu/esperanto ”

“ Hi! I'm a beginner crocheter and I'd love to meet some new people in the area!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm interested in these topics ”

“ Greetings! I am a transplant to RI and am a member of the NYC Sit n' Knit on Meetup.com. I am looking forward to meeting others who are as crazy about yarn as I am! ”

“ Hi! I'm Claudia and I've only been knitting since October but I love it! ”

“ Hi all! My friend Kimberly directed me to this website. I've been knitting for a couple years now. I'm a transplant to RI so I'm always looking for new friends. Kim and I meet at Borders in Garden City a couple times a month to knit and chat. ”

“ My name is Wendy and I live in Seekonk MA just over the Pawtucket border. I have been knitting for over 40 years and enjoy just about everything about it (except trinity stitch - and popcorns!)...I look forward to getting to know you all. ”

“ A gregarious VA Hokie in New England knitter who loves meeting other fibery crafters. Enjoys traveling for yarn, but due to budget constraints must pick and choose her battles. Hounded at home by adopted houserabbits who demand constant treats. =:8 ”

“ Hi. I am Sue. I have been in RI for almost 10 years and have been knitting for longer than that but haven't ventured into the tough stuff too much. I have 2 boys and work parttime. I am looking for people who love to knit as much as i do! ”

“ Hello Fellow Knitters. Anyone live in the Hopkinton Area? I am looking for yarn donations at the High School for a hat and scarf charity project we are working on. Anyone interested can contact me at csweet@hopkinton.k12.ma.us Thanks! ”

“ My name is Yousef. I'm 28 years old .and I'm very interested to speak English with other people .and my native language is Arabic ”

“ I've just relocated to Providence from Boston, and wanted to find a local knitting circle. I've been knitting for over five years, and I hope to get to tag along to a meet up soon! ”

“ Hello - I've been knitting now for 1 1/2 years and I'm enjoying trying new things and meeting other knitters. ”

“ I have a knitting machine I'm trying to dust off and re-learn. I have a piece missing that connects my ribber to the main bed and I don't know where I can get the piece from. I would like to learn how to use the machine again and meet other knitters. ”

“ Hi, my name is Jen and I started scrapbooking about a year ago. I love it, what a great hobby! My family recently moved to Massachusetts from Virginia, and I am looking forward to going to upcoming events! ”

“ Hello! I am VERY new to knitting and am looking for some expert guidance. My mother has been knitting for years and was able to get me started. She lives 4 hours away so I am in desperate need of some local help. Hope I can join into your circle. ”

“ I am from Cranston, I knit and crochet. I just found this group today and I was happy to see that it's been around for almost a year this is great I look forward to meeting everyone. ”

“ Hi everyone. I live in Providence on the East Side. I started knitting almost 4 years ago when I was stressed out as a young professional at work and took the day off to learn. A sweater, several scarves, and countless baby hats and 2 baby blanket ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love meeting other cross-stitchers! Spending time in a group adds enthusiasm and spreads knowledge. I'd be happy to help organize anything starting in late 2006 or 2007. Contact me at measiwitch(at)gmail.com ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet other local gardening enthusiasts ”

“ Hi, I'm Jennifer. I am new to knitting but have done a lot of crocheting in the past. I thought I would join b/c I have been in R.I. for about a year now but still don't have many connections. Plus, I would like to learn more about knitting ”

“ Hi, My name is Jenny, I am a 25 year-old teacher from Warwick, RI. I am interested in the idea of bringing my students and families together through quiltting. But, I don't have the expertise to make it happen. Can anyone help? Thanks. ”

“ Hi! I'm Michelle and I live in Taunton, MA. I've been looking for a knitting group for some time now! ”

“ hi my name is Victoria, and I would like to learn to knit and crochet- where can I do this. I am married , live in North Providence with a car and one year old twins. ”

“ Hi there, I am Tina from Cranston, RI. I am pretty new to RI. I have been knitting on and off for about 8 years. ”

“ Hello! I would love to get together to knit, learn and meet new people! ”

“ Hello everyone. My friend Anne actually started this site and let it go due to not having time. I am so glad Sally took it over. I am not a bar person, but like to meet new people and share interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I really want to meet like minded people who want to improve there lives. ”

“ Hi - I moved to RI from Texas a year ago - brought my husband, son, dog, and yarn stash. I work full time as hotel consultant with some travel involved and would like to meet other knitters. trying to learn to spin! ”

“ I am 56, divorced, mother of two and grandmother of 3. I work full time, and enjoy that. But I want more, I have enjoyed knitting though still feel like a novice. I have my grandmothers needles and am ready to go. Looking forward to meet ups. ”

“ hi all, I learned to knit a long time ago from the master of everything, my mom :), but never really made anything until I retought myself about 6 months ago. I really love challenging myself, tackling a lace sweater and a baby blanket at present.. ”

“ I am from RI and spend a good deal of time there every summer. Right now I am living in Japan but would like to keep up with what is going on in RI for my visits home. I have been knitting on and off for 40 yrs. For the past two years it has been on ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just found out that I am gluten intolerant and would like to be able to meet other people and share ideas on living in a very glutenous world. ”

“ I want local Crochet Meetups because it would be fun to get together to chat and crochet and swap ideas. ”