Is there a better way to spend an evening, then knitting and talking with fellow enthusiasts? We are a bunch of crazy knitters, ranging form novices to seasoned veterans. Bring what your working on or thinking about working on. Join us for some…

“ Senior citizen woman who is looking for groups in cross stitch, scabble, card games, learning to knit ”

“ Hi Everyone...I have been knitting since I was in the 4th grade and I have always loved it...I love knitting for my family and friends .. It is great now that I have retired, I have all the time in the world to do projects that I love to do... ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to knit, but would really like to knit other places besides my living room. I've just graduated from college and have moved back home, so I'm wicked excited about meeting other people in the area who knit. ”

“ Hi, looking forward to getting fit and meeting everyone. ”

“ I am new to the area and love to read. I am looking to meet people who also love to read and would like to start a book club. ”

“ First and foremost I'm a knitter. It is my passion and consumes several hours of everyday much to the chagrin of my husband. The cats, Mac & Linus don't mind as it means they'll have a lap to stretch out on. ”

“ I just moved to Portland and would love to meet other like-minded individuals ”

“ Hello. My name is Debbie Caldwell and I am new to the greater Portland area. I actually have been in Central Maine, where I began, but was in the Boston area for many years. I am newly retired, and would love to meet others who are home a lot. My ”

“ I would love to attend the meetup in S. Portland, but by the end of the day it's a long drive. Let's start one around here - Freeport/ Yarmouth area! Who's interested? I'll help get one started. ”

“ To have fellowship with other knitters in the Rochester area. Also to learn and to share . ”

“ I have joined the knitting meetup in South Portland, but it's such a long drive home, I've never made it to a meeting. I'd love to have one in Brunswick, Topsham or Freeport: looking for a group of knitters to hang with once or twice a month. ”

“ I miss talking and sharing with other people who do my craft. I used to teach knitting and I can help others to learn. ”

“ I am a knitter interested in local knitting groups to share my knowledge and expand my skills. I lived in Rome, Italy for 20 years, and need to practice Italian or risk losing it and would love to join an Italian language meetup group in the area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want more information on rug hooking and knitting...why else? ”

“ I am interested in getting involved in a Portland club---and the intellectual and creative exchange that can take place when people get together. Love books, potography, knitting, web design and software, skiing, sailing, and all things Italian! ”

“ I want local Knitting Meetups because the winter evenings in Maine are loooong .Would like to meet folks with similar interest. I have been knitting since I was a child am willing to share my experience... ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i enjoy seeing what other people are making and how my work compares to more experienced knitters. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it is a great way to meet people with similar hobbies. "We" have a knitting group that meets on Tuesdays, from 6-8 p.m. at Starbucks on Main Street in Freeport, fall through spring. Join us if you can! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to connect with people who share my passions. ”

“ I love walking and hiking and would like to meet new people. I walk to de-stress and hike to explore. I would be especially interested in dog-friendly (walking) events, too. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have redisovered that knitters are really interesting people and I enjoy getting to know them and learning from them. ”

“ I just started knitting a few months ago and would love to hang out and share info/ideas with other knitters! Yay Yarn! ”

“ I am looking to meet other knitter, share patterns, ideas etc... ”

“ Hello, my name is Anna. I'm a lawyer/banker and I've been knitting since I was 6 back in the old country (Armenia). I stopped knitting when I started law school. I recently picked it up again rememberingjust how much I loved it. How is everyone!? ”

“ I have just recently started back knitting and I have to admit I am once again hooked! I think it would be great fun to meet others who enjoy this artform. My interests lie in developing new techniques, sharing and charity donations. ”

“ I want local Knitting Meetups because knitting is fun! ”

“ I want local Quilting Meetups because I love to quilt and anxious to learn new ways of doing old things. ”

“ I am signed up for a few Meetup groups- here are my topics: knitting (I can crochet already); European cultures and languages; American Pit Bull Terriers (and dog training); and Monty Python! I'd love to meet other people with same interests! ”

“ HI my name is Betty I,m 44. I,VE BEEN KNITTING FOR 20 YEARS NOW I KNIT BABY THINGS, AFGHANS , SCARVES , HATS, MITTENS, ADULT SWEATERS, ETC. ”

“ Hello, my name is Lisa Lawry. I live in the Portland Maine area. I am a social worker and committed to volunteering and getting W out of office!!!! ”

“ I'm looking for opportunities to help get out the vote! Thanks - ”

“ Hi all. I have been looking, well not too hard...for a group that meets that can maybe help me with basics. New to knitting, finished a few projects but want to do more just need a little hands on instruction. How and where does this group meet? ”

“ Hi, I'm fairly new in the Portland area. I love to knit, but am a beginner so need lots of help. Need knitting friends. ”

“ like simple easy patterns ”

“ Hi my name is Orette I'm a SAHM, live in Aub w/my husband & 8 & 11 yr old boys. Love to knit, been doing it since the 1st yr I got married, 21 yrs ago. ”

“ hi, been knitting off and on, mostly off, since a child consister myself a beginner I always have somekind of needle in my hand ”

“ I live in Auburn and I am seeking other crafty types! Knitting, cross stitch, beading, scrapbooking--you name it! I can host at my home. I'm also a new mom and seeking other mommies to hang out with. Play dates? Yes! ”

“ My husband is from Montpellier, France and I lived and went to school in Paris for 10 months. I want to practice my french so as not to forget it! ”

“ I just moved to Portland from the Boston area. Looking forward to making some new friends. ”