I dream of gathering a bunch of wildly creative fiber people and working on the same object at the same time somehow. The goal would be to see just how uniquely we could combine our talents and create something unusual, funny, bizarre - but mostly have fun playing with possibilities by connecting fibers. I think of the quilt circles where all the quilters are working on the same quilt. Well, they are usually kind of working independently but they are working on the same object. And it's more int …

We are now meeting every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at The Grand Tavern in Oakland! Meet fellow Crochet, Knitting, and Sewing enthusiasts in the area! Fiber artists of all skill levels are invited for a cup of tea, a friendly conversation, and plenty of support and help with their work. Every Tuesday night from roughly 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. We've been going strong for over four years now, and we know you will enjoy our group! We have a ton of regular members who don't RSVP on-site anymore so the group is …

Figamarole is devoted solely to providing women with a inspiriational & relaxing setting to gather, socialize, learn, teach, & create. Classes and Events are held for Stitch n' Bitch, Sewing, Cooking, Jewelry Making, Paper Crafts, Gardening, etc. Studio space is available by table or room or downstairs classroom space for those looking for a place to get away with a group or individual use. Monthly calendars are posted on website www.figamarole showing upcoming happenings, history, and general i …

Do you love the smell of fabric? Do you buy more fabric than you know what to do with? Have you ever been asked what you plan to make with the 40 yards of fabric you have just bought? Do you love to sew? Do you ever dream of sewing projects? Are you passionate about arts and crafts is dying to learn how to sew? If you answered yes to any of the above questions we want you! The idea is to get together somewhere in Redwood City, meet like-minded people, mingle, perhaps have a cocktail or 2 and sew …

I started this Meetup to bring together Scrapbookers in the area for monthly crops and/or classes. We will be scheduling all day-monthly crops, monthly workshops & classes and possibly annual Scrapbooking retreats. All scrapbookers and paper crafters are welcome to join. Please tell your friends! Visit my website and blog for creative inspiration and class schedule... www.mary.myctmh.com www.scrapbookersrock.blogspot.com "Just as pieces stitched together in a quilt warm our bodies, Scrapbo …

We work on any and all krafting projects -knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, felt, beading. Any project that's portable, bring it on!  We get together to provide support and community. We bring PHD - projects half done - those projects we've been meaning to finish, but don't seem to do them on our own. If you don't have a project yet, come on over and we can help you get started.  Why this meetup?  We want a close-by location to hang out, get something accomplished and have fun! Our sched …

Since we started late last year, we've been expanding our reach to members from the East Bay and Peninsula areas.  Our members range from novice to advanced sewists.  Some have even taught a class or two in the past and generously share their knowledge at our sewing intensives. This group is for anyone interested in: dressmaking, clothing construction, tailoring, fashion design, quilting, and a broad range of textile arts.  Our members love getting together to sew, share ideas, and making new fr …

Join us in our quest to embrace living slowly and intentionally. We are a group of men and women who are striving to reduce our consumption/consumerism and increase our domestic skills. Whether you are an aspiring radical homemaker or already practice domestic arts, join us for knitting, sewing, quilting, natural dyeing, soapmaking, cooking from scratch, gardening, canning, creating herbal remedies for your family and much more. Bring an open mind and a snack to share as we learn from each other …

This group was created with the desire of finding a better way to learn to sew. I am a stay at home mom of three wonderful girls and learning to sew has always been on my bucket list. However, it is so difficult to find the right time and the right place without having to change our already busy lives. In this group we are searching for teachers and for beginners. Also, I do not want to be the only one managing this group so please send all suggestions and come prepared to give your two cents t …

Shanon Dean and Rebecca Miller are the original duo behind the 30 Something Dames. We’re just a couple of young crafty, thrifty and adventurous ladies.  Shanon puts “Suzy Homemaker” to shame and Rebecca is often referred to as “Becky Crocker”. Shanon has also started an Urban Homestead with her husband and they have 20 laying chickens, rabbits, and goats, muscovy ducks, and quail. There are 34 fruit trees, veggie gardens galore and composting bins going up around the 1/3 acre. We’re crazy abou …