“ i love anything to do with water ”

“ I've lived in San Francisco for 5 years but I've worked in Oakland the whole time. All my friends are in the Eastbay and I'm reeeally ready to develop a more local social circle. ”

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

“ Hi -- I create beaded jewelry that's auctioned off by charities. I'm hoping coming to meetups will keep me productive. Jewelry making is my therapy. Would like to meet others who enjoy it, too -- maybe get together 4 "field trip" to bead show in SF. ”

“ I've had a lot of experience here and there with pottery and would love to have a chance to get my hands (and clothes and face) dirty again. If anyone has a location in mind, I wouldn't mind trying to set something up. ”

“ hi...i joined for am looking for peoples interested in assembling a simple bead pattern for possible mass production on a per unit basis. ”

“ 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 want these local Meetups because I am a Palera/Santera and I want to meet same in the SF Bay Area ”

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

“ Hello! New to the East Bay area, looking forward to meeting some new and interesting people. ”

“ I prefer my inner voice these days to outer... :) she says the nicest things... PEACE ”

“ Ive just moved from london england,and i want to get to know the area as well as get fit in the process. ”

“ Hello, my name is Donna. I recently relocated to to Sac. Co. and am looking to meet others that have the same interests as myself and am looking for new friendships, learn new hobbies, and get to know the territory (I also love outdoor activities!) ”

“ Hello! Beads, Beads and more Beads, you can never have enough! I'm looking forward to meeting you all! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I LOVEthe gameover all other card games and like 2 meet peolple and socialize ”

“ I am ready to lose weight and want to organize an information and support group to help me meet my goal. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i love to decorate cakes iworked at a bakery and i plan on going to school for it soon its what i want to do and i just moved to the sac, area i dont know anyone and want to meet people with the same interest as me. ”

“ I am an Artist/Graphic designer who enjoys reading mystery novels, playing board games, dinner parties and murder mystery parties. ”

“ hello my name is cheryl i am 38, i have 2 children, i work full time has a home vistior , and i am looking for new friends. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am danish and would like to meet other danes or people who speak danish. Er der andre danskere i omraadet? ”

“ I'm new at fusing/kiln formed glass. Would like to meet other people interested in glass art as well. ”

“ Hi Everyone. I'm Kathy and my little buddy is Bruno...aka the The Broonz or Broonix. Anyhow, he is my and my daughter Tara's love...basically we ADORE HIM. We would love to meet with other small dogs and those who love them. ”

“ Hi from Bobbi in Woodbridge! I am a retired bartender, now on Social Security. I have been disabled since 1989, and have played with beads since as long as I can remember. Because I live so far away, I won't be able to make the evening meetings, ”

“ Hi my name is Denise, I enjoy working with my hands and making beautiful things. Jewelry sounds like fun, and I have loose pieces of old jewelry I would like to reuse. ”

“ I want local Wine Meetups because I love wine and want to meet other wine lovers ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to have fun! ”

“ Hi I make beaded polymer clay jewelry. I love making little girl bracelets. Unfortunately, I have another commitment on March 29th, but would love to be invited to your next meeting. Thanks Pam ”

“ My name is Sharon Johns. I've been making necklaces from seed beads (mostly 11/0 and delicas) for the past year and a half. I've just started working with polymer clay and I probably need to take a class in that. I look forward to the meeting. ”

“ Hello! I have always been interested in learning how to make jewelry. I thought this would be a great opportunity to learn. ”

“ Hello, my boyfriend AND I are looking to share sport activities and fun with other new friends and we hope to share laughter, stories and food after a hard workout ”

“ Just started making beeaded jewelry and need to learn alot. Hoping to make few new friends as well! ”

“ I have beads and books on jewelry making and well...it's just never happened. I think in a group I will get the encouragement to start something I really want to learn! ”

“ Hello, my name is Rosa and I enjoy jewellery making. A friend taught me a few years ago. I stopped practicing because I didn't have as much interest as I have now. Now I have a collection of beads that I have bought over the years. ”

“ Hi I'm always looking for Japanese related events. ”

“ Hello, I'm Sheila. ”

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

“ I'd love to make some very simple, quick projects with wire and/or beautiful glass beads for gift-giving, and would enjoy getting together with others to share ideas and how-to's. ”

“ Hello everyone, I have learned about meetups from my daughter in Washington who thinks they are the greatest. Thought I would try to find a group here. I am hoping a group starts so that I can learn and have fun doing so. ”

“ I am a new beader who's really hooked in a short time. I love learning new techniques and seeing the works of others for inspiration. I would love to have a Meetup group in or around Natomas. Please get in touch with me if you are interested. ”

“ 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 am interested in the meetups, because I am looking for local contacts, craft fairs, and people who like the same things I do. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because iAM HAITIAN & RARELY GET TO MEET OTHERS FROM MY HOMELAND ”

“ i like meeting new people and being inspired by other peoples' creativity ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to start selling my scarves and also meet people that sell their handmade items ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it is inspirational to spend time with others who share the same hobbies. ”

“ Graphic/Web Designer/Photographer in SF. I love to photograph families and babies at events and everyday life. I believe that these are the moments to treasure for the rest of your life. I love details and would love doing day books & birthdays. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because the SF Craft Mafia is all about supporting DIY and creative businesses! We're currently taking applications for our Winter Trunk show, deadline Sept 4th, 2007 : http://sfcraftmafia.com/mafia-made-2007-winter-trunk/ ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love sculpting and want to meet other artists in the Bay Area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need to get into the goove of things again. Been out of crafting for some years now, want to sell on some neat craft websites on line, need to free up my life some, want to work more at home making money. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm new to the area and would love to meet other people with similar interests as myself. Also, I have a clothing label and would like to network and possibly collaborate on some new projects. ”

“ I'm all for networking for artists and crafters. I have several projects in the works and a room full of ones I'd love to market. ”

“ I enjoy meeting folks with a shared interest and it fun to hone one's skills and pass on my own tips and tricks. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i enjoy quilting and working with beads. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet people that have similar interests.I'm disabled,and don't get out to meet people much,& I'm looking to make some new friends,and possibly team up with someone I click with to go "C"show-swapmeet ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to work with other artists ”

“ I want to expand my skills at the same time getting inspiration from like minded people who enjoy creativity. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love knitting. ”

“ I would love to meet new people. ”