“ Hi I am very interested in Tony Robbins Personal Power Progams, and would like to meet others for mutual encourage and discussion. I used the Personal Power Program to quit smoking, easily and effortlessly. Live with Passion! ”

“ Christian fellowship ”

“ Needlework: tatting, embroidery, needlelace, tambour beading, beading; sewing, filet crochet, Irish crochet. ”

“ 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. ”

“ Would love to learn these new techniques! ”

“ I've been making jewelry for about 10 years but only selling it for one. I would like to find a local class in silversmithing that will make my work more marketable. ”

“ Hi, my name is Peggy and I lost my mother almost 7 years ago to we think heart failure, but that's a long story. I still miss her and being able to call and discuss what's happening. I thought this might be a nice group to join. ”

“ Hello, I would like to at some point start a business in jewelry making, and I do alot of beading, but I would really like to learn about metal working for jewelry! ”

“ I'm in love with all vintage stuff,especially cloths. Glad to see there'a meet up for vintage lover. ;)) ”

“ My wife just recently got into beadwork so I'm putting this out there in case anyone else in the area is interested in doing a meetup. Personally, I'm interested in discussing politics and secularism. Hope to meet new and interesting people! ”

“ I need to get out and meet people and form new friendships. And not be a recluse as much as I have been the last few years with all that I've dealt with. ”

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

“ I'd like to find places to share and enjoy my interests with others, including doing beadwork, knitting, salsa (I'd love to learn), ASL (I'd like to learn more and practice what I do know), and speaking Spanish, preferably in/near Berkeley. ”

“ I make necklaces and have recently started to make PMC pendants. ”

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

“ Hi love to hike but live in the south bay (way south past Gilroy)! ”

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

“ Meetups get people involved in the things they enjoy with like-minded people. No "bar scene" necessary; it's what community is all about. ”

“ 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 otherwise I won't set aside the time to work on one of my favorite hobbies! It's always a treat to work with other beaders & cross-pollinate our inspirations. ”

“ 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 am a great fan of carnatic music ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to learn new things and I like all sorts fo creative works ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it's one of my hobbies. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to get some skills in jewelry making and mix those skills with my glass blowing experience!!! ”

“ I would love to meet new people. ”

“ I am looking for sewing classes and groups, and other artists to collaborate on projects. I have tons of fabric and notions. I am a beginner who is willing to share my materials in the right situation. I would love to start a small clothing company! ”

“ I want to use local meetups to meet local crafty chicas like myself. I would like to form a sewing group. And have a group of gals to sell with at craft fairs. I make custom handbags, and purses to defend yourself. ”

“ I am a fashion designer just starting out. I am looking for grants and resources to start-up my business ”

“ I live in Cole Valley/work in Financial District. Would love to join a knitting group nearby. ”

“ I enjoy knitting as a creative outlet and a way to relax. And there's nothing like discovering a new favorite yarn. ;) I look forward to knitting with you. ”

“ I make both wire and bead jewelry, including seed beed weavings, etc. I am interested in finding other people who have similar interests, and getting together to share ideas and have fun! ”

“ I want local Beadwork Meetups because its to difficult to make it into the city especially during the work week ”

“ I want local Jewelry Making Meetups because ,I woul love to learn more about jewelry and meet people that like to make jewelry as much as I do. ”

“ I want local Jewelry Making Meetups because, I am a Jewellery Designer here in the SFO area. I am fascinated to find such a place, and am interested in domestic, as well as International Meetup, most especially Paris! Look Forward, Chanda ”

“ I want local Crochet Meetups because it is a nice way to meet new people who also enjoy crochet! ”

“ I want local Beadwork Meetups because I'd like to learn how to be better at what I do and see new things. ”

“ I want local Beadwork Meetups because I love the creative process ”

“ Hi fellow woodworkers! I'm working on assemblage projects right now with handtools and small powertools. Looking forward to meeting other group members. ”

“ I love beads. ”

“ Have been a vegetarian since age 12. Favorite foods are sushi, french fries, veggie burgers & stir-fry vegetables. I've been eating a lot of junk lately and need to clean up my diet. :) tennisdivalisa@hotmail.com ”