“ Started taking jewerly classes 6 months ago. Never been to this event before. Let me know if I need to bring anything. ”

“ I am new to the area and looking to meet new people with similar interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to make new friends and have fun making diferent progects ”

“ My husband and I just moved back to San Diego from Pahrump, NV with our son and soon-to-be-born baby and I'm so excited to meet beaders out here and get together! ”

“ I'm totally interested in selling a variety of crafts, and would like to network with others in my area. ”

“ I love Local Meetups! It's a great way to meet people. I am in the arts &crafts industry, & was wondering if anyone might want to teach an arts and crafts class in SDiego? Just send me an email here. ”

“ I'm originally from the east coast but have lived in San Diego for 28 years now! I tend to read self improvement books and find there's always more to learn. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it's fun to meet others with the same interests, share ideas and learn new techniques. It's also more fun to work on a project at the same time as other people. ”

“ I would like to learn about markets like swap meetings or shows,to be able to promote my and my friends jewellery designs. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to craft. ”

“ Like to see a change in the kind and amount of information we receive. ”

“ I love to make jewelry! I have been beading on and off for a long time. I am a stay at home mom and have a small jewelry business which i am hoping to grow. I definately could use some pointers on photographing my stuff :-) ”

“ Hello Bead Masters! I might be able to make it to the Wednesday meetings. I think that it would be easier to get together over the weekends just because it would be easier to get through traffic and all. Otherwise, Weds will be ok whenever possible. ”

“ Hi! My name is Jenn, and I'm a jewelry artist living in Vista. I am also a student at GIA getting my graduate gemology certificate. I found meetup by accident, and I am so glad I found this group! ”

“ Hello I am Naz, I work and also run an art jewelry design business,from my home studio ,it's huge, just kidding it's just me and I do it all, I am fueled by passion. I would love to meet people who enjoy challenging their creative side. ”

“ Hi, My sister-in-law just bought the Beads of La Jolla, and I've recently picked up the hobby. I love it! Can't wait to see what you all make on the 14th! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love going to museums and it would be fun to meet some new people. ”

“ I have had a lot of beads for a long time and I just bought more and more without really doing anything with them. Then I made a commitment to myself that I would actually make something with them. I bought the book "Making Jewelry for Dummies," tr ”

“ I'm a mom of 2 and have always loved beads and making necklaces/bracelets. I'm excited to take this interest to the next level. ”

“ Hi there! I am looking to meet new friends who share or empathize with being afflicted with a psychiatric disorder. I am outgoing, funny, and bright?..but my disorder prevents me from creating quality interpersonal relationships. ”

“ I'm a mother of 2 boys, married 30 years to a wonderful man and father. I've always been interested in crafting but my heart is in beading. I've beaded necklaces and earring for friends and family, now interested in wire jewelry. Glad to be here. ”

“ to find other people to share zine ideas with. email me at mnify125@yahoo.com ”

“ Hi, my name is Sally and I recently moved here from North Carolina. I love ethnic beads and huge, old sterling silver beads. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love to make necklaces and bracelets but would love to learn more techniques and sell the items I already have created. I'm fairly new to this beading thing and am going nuts buying beads! ”

“ Went to Northwestern, lived and worked in Chicago. Miss the food, culture, and of course friends and family. ”

“ I am interested in starting a custom jewelry business. I am interested in maybe partnering up with someone else to start. I specialize in beading but am interested in learning other forms. ”

“ I want local Beadwork Meetups because I love to bead with other bead-maniacs, like me! I've been beading 12 years now ans STILL love it! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love pilates ”

“ I want these local Meetups because they are some of my sedate hobbies- I love sewing, designing clothing, fun to do and create! jewerly making & beadwork I really got into a couple years ago...I would love to learn to knit. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in starting a handmade crafts/sewing business. ”

“ To meet up w/ other fans @ new venues. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have started making jewelry to sell and would like to learn from others' experiences on marketing and selling their products. A'm also always looking for inspiration and new techniques. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy creating and designing jewelry ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i like projects like art. im creative. ”

“ Love to play American Mah Jong! It's a fun game and I enjoy meeting new people. ”

“ I love to make beautiful body wear for people of all natures, this set I made for my pretty little niece. ”

“ I want local Beadwork Meetups because i love making bead art and often need help and suggestions. ”

“ I want local Sewing Meetups because i don't drive .an want to meet other person ”

“ I want local Jewelry Making Meetups because I enjoy the company, support and motivation provided by others who share an addiction to beads and wireworking. ”