What is Meetup used for?

Meetup helps individuals find groups and events matching their interests, including craft workshops in San Francisco. It's a platform for community and activity exploration.

How do I find crafts groups nearby?

To discover craft groups in San Francisco, simply search by location on Meetup. You'll find local events geared toward different crafting interests.

Can I start my own workshop?

Yes, you can! On Meetup, you have the option to start a group or organize your own craft workshops, attracting others with similar crafting passions.

What types of crafting events are available?

San Francisco offers a range of crafting events from pottery classes to sewing meetups. Check Meetup to see the latest workshops that match your talents and interests.

How often are workshops held?

The timing of workshops varies, as they depend on organizers within the Meetup community. Frequently check Meetup for the latest scheduling updates.

Is Meetup free to use?

Meetup is free to join, though some events may charge a fee. It provides an opportunity to connect and engage without any upfront cost.

Do I need crafting experience to join?

Not necessarily. Many workshops welcome beginners, though details about skill level may be listed in the event description on Meetup.

Are all events in-person?

Not always. Some craft workshops might be online. Check event details on Meetup to confirm the format—virtual or in-person.

What if I can't find a group?

Craft groups depend on community presence. If none suit your needs in San Francisco, consider starting one to meet others with a shared interest.

Can I bring a friend to a Meetup?

You can bring friends, but ensure to RSVP for each person. Organizers need an accurate headcount for effective event planning.

How do I RSVP for an event?

RSVP through the event page on Meetup to confirm your participation. This helps organizers prepare accordingly and ensures you're accounted for.

Are events well-organized?

Event quality can vary as they are organized by independent hosts on Meetup. Hosts strive to provide well-run events but recognize variability in experience.

What if an event is cancelled?

Occasionally events may cancel based on host availability or participation levels. Always check Meetup for real-time updates on event status.

Can I find craft swaps on Meetup?

Yes, craft swaps can be found or even organized via Meetup. Search for them in the crafting group events based in San Francisco.

Does Meetup offer 1-on-1 crafting lessons?

Meetup focuses on group activities rather than 1-on-1 lessons. However, participating in a group might connect you with individuals who provide private sessions.

Craft Workshops San Francisco

Woodworking Workshop

Tue, Aug 11, 1:00 AM

From Noisebridge Hackerspace

4.8

-please read the whole updated description!- Come to work on your own projects and get some feedback from your fellow woodchucks. We have a planer, drill presses, hand tools, a table saw, and much more! ###################### **starting June 8 we will be taking a break from the intensive power tool trainings provided in previous sessions.** For the next few weeks we want to use wood night as a time for actively working on projects and designing ideas for your projects. Happy to help with some guided use of the tools, but for now no full training will be offered. If you are new to the woodshop you are still welcome to join, just know that we will not provide a full training on the tools. If you have significant experience using a Tablesaw, mitre saw, planer etc then this should not be an issue. We do have some scrap wood available, but bringing some wood for your project, especially if it is larger or more crafty, is highly encouraged. We recommend getting your wood at Lowe’s (cheaper) Discount builders supply (closer to NB) or Beronio (higher quality and carry lots of hardwoods). Please feel free to ask questions on the discord if you are unsure about what to get for your project.

2 attendees

Open House / Open Build / Open Repair Projects Workshop

Sat, Aug 22, 1:30 AM

From Circuit Launch

4.8

Our monthly Circuit Launch Oakland "Open House" evening for everyone, fun for the whole family! Join us every third Friday evening of the month: **○ Robot, AI and Electronics Projects:** Start a project, continue a project or discover one here: we provide the space, tools and peer learning – you bring your project and enthusiasm! **○ Repair Projects:** Fixit Clinic's monthly residency at Circuit Launch: bring your repair projects – electronic gadgets, appliances, computers, toys, etc.– for consultation, assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. We’ll provide workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item. First-time repairers and “Fixing Families” are heartily invited. Learn more at [https://www.fixitclinic.org/](https://www.fixitclinic.org/) **○ Tech Topic Discussions and Practice:** join the AI thought leadership practise group for lively conversation: Come share your knowledge -- or your lack thereof: all experience levels welcome. It's definitely worth a visit if you've never been here: tour Circuit Launch and see all the exciting companies and projects in progress. – U18s heartily welcome with a participating adult. – Equipment use outside of the soldering and debugging gear requires certification. Looking forward to seeing you this third Friday!

6 attendees

Workshop: Looking Again Discovering Hidden Images with artist Nikolaus Rauch

Sun, Aug 16, 7:30 PM

From First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco

5.0

Inspired by the exhibition M-irror & W-Alls, participants are invited to explore how we perceive images, surfaces, and visual traces. Using selected details from Nikolaus Rauch’s artworks, we will experiment with observation, interpretation, drawing, and color. The workshop is not about artistic skill but about discovering how people see different things in the same image. Together we will create small visual responses, share observations, and discuss how meaning emerges through perception. No prior artistic experience is required. \-\-\-\-\-\-\- [Urban Echoes: Experience Nikolaus Rauch's Captivating Exhibition!](https://www.uusf.org/art) You're invited to experience a captivating new exhibition by artist Nikolaus Rauch: M-irror & W-Alls. **The exhibit is available to view and visit in the King Rooms from June 24 to August 17**.

3 attendees

Open House / Open Build / Open Repair Projects Workshop

Sat, Sep 19, 1:30 AM

From Circuit Launch

4.8

Our monthly Circuit Launch Oakland "Open House" evening for everyone, fun for the whole family! Join us every third Friday evening of the month: **○ Robot, AI and Electronics Projects:** Start a project, continue a project or discover one here: we provide the space, tools and peer learning – you bring your project and enthusiasm! **○ Repair Projects:** Fixit Clinic's monthly residency at Circuit Launch: bring your repair projects – electronic gadgets, appliances, computers, toys, etc.– for consultation, assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. We’ll provide workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item. First-time repairers and “Fixing Families” are heartily invited. Learn more at [https://www.fixitclinic.org/](https://www.fixitclinic.org/) **○ Tech Topic Discussions and Practice:** join the AI thought leadership practise group for lively conversation: Come share your knowledge -- or your lack thereof: all experience levels welcome. It's definitely worth a visit if you've never been here: tour Circuit Launch and see all the exciting companies and projects in progress. – U18s heartily welcome with a participating adult. – Equipment use outside of the soldering and debugging gear requires certification. Looking forward to seeing you this third Friday!

3 attendees

Woodworking Workshop

Tue, Aug 18, 1:00 AM

From Noisebridge Hackerspace

4.8

-please read the whole updated description!- Come to work on your own projects and get some feedback from your fellow woodchucks. We have a planer, drill presses, hand tools, a table saw, and much more! ###################### **starting June 8 we will be taking a break from the intensive power tool trainings provided in previous sessions.** For the next few weeks we want to use wood night as a time for actively working on projects and designing ideas for your projects. Happy to help with some guided use of the tools, but for now no full training will be offered. If you are new to the woodshop you are still welcome to join, just know that we will not provide a full training on the tools. If you have significant experience using a Tablesaw, mitre saw, planer etc then this should not be an issue. We do have some scrap wood available, but bringing some wood for your project, especially if it is larger or more crafty, is highly encouraged. We recommend getting your wood at Lowe’s (cheaper) Discount builders supply (closer to NB) or Beronio (higher quality and carry lots of hardwoods). Please feel free to ask questions on the discord if you are unsure about what to get for your project.

1 attendee

Join Us For BAIDDF Artist Panel Sat Aug. 15th at 12PM!!

Sat, Aug 15, 7:00 PM

From Berkeley/Oakland Deaf ASL Meetup!

4.8

Don’t miss the BAIDDF 2026 Artist Panel on Saturday August 15th at 12PM PT! The artists have so many stories to share, and this is your opportunity to learn more about who is performing at the BAIDDF! Ways to join us: \*In person at San Francisco Disability Cultural Center: 165 Grove Street, San Francisco CA (Civic Center BART) \*Zoom (Spanish Voice and English voice channels offered) \*Watch the livestream, Youtube: @UrbanJazzDanceCompany Facebook Live: @UrbanJazzDance Register for In Person or Zoom on our website: [https://www.realurbanjazzdance.com/2026baiddf.html](https://www.realurbanjazzdance.com/2026baiddf.html) Can’t wait to see you there! #BAIDDF2026 [CONTENT DESCRIPTION: A promotional graphic for the 2026 Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival Artist Panel appears on a dark neon pink background. Across the top, white text reads 2026 BAY AREA INTERNATIONAL DEAF DANCE FESTIVAL. Below that, large gold text reads ARTIST PANEL. At the center is a group photo of festival artists surrounded by a soft pink-peach and gold glowing halo. Centered over the lower part of the photo, large gold text reads Meet the Artists. Below the photo\, to the right\, gold text reads Saturday\, August 15\. White text underneath reads 12 PM PT \| Hybrid Event \| Audience Q&A\. Another white line reads Access: ASL\, International Sign\, English\, & Spanish\. Below that\, white and bright blue text reads Register at RealUrbanJazzDance\.com\. To left\, Gold text reads San Francisco Disability Cultural Center\, followed by white text reading 165 Grove St\, SF\, CA 94102\. At the bottom\, blue and red text reads Facebook: @UrbanJazzDance and YouTube: @UrbanJazzDanceCompany\. A gold strip runs across the bottom edge and contains logos and access icons including sign language interpretation, Closed Captioning, Deaf Spotlight, San Francisco Disability Cultural Center, Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival, Urban Jazz Dance Company, Intersection for the Arts, wheelchair access, and Spanish language interpretation. END CONTENT DESCRIPTION]

1 attendee

Free Adult Workshops Taught By BAIDDF Artists on Fri Aug. 14th, 10am-1pm!

Fri, Aug 14, 5:00 PM

From Berkeley/Oakland Deaf ASL Meetup!

4.8

Join for Free Adult Workshops taught by BAIDDF Deaf Artists on Friday Aug 14th from 10am-1pm! \* TurkIsaret Dili Ile Yoga (Yoga with Turkish Sign Language) taught by Eda Tavaci (Turkey) \* Safe Space Burlesque taught by Balie Vincent \* Introduction to Contemporary Floorwork + Spiral taught by Anna Gichan PUSH Sanctuary - 447 Minna St. SF (Powell BART) Bring comfortable clothes and your water bottles! RealUrbanJazzDance.com/2026baiddf.html #BAIDDF2026 [Content Descriptions: A purple background with light orange hexagon accents and a rectangle containing the UJDC and BAIDDF logos top right. In pale pink text from top to bottom: “BAIDDF 2026 Workshops. Location: PUSH Sanctuary 447 Minna St San Francisco, CA 94103 Come join our 14th Annual Bay Area International Deaf Dance Festival Workshops taught by Deaf Artists! Friday August 14th, 10AM - 1PM PST. [To the left of an image of Eda, wearing a black top hat and black suit, leaning against a white wall in a light orange hexagon frame] Türk İşaret Dili ile Yoga (Yoga with Turkish Sign Language) with Eda Tavaci (Turkey). [A pale pink ‘free’ sticker is next to the image.] [To the right of an image of Bailey, with long brown curly hair, a barely visible top and strap, against a dark background in a light orange hexagon frame] Safe Space Burlesque with Bailey Vincent. [A pale pink ‘free’ sticker is next to the image.] [To the left of an image of Anna, wearing a red long sleeved top, black pants and socks posing with one leg up and arms behind her back, against a white background in a light orange hexagon frame] Introduction to Contemporary Floorwork + Spirals with Anna Gichan. [A pale pink ‘free’ sticker is next to the image.] All workshops and presentations are open to both Deaf and Hearing! More details are on our website: [www.realurbanjazzdance.com](http://www.realurbanjazzdance.com). Fiscally sponsored by Intersection for the Arts.” [Intersection for the Arts logo is below text]. The PUSH, wheelchair and interpreter logos are bottom right of the flyer. End Content Description]

1 attendee

Woodworking Workshop

Tue, Aug 25, 1:00 AM

From Noisebridge Hackerspace

4.8

-please read the whole updated description!- Come to work on your own projects and get some feedback from your fellow woodchucks. We have a planer, drill presses, hand tools, a table saw, and much more! ###################### **starting June 8 we will be taking a break from the intensive power tool trainings provided in previous sessions.** For the next few weeks we want to use wood night as a time for actively working on projects and designing ideas for your projects. Happy to help with some guided use of the tools, but for now no full training will be offered. If you are new to the woodshop you are still welcome to join, just know that we will not provide a full training on the tools. If you have significant experience using a Tablesaw, mitre saw, planer etc then this should not be an issue. We do have some scrap wood available, but bringing some wood for your project, especially if it is larger or more crafty, is highly encouraged. We recommend getting your wood at Lowe’s (cheaper) Discount builders supply (closer to NB) or Beronio (higher quality and carry lots of hardwoods). Please feel free to ask questions on the discord if you are unsure about what to get for your project.

1 attendee

🎨Mussle Rock! Paint-Out & Sketch Meetup

Mon, Aug 10, 4:45 PM

From Bay Area Plein Air Painters

5.0

**Rocks, rolling waves, distant hills, wildlife, and beautiful coastal light.** Join us this Monday to sketch, paint, and enjoy the outdoors while exploring Pacifica’s beautiful coastline. We will be painting at [Mussel Rock](https://www.californiabeaches.com/beach/mussel-rock-park-beach/), it’ll be great if we get to see the hang gliders in action! This is a relaxed, no-pressure meetup for artists of all skill levels. Arrive when you can, leave whenever you’d like, and paint at your own pace. The goal is simply to spend time outdoors, improve our skills, and enjoy painting together. Check each week’s event for the current meeting location. We hope to see you there! 🌊🎨

3 attendees

🎨 Paint-Out & Sketch Meetup

Mon, Aug 17, 4:30 PM

From Bay Area Plein Air Painters

5.0

**Rocks, rolling waves, distant hills, wildlife, and beautiful coastal light.** Join us every Monday to sketch, paint, and enjoy the outdoors while exploring Pacifica’s beautiful coastline. We’ll rotate between scenic locations such as [Rockaway Beach](https://www.visitpacifica.com/things-to-do/rockaway-beach), [Mori Point](https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/moripoint.htm), [Linda Mar Beach](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=524), [Mussel Rock](https://www.californiabeaches.com/beach/mussel-rock-park-beach/), and other nearby favorites, giving us fresh subjects and new inspiration each week. From dramatic cliffs and rolling waves to wildlife, coastal light, beaches, and ocean views, every location offers something unique. Whether you enjoy landscapes, seascapes, urban sketching, or simply practicing outdoors, you’ll find plenty to inspire you. This is a relaxed, no-pressure meetup for artists of all skill levels. Arrive when you can, leave whenever you’d like, and paint at your own pace. The goal is simply to spend time outdoors, improve our skills, and enjoy painting together. Check each week’s event for the current meeting location. We hope to see you there! 🌊🎨

1 attendee

Comics & Board Games Creative Workshop

Thu, Aug 27, 2:00 AM

From Bay Area Comics & Board Game Creators Meetup

**Comics & Board Games Creative Workshop** **Every Wednesday • 6:00 PM • Berkeley** **Have an idea for a comic, graphic novel, board game, card game, RPG, or creative project?** **Or maybe you’ve always wanted to make something but didn’t know where to start.** **This is a weekly creative workshop for people who want to build ideas, develop projects, and create alongside other artists, writers, and game designers in a supportive, structured environment.** **You don’t need experience.** **You just need curiosity.** **What We’ll Do** **Every Wednesday we’ll work through the creative process together.** **Creative Warm-Up** **We’ll start with prompts, brainstorming, sketching, storytelling, and idea generation to get inspired—without the pressure to immediately make something.** **Community Project** **Together we’ll create a collaborative comic, board game, zine, or other creative project. We’ll learn by making something as a team while exploring different parts of the creative process.** **Personal Studio Time** **The second half of the evening is dedicated to your own project. I’ll facilitate discussions, answer questions, help brainstorm ideas, offer feedback, and guide everyone through the next steps in their creative process.** **Throughout the month we’ll explore topics like:** * **Finding ideas** * **Storytelling** * **Character creation** * **Worldbuilding** * **Comic layouts** * **Board game mechanics** * **Visual design** * **Prototyping** * **Playtesting** * **Creative feedback** **What’s Included** * **Four Wednesday workshops each month** * **Guided facilitation and creative coaching** * **Creative exercises and brainstorming** * **Group collaboration** * **Constructive feedback** * **Paper and workshop materials** * **A welcoming creative community** **Bring your sketchbook, notebook, laptop, tablet, pencils, or whatever you enjoy creating with.** **I’ll bring extra paper.** **Feel free to bring a store-bought, prepackaged snack or drink to share.** **Looking for a Host** **We’re looking for a quiet, welcoming home in Berkeley where a small group can gather every Wednesday evening.** **If you have a living room, dining room, studio, or other comfortable space and would enjoy hosting, I’d love to hear from you.** **Cost** **$50 per month** **(One month = four Wednesday workshops.)** **Interested?** **Text Brenna at 510-987-6579 to learn more, ask questions, or volunteer to host.** **Let’s build a creative community—and make some amazing comics and games together.**

1 attendee

Comics & Board Games Creative Workshop

Thu, Aug 13, 2:00 AM

From Bay Area Comics & Board Game Creators Meetup

**Comics & Board Games Creative Workshop** **Every Wednesday • 6:00 PM • Berkeley** **Have an idea for a comic, graphic novel, board game, card game, RPG, or creative project?** **Or maybe you’ve always wanted to make something but didn’t know where to start.** **This is a weekly creative workshop for people who want to build ideas, develop projects, and create alongside other artists, writers, and game designers in a supportive, structured environment.** **You don’t need experience.** **You just need curiosity.** **What We’ll Do** **Every Wednesday we’ll work through the creative process together.** **Creative Warm-Up** **We’ll start with prompts, brainstorming, sketching, storytelling, and idea generation to get inspired—without the pressure to immediately make something.** **Community Project** **Together we’ll create a collaborative comic, board game, zine, or other creative project. We’ll learn by making something as a team while exploring different parts of the creative process.** **Personal Studio Time** **The second half of the evening is dedicated to your own project. I’ll facilitate discussions, answer questions, help brainstorm ideas, offer feedback, and guide everyone through the next steps in their creative process.** **Throughout the month we’ll explore topics like:** * **Finding ideas** * **Storytelling** * **Character creation** * **Worldbuilding** * **Comic layouts** * **Board game mechanics** * **Visual design** * **Prototyping** * **Playtesting** * **Creative feedback** **What’s Included** * **Four Wednesday workshops each month** * **Guided facilitation and creative coaching** * **Creative exercises and brainstorming** * **Group collaboration** * **Constructive feedback** * **Paper and workshop materials** * **A welcoming creative community** **Bring your sketchbook, notebook, laptop, tablet, pencils, or whatever you enjoy creating with.** **I’ll bring extra paper.** **Feel free to bring a store-bought, prepackaged snack or drink to share.** **Looking for a Host** **We’re looking for a quiet, welcoming home in Berkeley where a small group can gather every Wednesday evening.** **If you have a living room, dining room, studio, or other comfortable space and would enjoy hosting, I’d love to hear from you.** **Cost** **$50 per month** **(One month = four Wednesday workshops.)** **Interested?** **Text Brenna at 510-987-6579 to learn more, ask questions, or volunteer to host.** **Let’s build a creative community—and make some amazing comics and games together.**

1 attendee