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Philly Knits

A free fiber arts group for knitters, crocheters, weavers and sewers at every skill level. Members meet at various places around the city and online, and the group posts volunteer requests from local charities.

  • Free
  • Newcomers welcome
  • Online OK

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What they do

Join a meetup, take on a volunteer request from a local charity, or start a meetup in your own neighborhood.

Who it is for

Who can join
Open to anyone
Who is there
Adults of any age

When and where

Meets at various places in Philadelphia and online, with no fixed weekly time on the group's site. The site points people to its Meetup page to find upcoming meetups.

Various locations in Philadelphia, and online

We do not have a meeting place for this group yet.

You can join online.

Your first visit

Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.

First step: Email Lynn Landes to ask about the next meetup, or join one from the Meetup page the group links to..

What to expect

The group's site does not describe a typical meetup, so check the Meetup page for the next date and place. Meetups cover knitting, crocheting, weaving and sewing, and all skill levels are welcome.

Tips for your first visit

  • For the beginner Learn to Knit lessons, the site lists starter supplies: two balls of yarn, two size 8 needles about 9 inches long, a tapestry needle and small scissors.

Newcomer welcome

Welcoming to newcomers (4 out of 5). Why we say this: The site says all skill levels are welcome, offers self-paced beginner lessons, and explains how to join..

Cost and commitment

Cost
Free. Free

Access and languages

Wheelchair access
We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
Languages spoken
We do not know yet which languages are spoken.

Requirements

We found no special requirements. Ask the group if you are not sure.

How to reach them

We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.

Sources and last check

Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.

Last seen active
September 2023 (See the evidence)
Last checked by our team
October 8, 2026
Status
May have gone quiet
Our confidence in this listing
Medium

This group may have gone quiet. Ask before you go.

  • phillyknits.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, What they do, Schedule, Cost, First step, Contacts, Status, Last sign of life
  • phillyknits.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: First step, First visit tips, What to expect
  • phillyknits.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Status
  • phillyknits.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Status

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