Our July Central Indiana DIY & Crafting Club Meetup was a small one, but it was still a very enjoyable afternoon together.
Summer is a busy time, and although seven people had registered, my husband was the only registered participant able to attend. Two additional crafters who had received the meetup information also decided to join us, giving us a group of four including me.
Everyone brought something different to work on. I continued building a miniature, while the others worked on a model kit, a diamond-painting project, and cross-stitch. It was exactly what I hoped these bring-your-own-project meetups would be: a relaxed space where people can bring whatever they enjoy, spread out their supplies, and spend a few hours creating alongside others.
One participant preferred not to be photographed, so the pictures only show part of our group. I always want everyone to feel comfortable attending, whether or not they choose to be included in photos.
A smaller group gave us plenty of room to work and more time to talk, share ideas, and see what everyone else was making. I was especially glad that two people who had not registered still remembered the meetup information and came to join us.
Even with a smaller summer turnout, I still consider the afternoon a success. Three people chose to spend part of their Sunday crafting with me, and we had a comfortable, creative afternoon together. Sometimes a successful meetup is not about filling every chair. It is simply about providing a welcoming place where people can create, connect, and enjoy their hobbies together.
My August Robotime meetup, where kits will be provided, is already full with two people on the waitlist. I plan to try one more bring-your-own-project meetup in September to get a better sense of the interest in continuing these casual no-kit gatherings.
