Yesterday, my knitting group - the Worsted Witches - came together to celebrate our co-founder Jess’ birthday with a cozy brunch at Union and Finch in Allentown. It was a snowy Sunday, and while we cut it close with the incoming storm, we made it home just in time to burrow under blankets, watch the snow accumulate, and let our knitting needles click away.
As I reflect on the gathering, especially on today—Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Inauguration Day—I’m reminded of how much finding “my people” has meant to me. These are the connections that make even the most uncertain times feel a little more bearable.
Knitting, crocheting, and other fiber arts have taken off in recent years, but they’re still niche enough that you don’t just randomly run into fellow crafters on the street as often as you might think. That’s what makes this group so special. I’m not someone who collects people; I value a few close friendships and treasure a wider circle of friendly acquaintances. But this group? These people are quickly coming to mean the world to me.
Even my husband, Scott, commented about how great the turnouts for our events have been lately. The energy is always positive, the conversations flow easily, and everyone seems genuinely happy to be together. As the co-creator of this group and one of its main event planners, it brings me so much joy to find reasons to gather regularly and manage both the online and in-person communities. For many of us, these moments serve as a much-needed escape from the larger world when it all feels like too much.
And on days like today, when we’re all looking for hope and ways to move forward, I think about how important it is to find your people. Whether it’s through a shared hobby or simply a shared need for connection, these relationships remind us we’re not alone.
The Worsted Witches are always ready to welcome new members with open arms, warm hugs, and brunch ideas. If you’re looking for a place to belong, we’d love to have you.
I’ll leave you with these words from Martin Luther King, Jr., which feel especially poignant today:
"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."
Here’s to infinite hope—and the joy of finding your people.