While knitting has never gone away completely, this latest reincarnation is less about the make-do and mend of the 1940s and 1950s, and more about making a statement about individuality and developing a sense of community.
One club, Loose Ends, even pairs up local crafters with unfinished projects from those who have died or become disabled.
In January 2008, the knitting club for Imperial College London was set up, aptly named 'Knit Sock' (pun intended).
Common meeting places are usually local yarn shops, and as in the UK, Stitch 'n Bitch clubs are very popular within the United States.
[5] Many yarn shops offer free help to knitters and crocheters, regardless of whether they are part of the local club or not.