If you’re looking for a new hobby, I have one you might
enjoy: yarn bombing. Also called “yarn storming” or “knit-fiti,” yarn bombing
is a kinder, gentler form of graffiti. The first yarn bombers were knitters in
the Houston area in the 1990’s, looking for a creative way to use leftover wool
and unfinished projects. Today, there are yarn bombers all over the world. They
cover doorknobs, tree trunks, lamp posts, etc. with knitted and crocheted “cozies.”
Unlike most graffiti artists, yarn bombers ask permission from the property
owners before creating their art. Their artwork never damages the items they
decorate. They use natural yarns instead of synthetic. If the cozies aren’t
removed, they’ll simply biodegrade. Yarn bombing brings color, warmth and
whimsy to drab urban landscapes. If you don’t already know how to knit or
crochet, now’s a great time to start. Yarn Bombing Day is June 11. There’s
plenty of time to learn.
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