The KNIT CamBRIDGE project is the brainchild of Sue Sturdy, an fiber artist based in Cambridge, Ontario. Cambridge used to be a major textile production and manufacturing hub in Ontario, and her project was designed to mark and remind residents of that often-forgotten history. The idea was simple: cover Cambridge’s historic Main Street bridge with textiles – specifically, knitted textiles. (Although some crochet did sneak into the project, the vast majority of the thousands of pieces were indeed knitted.) The work started in April of 2009, and was completed on September 11, 2010, when 16,000 zip ties were used to wrap the bridge in knitwear. Over 1,000 knitters from all over the world contributed – from the Cambridge area, from further afield in Canada, from the US, and from as far away as New Zealand. The oldest knitter participating was 103, the youngest 5. And it wasn’t just women, as some expected – a significant number of contributions came from men. Bob Miller, a retired lawyer, proudly contributed his first completed knitting project. Some of the knitting was new, created especially for the bridge; other pieces were repurposed. Marg Grapes contributed pieces of a fireplace cover she knit (but never got around to assembling) in the 1960s. Another knitter contributed an unworn scarf she had knitted for her then-boyfriend when she was a student at University of Toronto in the 1970s. Bill Wellsman, a local resident who used to walk the bridge every day, was memorialized by his wife with a contribution, embroidered with his name. When we spoke by phone, Sue told me she is thrilled and amazed by the way the larger knitting community came together to complete the collaborative work of art – and not just in the knitting, but also in the assembly and mounting. She stresses that everyone deserves to share in the credit and accolades she is receiving. A list of contributors is here. And the community has wholeheartedly embraced the project – one resident commented that it was like the bridge had been given a hug. Visitors to the city are loving it – they are utterly taken aback by the collaborative transformation. Sue says that even the few who voiced doubts at the start of the project – about its feasibility, its practicality, and perhaps even her sanity – have all taken their words back. Even after the installation and official unveiling, pieces are still being contributed. A colleague of Sue’s proudly gave her a pair of socks to be added just this week. The bridge cozy will be in place until September 27th. At that time, the pieces will be taken down, cleaned, and refashioned into scarves that will be sold to raise money for charity. Other pieces will be shaped into blankets to be donated to shelters in the Cambridge area. If you’re in the Cambridge area, do make a point of going to see it, and if you’ve got time on the 27th, volunteers are needed to help take down the pieces and prepare them for cleaning and eventual donation.
Yarn bomb by the Thirsk Yarn Bombers. Photo by @LittleMiss_Tink. p.s. I'd be all over those green glitter boots if they came in my size! Note to shoemakers, make funky, glittery girl's shoes in women's sizes ... off you go!
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I’m so excited to present this series of semi-solid colourways for the SweetGeorgia sock yarns as a dye-to-order series. Available in the Superwash Sock or the slightly thicker, Superwash Sport, we’ll be dyeing as many skeins of these colours as you like. Over time, I’m looking to expand the series and also add back our more variegated colourways. I know that knitters want what they want when they want it, so I’m hoping to provide this option to many of you. From left to right: China Doll, Raspberry, Pistachio, Saffron, Tourmaline, Orchid, Boysenberry.
Normalynn Ablao swaps starch for fiber in her crocheted pantry staples. The California-based crafter shapes penne, coils of spaghetti, and stuffed tortellini, creating piles of yellow pasta from tightly looped yarn. Whether crocheting individual macaroni or ricotta-and-sauce-filled lasagna, the textured designs have a compelling resemblance to their edible counterparts. Ablao shares an extensive archive of patterns for baked goods, snacks, and other fare on her site and Etsy. You also might enjoy similar fiber-based food by Lucy Sparrow, Kate Jenkins, and Trevor Smith. More
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Make your own beautiful, colorful skirt guards! Use your imagination, and brighten up your bicycle and the streets! The pattern is made for 28 inch wheels, but can easily be adjusted to smaller (or larger) wheels. In the pattern there is a clue about how to make an opening for the lock of your bike if needed. Stitches used, are slip stitch, single crochet, double crochet and chain. It is important to check the gauge, before you start with the pattern. Your bike needs to have fenders; then it is easy to attach the skirt guards to your bicycle. The PDF-pattern is available via 'instant download'. (Both English and Dutch pattern) Thank you for visiting my shop!
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***DIGITAL PRODUCT NOTHING IS MAILED PATTERN PDF TO DOWNLOAD ONLY!*** INTRODUCING “THE SERGED DREAM COAT!” PATTERN NOTHING IS MAILED THIS IS A DIGITAL PRODUCT! This beyond stunning garment is NOT your average crochet; NINE months in the making, & over 185 hours of editing!! AVAILABLE IN BOTH ENGLISH AND FRENCH USING US TERMS (IF YOU NEED FRENCH, PLEASE MESSAGE ME AFTER PURCHASE!) *ce modèle est egalement disponible en francais , si vous préférez acquérir cette version , merci de me contacter via ma messagerie* Designed to mimic those work of art reclaimed sweater coats for a whimsical fairy feel! There is even a color planning image for you to plan out the unlimited color schemes you could work this in! **Now includes changes for 2X/3X (up to 50" bust and 40" waist through stitch changes), and notes to size down to Child's size 8-14 through yarn and hook changes!** Sized for bust 36-46”/waist 30-40” & has 32 pages of the most complete amount of info I think you can expect to find in a pattern w/ photos galore! Tested by my pickiest tester’s, I stand behind it’s quality. You’ll need about 3000-3500 yards of worsted weight yarn, though we found a lighter worsted was the best choice. Use whatever hook gets you proper gauge, but I’ve used an F (3.75mm). This is a confident intermediate level pattern. The stitches are simple, nothing fancy: sc, sl st, hdc, and decreasing, but it is not a few days project either. I’ve designed a cool technique to mimic serged seams using NO SEWING. The only thing you have to sew on this is a hood seam and buttons <3 NOW INCLUDES PIXIE HOOD OPTION! Added into the pdf! Will require about an additional 350 yards of yarn if you choose this option! The amazing buttons shown on the project are from ETSY! I have employed the artist many times and the work is farily priced and impeccable! She will custom color them to your project too! Find her here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShuliDesigns Questions? You can message me here. Between myself and my testers, I am sure we can help you! Edited to Add: Katwise and her upcycled sweaters were a great part of the inspiration for this crocheted jacket! I was unsure if stating her name outright was the proper thing to do as I didn't want to imply that I was affiliated with her art in anything beyond inspiration! I sadly do not sew, so do not own any of her patterns. BUT, I spoke to someone who does own one of her patterns and they made aware that in her patterns, she does state she likes her name to be stated as credit for inspirations. So, knowing that is the preference I would like to do so! Her machine sewn pieced sweaters are beyond amazing! But, I am sure you already know that! Check her out here: http://katwise.com/ You can sell anything you make from the pattern, that YOU the original pattern purchaser, made with your own two hands. No contract labor or mass productions allowed. If you do sell, I would so appreciate a pattern credit! Please respect the hard work that went into this and do not share the pattern in part or whole, by any means, electronically, written, verbal or otherwise. By purchasing the pattern you agree to these terms. If you share the photo for sales opportunities, please state that it is a representation of the pattern, and not your own work, linking to this pattern <3 As this is a pdf download, there are no refunds, but you won’t want one lol, it’s too pretty! Thank you so much! Much Love and Yarn, Stephanie
While I was in New York last week, I had the opportunity to go to a few museums--the Museum of Modern Art, The American Folk Art Museum (There are two of them; I visited both.), and the Museum of Art and Design. I will be posting pictures of fiber/textile art (and a bit of other "stuff" I found interesting) over the next week or so. Yet to come...stunning quilts from "The Year of the Quilt" exhibits at the American Folk Art Museum and fabulous tapestries from the Museum of Art and Design. The following pieces come from an exhibit called “The Global Africa Project.” (You can click on any picture to get a close up.) For those of you who love beads and beading, these first pieces are a real treat. Joyce Scott (United States, b. 1948) had several pieces in the exhibit. The first piece is “Voices” created in 1993 from glass beads, thread, chain, and synthetic faceted disks. “Lovers” (neckpiece) was made in 2002 from glass beads and thread. “Red Hot” (2010)—Diagonal bead weaving over teapot form. (Sorry the picture is a bit blurry.) These two framed pictures are quite substantial in size. They are each made up of thousands and thousands of beads of all shapes, sizes, and colors. I am a beginning beader, so you can only imagine my fascination with them! I think I stood (in awe) and stared at them for at least twenty minutes. The label by the framed pieces said, “Ubuhle Beads; Artist: Noluvuya Niza (South Africa, b. 1985) under guidance of master beader Mangutshana Nontanga (South Africa, b. 1967).” I didn't think you could tell the amount of work involved unless you got a couple of close up shots. I'm still amazed when I look at them. The piece above is called Umontho (Wealth), 2008 and is made of fabric and glass beads. Ubuhle Beads was established in 2000 by Ntombephi Ntombela and Bev Gibson in South Africa who (in 2002) opened a retail outlet and a restaurant in the KwanZulu-Natal Midlands. Ntombela, the chief beader, has taught beading skills to over 200 women, who create beaded pictures as well as jewelry. These skills provide a path to economic independence. In addition, a percentage of the profit from sales is used for community improvements in housing, education, and medical awareness. I had to get a couple of close ups of this one too. The piece above is called “Fame,” 2007; made with fabric and glass beads by artist Bongiswa Ntobela (South Africa 1968-2009). Nophumzile Mangali of South Africa made this next piece which is “Untitled” in 2003-2004. It is made of glass beads, thread, fabric, stuffing, and wire armature. Mangali is associated with the South African-based collaborative Monkey Biz which celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2010. A community of more than 450 bead artists, Monkey Biz focuses on women’s economic empowerment and health development in South Africa. Departing from the culture of mass produced curio craft, each Monkey Biz artwork is unique and is signed by the artists, ensuring that individual artists receive recognition for their work. All of the profits from the sales of artworks are reinvested back into community services, including weekly soup kitchens, yoga and drama, as well as a burial fund for artists and their families. These two quilt--kawandis--were created by Siddi women for family members from pieces of old clothing collected by the quilters. A cotton sari forms the backing of the kwandis and quilters stitch around the shape of the sari fixing the patches with a running back stitch that eventually covers the entire quilt. The stitches exhibit a distinctive rhythm that is part of the “visual signature” of each quilter. The artist chooses the colors, sizes, shapes, and designs of the cloth patches. (Artists—Ramijab Madarsahib and Kairumbi Karimsahib (India).) Aren't the colors and designs interesting. They make me smile. Algernon Miller (United States, b. 1945) in collaboration with Sanaa Gateja (Uganda, b. 1950) and the Kwetu Afrika Womens Association Angels—KAWAA created “Change” in 2010. It is made entirely from beads fabricated from recycled Barack Obama presidential campaign literature. This piece is extremely large and dense. I cannot imagine how long it must have taken to make. This is a close up of the beads which make up this entire piece. I have made a few paper and fabric beads in my time, and it is no quick task. This piece was spectacular! This picture is of the fringe at the bottom of the piece. I guess you can tell I was just fascinated with it all! This is another really large piece—that and the graphic black and white of the piece grabbed my attention first. I thought it had been printed with all these different symbols, but each symbol is appliqued to the background fabric. The piece is called “The Invisible Masters” and was dated 2008. It was made by Rachid Koraichi (France, b. Algeria, 1947). Rachid said, “I want to demonstrate that the world of Islam, in contrast to contemporary perceptions of crisis and violence, has another side entirely, evident in the tolerant, sophisticated writings of the great Muslim thinkers and poets. While these “Masters” may no longer be present, I want to reveal their imprint on succeeding generations. Their message as relevant today as it was when first written down.” This close up gives you a better idea of the hand work involved in making this large piece. “Golden Crown” was made in 2010 by Xenobia Bailey (United States, b. 1958). It is made of cotton, acrylic yarn, and metallic thread. I absolutely loved the colors and the whimsical nature of this hat. (I got “yelled at” for taking this picture; I forgot to turn off my flash! Oooops!) “Tall, Multi-colored Royal Crown for the Urban Wizard”, 2009, was also made by Xenobia Bailey. It is made of cotton and acrylic yarn. I can't say enough about the exhibits at this museum. If you get a chance to go, definitely do. If you don't, I hope you have enjoyed a little piece of the wonderful works on display there. Let me know what you think. Which piece is your favorite?
