The divine Elvis Robertson of Lovely Textiles sent me a link to these images she has posted on Flickr. She has been leaving these pom-poms in familiar places -they decorate the scenery of her childhood and other memories.
If you have plans to start yarn bombing in 2009, be sure to check out Grrl+Dog’s recent post on Packing Your Guerilla Knit Kit. It is a good overview on all the tools you need to begin bombing. She has invited anyone who is interested to join the Global Guerilla Knit Challenge (you can read about it here) and post links on the internet by February 23rd. I can’t wait to see what sorts of things people post that day!
ah,i LOVE this! its beautiful.
we also are shouting out for yarn bombing from all over the world for the UKDIY project here: http://flickr.com/groups/1000721@N23/
and you can read more about it on our blog artyarn.blogspot.com
rach x
Leanne thanks so much for this – I’m glad you like my pom-poms! xx
Thank you for bringing this bizarre art form to my attention. I thought I had seen it all in the graffiti world… until today. I commend you for your non-destructive creativity and hope you are able to find acceptance in our society.
A recent article (linked in my blog) mentions the use of “covers for stop signs”. I would suggest developing a code of ethics for your movement about which targets are acceptable. Stop signs actually save lives their absence may harm life.
Enjoy your movement!
DTagr
Hi DTagr,
We share your concerns – and we should be more specific with our wording! What we meant by a stop sign cozy is a cover for the pole, not the sign. In our book, Yarn Bombing, we have a section reminding taggers to be mindful of safety concerns – obscuring a sign is never something we would recommend.
Thanks for your comment and the encouragement!
Leanne
Hi. My friend just sent me the yarnbombing link, I think this is awesome!
I am a recently self taught crocheter so I might start with the odd pompom here and there. This is very cute and very sneaky. Most pleasing.
Amy Elf.
Thanks Amy,
Yes, if you are just learning how to crochet – a pom pom can be a great way to start. I love how Elvis’ pompoms use really unique colour combinations. The blue and green ones look like a fuzzy planet earth to me!
Leanne