Yarnbombing Belfast

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About Yarnbombing Belfast

As part of August Craft Month 2010, Yarn bombing is just one of the skills featured in craft month, organised by Craft NI. Find out more at www.craftni.org/augustcraftmonth

The idea of yarn bombing or 'graffiti knitting' originates from the US, where knitters decided to find new and creative ways of using leftover material.

"Belfast, with its historical position as the hub of the linen industry, is an ideal place for people to rediscover the joy of working with textiles to make their own, unique products. The city is known for its colourful murals and street art.

"Yarn bombing is an extension of this communal and collaborative process of adding colour and interest through exploring familiar locations through the eyes of an artist."

The practice has really taken off, with artists and craftspeople throughout the world using knitted and crocheted materials to add splashes of colour and texture to their built environment.

Knitting and crocheting groups have been formed throughout the world as a reaction to the mass production of cheap garments, the destruction of old skills and the commercial exploitation of third-world communities.

This project is just one of more than 40 events taking place during the month. Its theme is "Slow Movement" and the focus is on spending time to rediscover skills.

Find out more at www.craftni.org/augustcraftmonth

http://www.craftni.org/augustcraftmonth