I just realized that I can squeeze more joy from a yarnbomb if I make it, install it and then take it down and re-install it somewhere else! Genius! This summer I've had the opportunity to re-use two yarnbombs and so I'm writing today about how good it is to reimagine the yarnbomb for double … Continue reading Recycling Yarnbombs
As widely announced, June is my very favourite month. This is because there are a number of 'days' relevant to being a 'knitting, street-crafter living on the edge of Earth' worth celebrating. This past week saw World Oceans Day, World Wide Knit in Public Day and International Yarnbomb Day. So, obviously I had to get … Continue reading Knitting in Public
Montreal is a fabulous place, especially for a long weekend celebrating Mother's Day. While touring the city, it was obvious I wasn't the only one who thought it was a perfect destination for a city-escape with the Mama. I've got a well rehearsed vacation itinerary now that can fit almost any destination and when things … Continue reading Yarnstorming Montreal
I've got a big idea and I'm hoping it will involve you! Right now, I have a yarnbomb without a home. I knit it in the final stages of the big trip through Thailand and now it's in need of an epic location. While there are plenty of grand spots around Twillingate, I want to … Continue reading A Yarnbomb Giveaway & Exchange
Newfoundland has one piece of iconic grafitti that aims to stir the embers of nationalism buried in many Newfoundlanders' hearts. You see, the island province of Newfoundland was it's own country until it joined confederation with Canada in 1949. Free NFLD was originally coined by artist Wallace Ryan to promote Newfoundland nationalism. It appeared on posters around the … Continue reading Free NFLD Yarnbomb
I have now been backpacking through south-east Asia for eleven months. As I look back across the map I am totally awe-struck by the beauty of this part of the world. My travels have largely centred around visiting places of spectacular natural beauty. While I love to endulge in certain 'city-centric' luxuries (code for patisseries) I … Continue reading A Yarnstorm through Vietnam
