yarn bombing

"Yarn bombing" is a creative street art form that involves covering public objects with knitted or crocheted items, originating in Texas around 2005.

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Definition

B2Street Art

(informal)Decorating public spaces with knitted or crocheted yarn creations.

Example

  • Yarn bombing brings a cozy touch to otherwise cold urban environments.
  • The statue in the park was transformed by yarn bombing into a colorful display.

B2Crafts

(informal)Using leftover yarn to create decorative pieces for public objects.

Example

  • Crafters often participate in yarn bombing to showcase their knitting skills.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "yarn bombing":

yarn bomb