When we arrived in the city Tuesday evening after the long train ride from Pittsburgh we walked down to the Hudson River after supper. It was dark so I didn’t see the colorful crocheted blankets on the trees.
Then yesterday we were on Hudson Street and WHOA- there they were brightening up the landscape.
Here’s an article about the creator of the project – Holly Boardman owner of Musée Lingerie on Christopher says ” It takes about one hour to crochet a single square, and we have over 1,880 squares on our Christopher Street block. That took about 80 days!”
A total transformation of ordinary tree trunks into colorful street art
Here’s the first one I spotted on Hudson Street and then we rounded the corner on Christopher…
I have to admit you have such unique introduction – I was deeply touched since I visited this great city – enjoy every moment!
what a wacky and wonderful idea!
IT really livens up the neighborhood.
Such a wonderful project!
I agree, Toni.
That’s a WOW! I love them. And what a fantastic idea! Great post.
A lovely project for many to enjoy.
Knit the Bridge. Crochet the Trees! FUN!!! Love the orange and blue one-about in the middle
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It’s so bright and cheerful!
I just love these!! I crochet myself so I know this takes a while and is hard work but brings so much pleasure once you are done!
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Whoa – these are amazing! I love it!
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