Knitting Video Games, The Economics of Angora, and Outdoor Embroidery

February 19, 2016
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Happy Friday! These are three links I’ve loved this week.

Knitting Video Games

Put down your needles. Knit Warrior is a video game for knitters. Described as “like guitar hero for knitters,” you can play Knit Warrior right now, here.

On the Economics of Angora

“Knitting yarn has limited returns… [Farmers] can double their income immediately just by jumping from knitting to weaving.” Listen to the whole interview, and think about how much your yarn is worth here.

Embroidering Street Benches

A friend sent me this link with the note: “Embroiders catching up to yarn bombers!” I don’t know if there’s a competition, but I do love the idea of using strips of bathing suits – practical and weather-proof!

I also love how the project was obviously a community effort!

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