We are lucky enough to have one of the nation's best arboretum's with in a short drive. Every year they do art installations and when I recently saw the start of this one I was blown away. I can't wait to see it when it's finished. It's a part of their Nature Unframed exhibition.
as someone who crochets; I cannot even imagine the amount of work it took to get this far, standing on a ladder, working around a tree branch.
You can see various spots where they've started on other trees as well.
and you'd see little pops of color around the park in various spots. It was fun for the kids to find them. I have to admit, I was the one who got excited when I spotted them first. I think after a while, they were tired of it... I'd excitedly yell, "Hey, there's another!" and there would be eye-rolling going on behind me.
If you're ever in Illinois, stop by and visit. It's definitely a place to feed your soul.
Jen
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That is so awesome! How genius!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the peek into this wonderfully creative exhibit!
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Ditto what Laura@52FLEA said! (I wonder how the crocheting does when covered with snow...)
ReplyDeleteHi Jen, Do you think my family would understand if I start to crochet around some of my trees? That's so awesome...and speaking of awesome your designs are just that! You are amazing, but I think I've told you that before. Happy Easter to you and your "bunnies" Love, Penny
ReplyDeleteVery, very interesting! How creative.
ReplyDeleteI caught myself smiling looking at the pictures.
ReplyDeletetotal coolness indeed! i am going to have to go see this for sure!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous show this must be to see in person! Thanks for sharing it, in this incredible post.
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Very cool !! Where is this at ?? I am very familiar with your area.Even though I am out here it is interesting to know that this is something really cool to see.Have a bright day there.Thanks for sharing that...Chickie
ReplyDeletethis so way cool
ReplyDeletePattie
I love this-so much fun-see crochet IS cool!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I love art like that - completely unexpected and a labor of love!
ReplyDeleteWhat a creative idea.I love how the artist has the "bulleyes" scattered among the trees. In Denver an artist beautified a chain link fence in the downtown area with crocheted flowers growing on it. Another really cool idea. Will we be seeing crocheted masterpieces on your trees in the near furture?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!
ReplyDeletei adore your 'open heart' and now you have inspired me to pick up my brushes! ann-marie
ReplyDeleteI had heard of this. I think they call it guerilla art, when people turn everyday objects in public space into impromptu art objects. I have not seen one in real life yet, but seeing those trees sure makes me hope I will run into something like this soon.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cool....who in the world thinks of things like that!!! Hope you are keeping well! x0
ReplyDeleteWow...really creative!
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog and love it! I will be looking at your older posts. I am following too.
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Ashlyn
Seriously. That is amazing.
ReplyDeleteThis is so cool! Thanks for commenting on my blog, I am so glad I was able to jump over to yours, I've had a great time going through all the posts! Your house is amazing, I would have never guessed it to be a split level. You are so talented!
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