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Extra Super-Duper Bulky-Weight Yarn

December 24th, 2008

Knit up a sofa in a couple of hours!  I wonder what size knitting needles were used?

Thanks to Jane for pointing out this fun example of knitted art.

Via BoingBoing.

6 Responses to “ Extra Super-Duper Bulky-Weight Yarn ”

  1. Betsy Says:

    I wish I could buy some! It would make a great carpet!

  2. lavon Says:

    This is amazing. My first reaction was. “is that for real?!”

    Can you imagine your crochet a potholder and instead it great for laying on while watching a movie!

  3. Mary Says:

    What kind of yarn is this? I’ve never seen anythng this large? Is it available for sale or was it made by the artist? It’s great!

  4. Harriett Says:

    I love that idea. Where can you find yarn like that?

  5. Lion Brand Notebook Says:

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  6. MaBones Says:

    I found these sites on extreme yarn knitting:

    http://racheljohn.co.uk/default.aspx
    Not exactly like the pic above, but just for ideas.

    http://www.theseflocks.com/images/013_poof/A.html

    http://www.tranism.com/weblog/2008/08/giant-knit.html

    http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ny/pillows-decorative-office-accessories/christien-meindertmas-giant-knitting-015692

    Let your imagination rule!
    MaBones

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