What is yarn bombing?

What is yarn bombing?

Yarn bombing is applying often highly colorful, knitted or crocheted garments to physical objects in society. Part street art, part graffiti, yarn bombing is also referred to as guerrilla knitting, kniffiti, urban knitting, wool bombing, graffiti knitting, and yarnstorming.

Is there a Yarn Bomber in Santa Rosa?

Santa Rosa currently has an active yarn bomber – Judy Kennedy! She has also been commissioned by the city to do some projects, and does her own “bombing” around town. The pole in front of Spinster Sisters seems to have a new lively covering seasonally.

Are yarn bombs considered graffiti?

Some yarn bombs can be misconstrued as aggressive graffiti when they are only meant to be aesthetic delights. Luckily, in some areas, yarn bombs are supported and adored by the communities in which they are installed. You may have seen some knitted objects right here in Santa Rosa!