Angela Lowe — April 25, 2006 — Unique
References: gushmagazine
These crazy knit creations by Theresa Honeywell can be seen at the Georgia Museum of Arts. I'm not sure how she did this, but it looks cool. I think this should be my next knitting project!
Implications - Once considered as a senior's activity, knitting has been taken up by young artists who have transcended this artistic medium. This style has created incredible works of various objects which is a step up from the traditional sweaters you're use to seeing as a product of this hobby. Knitting is making an entrance into the artistic world proving that despite its old-fashioned connotations, brands can always transform the old into something fresh and exciting.
Implications - Once considered as a senior's activity, knitting has been taken up by young artists who have transcended this artistic medium. This style has created incredible works of various objects which is a step up from the traditional sweaters you're use to seeing as a product of this hobby. Knitting is making an entrance into the artistic world proving that despite its old-fashioned connotations, brands can always transform the old into something fresh and exciting.
Trend Themes
1. Young Artists Knitting - Young artists are embracing knitting as an artistic medium, creating unique and innovative works beyond traditional sweaters.
2. Knitted Art Objects - Knitting is being used to create incredible works of art, expanding the possibilities of this traditional craft beyond sweaters.
3. Transforming Knitting - Brands are reinterpreting and modernizing the art of knitting, bringing fresh and exciting perspectives to this traditional craft.
Industry Implications
1. Art Galleries - Art galleries can showcase and promote the innovative works of young artists who are using knitting as an artistic medium.
2. Craft and Hobby Stores - Craft and hobby stores can capitalize on the growing interest in knitting as an art form by offering a wide variety of knitting supplies and unique patterns for creating art objects.
3. Fashion and Design Brands - Fashion and design brands can explore the potential of knitting as a medium for creating unique and innovative clothing and accessories, bringing a fresh perspective to the fashion industry.
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