Crochet Monster has a view of veggies that’s a bit different from what might be considered normal. While many gardeners are eagerly looking over seed catalogs and anticipating spring, artist Regina Rioux Gonzales is arming her colorful fruits and veggies with weapons. The crocheted garden inhabitants are presented in seed packet format with basic information distantly similar to that of real seed envelopes.
There’s more of course. You didn’t really think that veggies would be the limits of creative genius, did you? There are one-eyed fruits and tomatoes from the edge--complete with biographies.
Crochet Monster creator is Los Angeles’ Regina Rioux Gonzalez, an exhibiting artist who loves fairytales. She brings a sense of humor to her work which is largely expressed in knit, felted and improvised object forms. Patterns available from her blog site include ‘slice-o-bacon,’ and the ‘chicken beanie.’ You can also download the ‘Inebriated Bunny Hat’ and ‘Fried Egg Cuffs’ patterns for free!
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Crochet Art
- There is an opportunity for further development of unique crochet toys as well as other art pieces created through crochet.
- Gardening Art
- Gardening art can create unique products that not only add aesthetic value but also convey unique messaging to potential consumers.
- Humorous Craft Products
- The humorous craft products market presents an opportunity for companies to create unique and generally unusual craft products.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Crafts and Hobbies
- Craft companies can create customized craft kits for consumers who want to partake in quirky and humorous hobbies such as crochet monster vegetables.
- Gardening and Agriculture
- Gardening and agriculture companies can create unique seed packets and products targeted at those looking to add humor or unique aesthetics to their gardens.
- Artistic Retail
- Retailers that specialize in unique and offbeat products have an opportunity to provide their customers with a variety of art pieces from crochet masters.
