Although I don't have the patience to knit or crochet anything, I do have to respect those who do. This cluster of knitted and crocheted creations is really impressive. Whether it's creating a good old-fashioned sweater or something more artistic like knitted wigs, roller skates or bodysuits, there are still tons of people doing some gnarly needlework.
Implications - This collection of knitted creations is refreshing evidence that the marketplace has not forgotten the appeal of the homespun aesthetic. In fact, it shows that consumers are hungrier than ever for products that reinvent and take needlework to new frontiers in new and exciting ways. Grandmothers everywhere can definitely rejoice at this new rebirth.
99 Gnarly Needlework Creations
Knitted and Crocheted Art, From Dementia Knitwear to Crocheted Bird:
Ryan Hinkson — Jul 11, 2010 — Art & Design
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Wearable Crochet Art
The Johan Ku 'Emotional Sculptures' Line is a Chunky Knit Fashion Statement
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Knit Beret
Stars Keep Warm in Style
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Knitting No-Nos
Disasters Abound When Crochet Projects Get Out of Hand
96
High Fashion DIY
Vogue Knitting
95
Twisted Nude Knits
Sandra Backlund's Handmade “Pool Position” Knitwear
94
Naughty Knit Crafts
Mr. Rose and Mr. Daisy by Atelier Afra are More than Your Average Knitted Art
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Creepy Knit Creations
Psychotic Handcrafted Objects are Maniacally Morbid
92
Crochet Bird Clothing
'Pigeons in Costume' by Laurel Roth Features Some Warm Furry Flyers
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Knitted Body Suits
'Skin - A Good Thing To Live In' Explores Contemporary Issues
90
Retro Knit Swimwear
Krelwear Resort Collection is Vintage Miami Chic
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Knitted Monster Fashion
Knitwear Designer Craig Lawrence Showcases His Skills
88
Sparkling Pom Pom Knitwear
The Tim Ryan S/S 10 Collection Psychedelically Fluffy
87
Tarantula Sweaters
Rodarte Expands Mohair Sweater Line to Men With Brodarte
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Tribal Cartoon Knits
Missoni's Spring Summer 2011 Collection is Electric Cool
85
Progressive Men's Knitwear
Pony Head Sweaters and More from Sibling
84
Knitted Harem Pants
Bohemian Styles for Winter Warmness in VMAN Magazine
83
Knitted Chains
The Oversized Chain-Link Scarf Doubles As A Giant Necklace
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Gigantic Cowl Necks
Severely Oversized Scarves by Therubyneedle Make a Cozy Statement
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Knitted Cigarette Packs
Kate Jenkins' Crafty Smoking Souvenirs Swap Nicotine for Wool
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Autumn Amigurumi
Adorable Creations from Cute Designs UK Usher in Fall Weather
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Knitted Wigs
Meg Reardon's DIY Style Statement Signals the End of Bad Hair Days
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Swedish Knit Catwalks
Beckmans College of Design Fashion Graduates Show
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Fishing Net Fashion
Ausra Osipaviciute Adds a Little Embroidery Love to mimi.c Fashion
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Barnacle Knitwear
Martello's Marine-Inspired Sculptural Collection
75
Uber Knits
Fiber Creations Made with Giant Needles
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Knitting Gone Wrong
Blog Catalogs Worst Woven Goods
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Knit Apple Jackets
Cozy Produce Sweaters Take a (Bizarre) Bite Out of Fashion
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Cute Crocheted Casualties
Patricia Waller's Art of Wooly Accidents & Hoovering Trunks
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Edible Knitting
DIY 'Knit Nights' Yarn Ball Cupcakes Made With Colorful Marzipan
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Crocheted Food
Nicole Gastonguay Crafts
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Whimsical Fruit Hats
Boston Beanie Knits Mouthwatering Hats From Organic Cotton
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Hipster Knitwear
The Juma Fall/Winter 2009 Designs Keep Them Coming Back for More
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Brazilian Couture Knitwear
Rodel Latin America's Crocheted Apparel
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Bold Color Blocked Knitwear
Cooperative Designs Spring 2009 Collection
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Shape-Shifting Knits
The Lemuria Knitwear Project Organically Transforms in Shape and Style
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Second-Skin Knitwear
The Mark Fast Topshop Line Bares It All
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Super Skintight Knitwear
Lucas Nascimento Knits Unique, Body-Conscious Outfits
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Knitted Roller Skates
Faux Athletic Baby Feet Accessories By Allkindsofstuff
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Monotone Knit Fashion
The H&M Winter 2009 Campaign With Andres and Liya
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Giant Knitting Needles
Crocheters Use Super-Sized Tools for Extraordinary Results
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Wooly Sport Knits
Performance Photography in Custom Rodarte Olympic Knitwear
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Knitted Comic Characters
The Lady Lindsay Amigurumi Dolls are Cute and Kick Ass
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Super-Sized Knitting
Flocks Aran Wool Rugs Created With Giant Knitting Needles
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Knitted Night Clubs
The Bordello Bar
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Beach-Side Knit Wear
'The Big Chill' in Elle Magazine Shows Fun in the Winter Sun
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Massive Knitted Bears
Dave Cole Is A Master Crafter of Cuddly Creativity
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Knitted Nintendo Gear
A Baby Zelda Outfit is Created By Video Game Addicted Parents
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Trapezoidal Knitwear
The Micaela Greg Fall 2009 Line Features Op-Art Apparel
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Pleated Fashion Knits
Simone Shailes for TopShop
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Oversized Wool Seating
Flocks Pouf Features Giant Cable Stitching
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Miniature Knitting
The Art of Amigurumi
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Knitted Power Cables
Kosuke Tsumura Weaves into the 'MODE less CODE' Exhibition
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Collaborating Knitwear
Sonia Rykiel and H&M Team Up for a Parisian Chic Collection
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Badass Knits
Madame Defarge's Art Aint Exactly Your Grandmother's Yarn Work
45
Knitted Zombies
Crafts Get Creepy
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Knitted Science Experiments
PETA-Friendly Lab Rats by Crafty Hedgehog
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Celebrity Knits for Charity
Stars for 'Save the Children'
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Knitting With Dog Hair
Make the Most of Shedding With DIY Crafts for Pet Owners
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Optical Illusion Knitwear
Cooperative Designs F/W 2010 Collection is Not Easy on the Eyes
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DIY Grandma Jewelry
Knitted Rings for Nimble Fingers Revive the Granny-Chic Look
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Knitwear
Cooperativedesigns is Making Knitwear Hot
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Stylish Body Socks
The ‘Fashion Ethics - Wear Good' Exhibition Includes Body Container
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Cross-Stitched Cufflinks
New Lanvin Cufflinks Must be Paired With Confidence
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Knit Nintendo Toys
Michelle Rheaume Sells Classic Toy Patterns for Geeky DIY Projects
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Knitted Hairdos
‘Balls' from Tima Sergeev is the Future of Women's Hair/Knitting
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Crocheted Ice Skates
Hockey Skate Booties for NHL-Obsessed Newborns
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Sci-Fi Knitting
Star Wars Crafts Take DIY Art To A Gallery Far, Far Away
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Knitted Horse Heads
Mr. Edless is a DIY Project Pattern You Can't Refuse
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Neat Self-Knitting Devices
Wind Powered Knitting Machine Knits On its Own
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Crocheted Cigars
Feminine Technique Art by Nathan Vincent
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Knitted Necklaces
'Three Ring Circus' Chain Makes You the Center of Attention
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Oversized Knitted Walls
Brastemp Fabric Freshener Ads Reveal Hidden Odors
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Knitted Street Art
Territorial Stitched Signs
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Knitted Rooms
The ‘City of Stitches' Needlepoint Nature Installation
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Heavy-Duty Knitting Equipment
Super-Sized Needle Arts Made Manly (UPDATE)
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Knit Water Bottle Covers
The Cuptopus Proctects Your Water, Because Who Would Steal One?
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Knitted Skull Rugs
‘The New New England Collection' by Timothy Liles is Ultra Cute
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Color Medley Knitwear
Swank Dollar Creates Bright Clothes for Daring People
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Knitted Holiday Treats
KTBdesigns Gingerbread Man Patterns Let You Make Calorie-Free Crafts
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Fitted Knit Outerwear
The Nikolaj D Etoiles Voluntaria White Jacket is Perfect for Spring
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Knit Coffee Holders
Cuptopus Coffee Sleeve Makes Mornings Way More Ridiculous
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Wool Organs
Art of Sarah Hillienberger Includes Furry Guts and Phallic Cacti
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Scalloped Sweater Unitards
The Rihanna Knit Bodysuit Cannot be Rocked by Anyone Else
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Dementia Knitwear
David Stoneman-Merret's Collection Takes Cues from the Elderly
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Crocheted Cartoons
The Mario Raccoon Rug is Knitted to Perfection
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Knitted Power Cords
DIY Wooly Wires for Unusual Accessories
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Knit Junk Food
Burgers as Inedible Art
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Children's Pencil Scarves
Etsy Artist Sara Carr Makes Mini Lambswool Neckwear
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Chunky Knit Frocks
Daniel Gil & Fernando Torres Collaborate For London Design
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Knit Sweater Seating
The Jumper Chair by Bertjan Pot for Established & Sons
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Knitted Gas Masks
The Creepiest Crafty Way to Keep Your Face Warm
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Handmade iPhone Cases
The Crochet iPhone Case is a Soft Blanket for Your Iphone
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Knitastic Oblong-Head Paintings
Christine Aerfeldt's Artwork is Oddly Beautiful
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Sewing Circle Sneaks
These Knitted Nikes from THIS IS Studio are Perfect for Grandma
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Ketchup-Coloured Cardigans
Folk Serves Up It's Handknit Spring 2010 Cardigan
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Geeky Star Trek Crafts
Knit Me Up, Scotty, With These Awesome Pieces of Art For Trekkies
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PETA-Friendly Pelts
Knitted Animal Skins for the Rugged Crafter
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Knit Bra Tops
Clips Targets the Fashionably Daring With Wearable Intimates as Outerwear
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DIY Needle Point Lighting
The Stitch Lamp Capitalizes on Feminine Hobbies
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Slicked-Back Silhouettes
Heidi Mount Rocks Sultry Snakeskin Pants in this Hedi Slimane Shoot
Rose-Hued Smoking Jackets
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Quaint Vintage Look Books
Take Notes from the Anthropologie Spring 2010 Collection
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Hepburn-Inspired Shoots
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Color-Popping Political Art
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The i-D Spring 2010 Eco Warrior Shoot
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The Calla Haynes AW10 Collection is Somberly Grey
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The Lemuria Knitwear Project Organically Transforms in Shape and Style
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The Angular Sandra Backlund AW10 Line
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Lucas Nascimento Knits Unique, Body-Conscious Outfits
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The Gucci Spring 2011 Menswear Collection is Drenched in Aqua Hues
Monotone Knit Fashion
The H&M Winter 2009 Campaign With Andres and Liya
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The Spring/Summer 2010 Paprocki & Brzozowski Look Book
Scrub-Inspired Couture
The Prada Spring/Summer 2011 Collection is Inspired by Surgeons
Giant Tarantula Backpacks
Furry Spider Does Double Duty as Book Bag
Wooly Sport Knits
Performance Photography in Custom Rodarte Olympic Knitwear
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The Mode Museum 'Black' Show Displays Work from the Antwerp Six
Chic Cozy Accessories
The De Nada A/W 2009 Collection Contains Classy Knits
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The Lady Lindsay Amigurumi Dolls are Cute and Kick Ass
Embroidered Stationery
Vintage Writing Paper by DearDesire Adds Texture to Lined Paper
Chain Link Scarves
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Rapunzel-Like Headwear
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The Spring 2010 Visvim Ballistic Backpacks
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Woven iPhone Cases
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Country Maiden Frocks
The Eniko Mihalik Glamour Hungary Editorial Shows Farm Girl Innocence
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The Crocheted Mega Man Helmet is a Chick Magnet
Collaborating Knitwear
Sonia Rykiel and H&M Team Up for a Parisian Chic Collection
Models as Eccentric Artists
Louis Archer Channels His Inner Creative Spirit for Neo2 Magazine
Colored Classic Oxfords
The Jay Kos Spring 2010 Collection Features Tasteful Technicolors
Avant-Garde Geocessories
The TomTom Jewelry Spring 2010 Collection has Sci-Fi Appeal
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The New Era Tokidoki Marvel Collection Keeps You Fresh and Childlike
Optical Illusion Knitwear
Cooperative Designs F/W 2010 Collection is Not Easy on the Eyes
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This Jeff Simpson Artwork is Animalistic
Cross-Stitched Cufflinks
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The Lover AW10 Collection Takes Over 'The Harvest'
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‘Balls' from Tima Sergeev is the Future of Women's Hair/Knitting
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Asian Models Turn into Caucasian Celebs in W Korea 'Transformation'
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Pipe Wrench Cuff Links are Perfect for Plumbers
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