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Communally Knitted Ecosystems

The Crochet Coral Reef Project Educates People on Aquatic Habitats

— April 9, 2013 — Eco
Institute for Figuring is a non-profit organization based out of L.A and started the Crochet Coral Reef Project as a way to spread the word on these endangered habitats.

Built over time by hundreds of community members, this crochet coral reef continues to grow, just like a real one would, as more people contribute their knitted creations to this project. Different organisms in varying colors are assembled to create a realistic layout, giving viewers a chance to get up close to a coral reef without having to go diving.

The Crochet Coral Reef Project is highly educational, demonstrating the types of organisms growing in these aquatic ecosystems and the importance of the diminishing reefs, and participating in this endeavor is an excellent school project idea.
Trend Themes
1. Community-based Art Projects - Businesses can support community-based art projects that bring people together to create a communal work of art and raise awareness for a cause.
2. Environmental Education - Businesses can invest in projects that serve as an educational tool to increase awareness of environmental issues and encourage conservation efforts.
3. Craftivism - Businesses can promote craftivism by sponsoring projects that raise awareness for social and environmental issues through creative activities like crochet and knitting.
Industry Implications
1. Non-profit - Non-profit organizations can create community-based art projects to raise awareness about environmental issues and engage local residents in conservation efforts.
2. Education - Educational institutions can incorporate community-based art projects like the Crochet Coral Reef Project into their curriculum to teach students about environmental science and conservation.
3. Arts and Crafts - Retail businesses that sell arts and crafts supplies can promote craftivism and attract customers by sponsoring community-based art projects that advocate for social and environmental causes.
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