The yarnbombers of Thirsk also work on a much larger scale. This shot shows their Christmas tree, placed in the grounds of Thirsk Hall, close to the road (Kirkgate).
The tree consists of a metal frame about 18 feet (5.5 metres) high. Lowered onto this is a piece of yarnbombing consisting of some 450 squares, each illustrating some aspect Christmas. Creating the squares was a major task, with all the yarnbombers contributing squares to make the tree.
The tree has been installed at this location each Christmas since 2019. In that year a trail of elves led from the Market Place to ensure visitors didn't miss seeing it. It's quite a challenge installing this each year. Fortunately the yarnbombers have a friend with a crane to help them!
In the background can be seen the tower of St Mary's Church, an attractive building and well worth looking round. The original church building was created 600 years ago, though there have been many changes since then.
What a fun tree! Fav. You say it takes some effort to put it up, but it must be tricky to put away for the rest of the year too. Is it kept in the back of the church when not in use??
Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, they are very much appreciated.
We never cease to be impressed by the creativity of the Thirsk yarnbombers, and it's always interesting to see what each new exhibition will include.
As for the tree, I don't know what happens to it after the display is dismantled. They must have a large storage area somewhere! Also, I'm not sure if this is the same tree as the original. Many of the squares seemed too fresh to have been used in previous years, so perhaps the squares are recycled or sold. I do know that some items from displays earlier in the year have been sold and the funds raised given to whichever charity they support this year.
Thirs is an attractive market town, with two museums and a sculpture garden at Thirsk Hall - it's well worth spending a day there, especially if the yarnbombers have been busy!
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Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, they are very much appreciated.
We never cease to be impressed by the creativity of the Thirsk yarnbombers, and it's always interesting to see what each new exhibition will include.
As for the tree, I don't know what happens to it after the display is dismantled. They must have a large storage area somewhere! Also, I'm not sure if this is the same tree as the original. Many of the squares seemed too fresh to have been used in previous years, so perhaps the squares are recycled or sold. I do know that some items from displays earlier in the year have been sold and the funds raised given to whichever charity they support this year.
Ian
Thirs is an attractive market town, with two museums and a sculpture garden at Thirsk Hall - it's well worth spending a day there, especially if the yarnbombers have been busy!
Ian
Thank you all - I'm always fascinated by what the yarnbombers come up with next!
Ian