Sunday, May 31, 2015

Sizing Things Up

I went in to work for just a short while this morning and on the way home made a quick detour to The Secret Garden. 

My mission was to see if the two crocheted strips I've created so far would fit around the tree after an earlier test proved the biggest one had not yet reached the right size.
 Of course, I can't do this on my own, so had to grab the first friendly person I found to help out.  Thankfully, there was a guy there raking and though he didn't speak English, he was happy to assist.
Both pieces are now bigger than they need to be so there will be some adjusting.  We've planned another meet-up for this coming Saturday so hopefully we will have a lot more squares to join and be even closer to getting this project finished.



These recycled tires are just waiting for the Fall when planting can begin again.

 In the meantime, our yarnbombing will add some much needed color to the area.
Have a wonderful day.

22 comments:

Jennifer Hays said...

The garden looks great and how beautiful is your yarnbombing! Wow, it came out great. I hope you all enjoy it.

homemade@myplace said...

the secret garden is really a nice and colourful spot!!!!
xxxxx Ale

Claudia said...

I love the idea of yarn bombing. The local library - well, actually the library in an adjoining town - did some wonderful yarn bombing a couple of years ago. On the railing, around the trees, on benches. Good luck!

xo
Claudia

Teresa Kasner said...

I look forward to seeing your yarn-bombing end result! It will certainly start some conversations! ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

Wanda said...

Wonderful walk, and that's what I call a wonderful way to "HUG" a tree! I love your Secret Garden.

Thanks for being a faithful follower of my blog. You would adore Elizabeth. She's my treasure.

Lorrie said...

It's all looking good! Bright and cheery yarn bombing will be a surprise in the Secret Garden.

Linda said...

Such a sweet idea for that place!! :)

Mrs. Micawber said...

What a fun project! I like all the bits of art in the Secret Garden, but your yarnbombing makes it extra special. :)

Tanya said...

Absolutely LOVE this!!! Happy week, Tammy - you GO, GIRL!

handmade by amalia said...

I love yarn bombing. You've taken on a wonderful project.
Amalia
xo

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Tammy,

The secret garden looks like a lovely place to visit and your yarn bombing on the tree is fabulous.
Happy new week and thanks for visiting me.
hugs
Carolyn

Mariette VandenMunckhof-Vedder said...

Dearest Tammy,
Such yarnbombing is looking a lot more beautiful than trashing or whatsoever in the environment!
Sending you hugs and enjoy the project.
Mariette

Betsy said...

Your yarn bombing strips look great. Just a little adjusting and soon you'll begin the acual "bombing" itself. What a great thing to uplift community spirit.
Blessings,
Betsy

Helen Philipps said...

The secret garden looks lovely, Tammy and I look forward to seeing your finished yarn bombing!
Wishing you a wonderful week!
Helen xox

Preeti said...

Nice to see your secret garden project!! I liked the idea of recycled tyres for gardening.

linda said...

It's going to look lovely when it's done Tammy. :) x

Dagmar said...

Such a wonderful idea, it creates a pop of colour and a place to grow things that must bring many people joy. Your contribution looks great!
Xo

Unknown said...

Yarmbombing! Hurray! It always brings a smile to anyone who passes it. I am sure it will appreciated by all and well worth all the hard work!

Susan said...

Oh my GOSH! Did I miss a post on the Secret Garden? Is it going to be a place for artists' work to be shown? So cool. I love all the colors in your tree "skirt." Pizzazzy. Fabulous. Susan

Amy at love made my home said...

Your yarn bombing certainly will add some colour! I wonder what that man thought when you asked him to hold your crochet around a tree while you photographed it!! Something for him to tell everyone about all day no doubt! He will appreciate it though when he sees it all finished! xx

Sandi~A Cottage Muse said...

Your creation will be the perfect finishing touch on this secret garden!

PKBrandon said...

Hi Tammy,

The garden looks like a very interesting and fun project. I read your earlier post about being able to leave your job at the school and I'm very happy for you. I'd love nothing more than to be able to volunteer more. One day....

Stay well!

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