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Knitting is Hip
There's nothing mumsy about it. From the models
backstage before the catwalk to the hottest Hollywood stars swapping
designs, to everyday Australian women keeping needle in the yarn on hand,
knitting is cool again and everybody is doing it.
Girls, women and even some men, from all walks of life are at the bus stops,
hairdressers, bars and cafes, clicking their needles with wild abandon. More
than just a hobby, this new generation has embraced knitting as a fun,
creative, outlet. Fuelled by the star quality of Gwyneth Paltrow, Julia
Roberts and friends, this tactile craft has become the latest craze, but
somehow this one seems to be here to stay.
The "Urban Knitter" (young urban dweller who knits), has discovered the
calming effect knitting has on their otherwise stressful environment. Many
women are describing knitting as their "chill out" time, meditative in its
nature. The bonus of course is the productive quality knitting has. Whilst
relaxing you are also rewarded with an item that you alone have created.
It's very personal, everyone loves to achieve and knitting gives you
something to show off and be proud of.
From scarves, blankets, cushions, jumpers, tops, socks, beanies, even
bikinis, women are taking knitting into the millennium. Not only are they
knitting clothes, but they are creating their own slant on groovy homewares.
Grandma's craft will never be the same again.
This rapidly growing trend is also one of convenience, easily transportable
and therefore always accessible. This is what makes knitting thrive. Women
are carrying their knitting everywhere and are picking up their needles and
yarn whenever they can.
Knitting never went away, it's just been
rediscovered by a brand new generation of hip, urban 20 & 30 somethings.
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