Sedimental 1

Using materials found in the REmida work room and rescued ‘junk’ from verge collections, I have created a piece that is soft and intimate. Utilising muted colour palettes inspired by the Australian bush, the pieces were crocheted in a way that grew in layers, similar to the way sedimentary rocks appear when stratified. Each piece is labour intensive, taking 15-20 hours to complete.

I began a residency at REmida at the start of March, with an intention to explore ideas around ‘yarn bombing’. This is the practice of using crochet, knitting, or other textile techniques to draw attention to or beautify a wall, bench, rubbish bin, or other public space. Following a similar ideology to street artists, 'yarn-bombers' use their craft both to embrace and resist aspects of their community. Furthermore, as a traditionally 'woman's craft', bringing crochet to the streets can be a way of taking this craft outside of 'homemaker' restrictions and into the public sphere. Often political in nature, this process emphasises sustainability, recycling materials, and resourcefulness.

This work is different to traditional yarn-bombing practices because it is not fixed to objects in public places. Whilst still paying homage to the craft, this work steers it into a more private space, bringing softness and intimacy to harsh metal objects.