It’s only 8.05 a.m., and even on a music station like Radio 3 there’s no escape from unremitting Coronation fever. Before I go and hide, I’ll share images I took the other evening in Ripon, which has chosen to celebrate by yarn bombing the city centre.
While I was in town, the cathedral bell-ringers were practising for today. Can’t beat English bell-ringing.
Ripon’s not alone. Nearby Thirsk seems to have gone whimsical, rather than respectful. I think we’ll have to pop along and see for ourselves.
For Debbie’s Six Word Saturday.
From Pyrenees to Pennines 
Oh, I love yarn bombing – the only kind of bombing I totally approve of! I’m not a monarchist, but those crowns are great and add a nice little bit of colour.
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That’s the right comment, Britta!
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A good enterprise for the knitting nanas. I wonder when they started making the crowns?
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It must have been recently. We were away for Easter, but I gather the town was awash with knitted eggs and chicks!
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So which knitting group do you belong?
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Haha! Can’t knit, won’t knit.
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What else is there to do by the looks of it. A town up the coast has a yarn bombing epidemic
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It’s been a bit of a thing since the Pandemic, I think. Still not learning to knit though.
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My Mum was a sower, never a knitter. One day she came home with a knitting machine and in no time the whole family had a knitted garment of some sort. She even made to order. If I found a pattern or style, it wouldn’t be long before I had what ever it was
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That sounds a risky hobby – for her family!
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They were well made. I think I still have some put away as I don;t need jumpers here
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I remember the excellent Rippon knitting skills from a previous post. I’ve hidden but am feeling sorry for those who like this sort of thing as the rain hits my skylight.
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It’s mild and damp here. I’ll watch the ceremony as a piece of history which may never be repeated, but leave it at that.
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Can I call it… Coronation Street? 😋
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Excellent idea!
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Truly wonderful
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A fun way of brightening life!
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Absolutely Margaret
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The yarn bombers have been at it here to – it certainly brightens up a dull day!
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It really is a ‘thing’ now, isn’t it? I like it! What next I wonder?
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Love the post box topper! These yarn bombers are very creative. I am not a fan of the royal family but confess to enjoying the pageantry and the music. Less so the religious parts.
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I’m much the same Jude. And while not being a Monarchist, I’m not a Republican either. It’s all quite tricky.
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I’m not sure a president is any better. At least the pomp and ceremony bring in the tourists.
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I’m sure a President only brings its own problems. I wouldn’t like the life of a Royal, for all their wealth, but their being there does serve a purpose.
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I’ve been hiding too. And as for pledging allegiance*******!!!
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Just …. naah.
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The yarn bombers have been out in force here too. Terrific creations and constantly changing displays. Sadly, it has also brought out the display wreckers!
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Oh that’s awful! We’ve been having displays since November 2018, and they’re always – so far – accorded great respect. After all, everything was made by someone’s aunt, mum or gran.
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We are experiencing all sorts of mindless vandalism recently with yarn displays being stolen or damaged, flower beds being ripped apart, saplings being pulled out, or snapped off, cars being damaged, and shop windows being broken. Any video evidence just shows black hoodies and face masks! Unfortunately, it leads to all young people being tarred with the same brush even though the vast majority are perfectly decent individuals. It tends to be a mix of alcohol and testosterone that leads to such antisocial acts!
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That’s a real shame. Let’s hope they find something else mindless to do, with no victims.
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I bet life is a little hectic right now. I’m with you, I wouldn’t want to learn to knit. 😀 😀
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😉
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Those are really really cute!
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A great community response to a national event.
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Indeed! 🙂
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The Coronation photos I am looking at are quite something. Timeless living history and culture. Its impossible for me not to be moved. Must be my British blood rising up!
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Indeed. I found it a moving and meaningful occasion.
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Now come on, Margaret! Not knitting? Not flag waving is fine, but a crochet crown is the business! I’m not convinced it sat well on Camilla, but at least he didn’t abdicate and is facing up to his responsibilities.
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Oh, I can crochet. I once made an entire winter jacket for my then toddler son. Come to think, he’s 45, and I haven’t picked up a crochet needle since.
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I crocheted a door handle cover last year. It’s a bit wonky but stops you burning your hand opening the door 🤔💖
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Great stuff!
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I think the bells must have been cool. I get that it’s history, but I don’t think I’d be watching all of it even if I were a Brit! Maybe I would, who knows!
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Once you start, it’s easy to get sucked in…
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Yarn bombing? We had it some years ago, but not anymore. I did not participate – only knit for my granddaughter. The knitters are both creative and skilled I’d say. And the coronation – we watched for some minutes and then scrolled to see him get the crown. Historic moments, maybe the last time it happens, so we had to see some of it.
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I thought so. My last time was with the entire village crammed into a front room which boasted a 9 inch screen TV uncertainly displaying wavy black and white images.
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😀
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Ripon Yarn Bombs for the King, fabulous! Thanks for sharing, Margaret!
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Yarn-bombing seems to be a new ‘thing’ in the UK. Everyone’s at it!
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What a bit of colourful fun
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Indeed it is. You’re not home yet, are you?
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Yep, all too short a time away
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That sounds positive!
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😊😊
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That all looks delightful, there’s nothing like a bit of celebration.
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Indeed! Is yarn bombing a ‘thing’ in Australia?
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Yes, it is. But from what we’ve seen mainly in smaller communities.
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Ditto.
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