Chain link fences have their place in the world. Whether they surround a vacant lot, a junk yard or a private residence, their jobs are to keep people and critters out. Or in. Utilitarian, yes. Pretty, not so much. If you have a useful chain link fence that needs a bit of beautification, check out these six specimens: The juxtaposition of the industrial and feminine makes this lace installation quite striking. (Via) Artist Katie Daniels did this installation by 'embroidering' in NYC last…

The Ladies Fancywork Society is a well-known yarnbombing group that has been around for years now.

Chain link fences have their place in the world. Whether they surround a vacant lot, a junk yard or a private residence, their jobs are to keep people and critters out. Or in. Utilitarian, yes. Pretty, not so much. If you have a useful chain link fence that needs a bit of beautification, check out these six specimens: The juxtaposition of the industrial and feminine makes this lace installation quite striking. (Via) Artist Katie Daniels did this installation by 'embroidering' in NYC last…

Do you remember the scene in the Princess Diaries where Mia vents her frustrations by throwing darts at paint-filled balloons with her artist mother, making the canvas run with bright, Play-Doh type colours? Wouldnt you just love to do that, to not think and just make a mess?

The term "Lighter, Quicker, Cheaper" describes a development strategy that was coined by the nonprofit organization, Project for Public Spaces (PPS). The idea of doing something small to make a great impact is the framework of this concept.

The tree & grass art on this fence is made from bike tire inner tube....I Luv the art in this city....HFF!!

Do you have an unsightly chain-link fence? Here are 5 options ways to decorate your chain link fence and make it look a little nicer!

When I saw this awesome weaving installation on display at the Bay Area Discovery Museum I knew it was something that I wanted to recreate at home. If I were running a preschool I think I would have taken the time to build such a structure because it would be a stellar group project, but […]

Chain link fences have their place in the world. Whether they surround a vacant lot, a junk yard or a private residence, their jobs are to keep people and critters out. Or in. Utilitarian, yes. Pretty, not so much. If you have a useful chain link fence that needs a bit of beautification, check out these six specimens: The juxtaposition of the industrial and feminine makes this lace installation quite striking. (Via) Artist Katie Daniels did this installation by 'embroidering' in NYC last…

Have you ever seen cross stitch street art? Artist Urban X Stitch weaves strips of fabric to create this colorful and whimsical street art.

The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation works to create informed & engaged communities.

Yarn art on a chain link fence. Found in #pdx

"Hannah's Highland Lawn Plat, 1884." A 345 foot long chain link fence weaving surrounding the historic Hannah Barker House, 800 Arapahoe, in downtown Boulder, CO. Woven by Denise Perreault with 116 reclaimed tape measures, and thousands of yards of surplus fabric donated by Hunter Douglas. Believed to be the largest chain link fence weaving in the country.

What’s spring weather if the children can’t have fun in the sun? With theses sand and water tub activities, the children can enjoy the “ELEMENTS”-air, water and earth. For the best outdoor play ever, let your children loose for some old-fashioned fun!

Champaign, IL. Plastic bags decorating chain link fence around hole

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