Chase the Chill is a loose coalition of stitchers and groups who independently make scarves and then come together to paint the town with yarn. Winnipeg's first graffiti/yarn bombing event that distributes scarves in public places so that those in need—regardless of income and without any qualifiers—can help themselves.
Anyone can participate in any part of the process. You can knit or crochet a scarf, donate yarn or come help hang the scarves. All are invited to come join the fun storming Old Market Square (232 Bannatyne Avenue, Winnipeg) with donated scarves on Saturday December 5th at 10 a.m.
There will be extra tags available for those who bring their scarves that day.
Art, charity, and yarn bombing: An annual happening with a cause
Where did the idea to paint the town in Yarn come from? It all began when scarves draped on trees, bridge walkways, signs, and other public locations appeared overnight in downtown Easton, PA, for the first time in fall 2010. Each one included a note tag inviting anyone to claim ownership of the scarf. Winnipeg being the generous city that it is has adopted this event with the same mission started by Susan Huxley in Easton in 2010. Celebrate the art and beauty of knitting and crocheting while building a sense of community by generating positive experiences for all touched by this beautiful Act of Kindness.
Winnipeg's Chase the Chill Facebook Page
Email: chasethechillwinnipeg@gmail.com
Website: chasethechill.com
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Makers Move Manitoba was created by proud Manitoba girls Mandy Johnston and Brandy Sylvestre. We wanted to create a platform to showcase the MANY incredibly talented makers movers and shakers located right here in our amazing province!
Makers Move is a community for our Makers and those who value the importance of shopping local and supporting small business; we work towards fostering connections between businesses and consumers, and in doing so we hope to inspire Manitobans to think about where they want to spend their money. Join the Makers Movement; together we can educate Canadians about the importance of supporting local business.
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There will be extra tags available for those who bring their scarves that day.
Art, charity, and yarn bombing: An annual happening with a cause
Where did the idea to paint the town in Yarn come from? It all began when scarves draped on trees, bridge walkways, signs, and other public locations appeared overnight in downtown Easton, PA, for the first time in fall 2010. Each one included a note tag inviting anyone to claim ownership of the scarf. Winnipeg being the generous city that it is has adopted this event with the same mission started by Susan Huxley in Easton in 2010. Celebrate the art and beauty of knitting and crocheting while building a sense of community by generating positive experiences for all touched by this beautiful Act of Kindness.
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| A panorama view of the hundreds of scarves that will Chase the Chill in Winnipeg in just a few weeks! So many beautiful scarves! You'll have to look closely to find yours. |
Email: chasethechillwinnipeg@gmail.com
Website: chasethechill.com
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Makers Move is a hub for all things handmade and home grown locally here in Manitoba!
Makers Move Manitoba was created by proud Manitoba girls Mandy Johnston and Brandy Sylvestre. We wanted to create a platform to showcase the MANY incredibly talented makers movers and shakers located right here in our amazing province!
Makers Move is a community for our Makers and those who value the importance of shopping local and supporting small business; we work towards fostering connections between businesses and consumers, and in doing so we hope to inspire Manitobans to think about where they want to spend their money. Join the Makers Movement; together we can educate Canadians about the importance of supporting local business.
"Every time you spend money, you're casting a vote for the kind of word you want."
- Anna Lappe
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Fellow Creative Souls and Founders of Makers Move Manitoba
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