4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
See photos as Wicklow knitters turn old car wheel hubs into works of art
An imaginative display that underscored the creative talent within the Carnew community, the hugely popular exhibition, which was extended for an extra week, demonstrated the power of art to connect people and support meaningful causes, with the knitters' ingenuity and dedication leaving a lasting impression on all who visited.
As part of a collaboration between the group and Carnew Tidy Towns that promises to further enhance the town's beauty, the repurposed wheel hubs will soon be integrated into the town's floral displays, adding a unique touch of artistry to the village streets.
Awestruck by the exhibition, May Brennan and Majella Tyrell from Carnew Tidy Towns were deeply impressed by the group's efforts and the volume of work presented, expressing their enthusiasm for incorporating the knitted creations into the town's aesthetic.
During the exhibition, the knitters also used the opportunity to give back to the community, presenting a cheque for €2,000 raised through their previous 'Map of Ireland' knitted project to Carnew Community Care Secretary Pat Brennan, who extended heartfelt gratitude to the knitting group, assuring them that the donation would contribute significantly to the much-anticipated kitchen renovations at the centre.
'Visitors and residents alike are encouraged to keep an eye out for these charming 'knitted wheel hubs' as they make their debut alongside Carnew's flourishing flowers,' Carnew Community Care manager Anne Kavanagh said.
'Truly, the spirit of collaboration, creativity, and community continues to thrive in Carnew.'
The knitted Map of Ireland exhibition, recently featured on RTE Nationwide, is ongoing at Carnew Community Care.
