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June 1st Panel and Pieces Deadline
June 1st is the deadline for Panels and Partial Panels. We have enough folks signed up, but now we need you to follow through and bring us your works of art. You can drop off your knit and crochet items at any one of our Drop-Off Points. Please remember to attach a label (you can […]
Fiberart International Gets New Look
Hi Folks! Most of you know that Knit the Bridge is the outreach of Fiberart International 2013 – which is up and on view right now! Also FI has a new look. Check out the new fabulous website, tour the exhibition, and learn more about the show!
Meet the KtB Team: Norman Beck!
Introducing Norman Beck, Technical Advisor for the Upper Level Installation! While you might not have seen Norman knitting for the bridge, he has played a crucial role working behind the scenes with riggers, engineers, public works, and machine knitters. Often, you can find Norman at Knit the Bridge functions spreading the word and using the […]
It’s Been a Big Week!
Folks! Great things are happening with Knit the Bridge and the Fiberarts Guild of Pittsburgh this week: Pittsburgh Filmmakers/Pittsburgh Center for the Arts officially entered into an agreement with Knit the Bridge making them our partners for moving this fabulous project forward! And you can thank PF/PCA tonight at the grand opening of Fiberart International […]
KtB at GA/GI Tomorrow Night!
Looking for something to do tomorrow? Want to enjoy nice spring weather (finally) and celebrate arts, sustainability, and innovation? Then join Knit the Bridge for GA/GI tomorrow 6-9pm at 5110 Penn Ave. Come knit, crochet, or learn how. We’ll be there to answer questions, receive your completed panels, and confirm that you’re signed up for […]
Meet the KtB Team: Jenny Tabrum
Since the beginning (of Knit the Bridge) Jenny Tabrum has been an indispensible advisor on all things knit and crochet. She knows the material structure like no one else and has been gently nudging KtB in the best possible yarn bombing direction as a core member of the technical team and KtB crew. She’s also […]
Spring Upcoming Events
Hi folks! Knit the Bridge has a lot going on this spring. So we wanted to take a moment and highlight events and activities. If they’re listed here or on our calendar, you’re welcome to join! Upcoming APRIL EVENTS Wednesday, April 10th, 12 noon -2pm -Knit In at the Homewood Library, 7101 Hamilton Ave Pittsburgh, […]
June 1st Deadline for Panels
There are many rumors swirling around out there about when panels, parts, and railings are due. Let’s clear up the confusion. We now have a June 1st deadline for panels, pieces, and railings. (For those of you who thought they were due in April, no worries – we’ll take them early!) Follow this step-by-step guide […]
Sprout Supports Knit the Bridge!
So far Knit the Bridge has been an incredible experience with lots of occasions for learning new things… like: How do I teach a 4 year old to knit? (very carefully) How do I know if this yarn is acrylic? (burn it) What does insurance and indemnification have to do with a bridge installation? (everything) […]
Pittsburgh Knit & Crochet Festival!
Knit and crochet are the basic building blocks of Knit the Bridge. Here at KtB we love knit and crochet because it’s accessible, it’s simple (at it’s most basic), the tools are affordable (think thrift store yarn and two pencils…), it’s social, and it’s addictive… And every year in the Pittsburgh area there’s a fabulous […]
