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Mark Newport's Knitted Heroes

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the superheroes-get-runs-too dept.

Blaise Faint writes "Mark Newport's knitted comic book covers and superhero costumes are on display and have sold for as much as $5,500.00 (US). Online displays are currently available at Lyons Wier Gallery and Greg Kucera Gallery -- images include Batman, Captain America, Daredevil, The Escapist, Mr. Fantastic, and others."

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  1. Learn some history, people by Atario · · Score: 3, Informative

    Clearly we need more history-of-computing classes. Knitting, weaving, all that sort of stuff, are closely bound to modern computing. Behold:

    The Jacquard Loom, precursor to computer programming itself (you may find the punch cards oddly familiar...)

    "Knitting was one of the first applications of computer programming"

    Ever notice how needlepoint is very pixely?

    And finally, on more general principles:

    Geek: A person with a devotion to something in a way that places him or her outside the mainstream. This could be due to the intensity, depth, or subject of their interest.

    Meaning, you can be a geek about anything. Even knitting.

    Loosen up those buttoned-down minds, folks.

    --
    "A great democracy must be progressive or it will soon cease to be a great democracy." --Theodore Roosevelt