Misson community raises thousands of pounds for charity with yarn bombing event

Yarn bombing has raised money for Guide Dogs

Submitted by Emma Hill

The community of Misson, in Nottinghamshire, brought a splash of colour to the village green in an effort to raise money for a charity close to their hearts.

A 'yarn bombing' event was held in the village and raised £4,000 for the charity Guide Dogs.

Yarn bombing is a type of street art where yarn is used instead of using paint, by covering everyday objects in the street like lampposts or fences with colourful creations, for everyone to see.

There were around 30 people from the community knitting various items and decorations during the last lockdown - ready for the socially distanced event on July 17.