Glasgow Close KnitPublished 11 Jul 2025
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'Glasgow Close Knit' invites you to an exhibition of the hundreds of knitted and crocheted blankets that have carefully crafted by churches, community groups and individuals, in The 1873 Hall, The Briggait, G1 5HZ, from Monday 11th to Thursday 14th August, 9am-5pm.
All are welcome...
Throughout 2025, people have been celebrating Glasgow 850 in a city-wide communal activity of knitting and crocheting patchwork blankets for 'Glasgow Close Knit'. The hundreds of blankets and thousands of squares that have been brought together for the exhibition in The 1873 Hall, represent the work of many hands and speak of the generous creativity of Glasgow's citizens. 'Glasgow Close Knit' is a communal expression of care for the most vulnerable individuals across the City of Glasgow who live in need of security and warmth.
Later in the year, all the blankets will be distributed to people experiencing homelessness and isolation across the City.
Glasgow Close Knit is project of Glasgow Presbytery (SCO07691) and The Lodging House Mission (SC017283), curation by Gardner & Gardner.