I wanted to tell everyone about a wonderful project that is being spearheaded by Prudence Mapstone, Australian freeform fiber artist extraordinaire.  It’s called The Pink Project.  The inspiration came to Prudence as a result of having participated in the International Freeform Crochet Guild’s Coat of Many Scrumbles in which members from around the world sent freeform “scrumbles” to Prudence who then created a magnificent coat, shawl and umbrella.  The articles were exhibited at the 2005 (I think) Crochet Guild of America Knit and Crochet Show.

The goal of The Pink Project is for members to create “pink” scrumbles” which Prudence has volunteered (with some help) to assemble into handbags, scarves, cushions, etc.  Over 200 members participated in creating the most incredible scrumbles you’ve ever seen.

First round bidding has already begun.  The highest starting price will be posted next to each item on Wednesday, March 4, 2009.  Then bidding will commence in earnest and will run until midnight, Australian Eastern Standard time on Monday, March 9, 2009.  100% of the proceeds will go to breast cancer research.

Please take some time to check them out at The Pink Project auction blog.  And if you see something you like, consider bidding on it.  I’ve already placed a bid on an incredible book cover that I hope I win.

Update 6/6/11

I didn’t win the bid, but I did find a Flickr site that showcases some of Prudence’s Pink Project scrumbles.