Could it be finished?
Just a few final touches to make it strong when suspended.
There will be a surprise at the bottom. Will be seen later when installed.
Length 3m, diameter at top 1.5m.
Crocheted from yarn made from used plastic shopping bags. Kindly donated by women from around the world.
Yes, I think I think it's finished.


wish I could visit the exhibition -- this is a really important piece. Superb.
Posted by: Kate | Friday, April 11, 2008 at 05:47 PM
wow. seriously, you are just about the coolest - that is wonderful...
Posted by: Marnie | Wednesday, April 09, 2008 at 10:36 AM
Creazioni stupendeeeeeeeeee
Bravissima!
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Posted by: Carmela | Thursday, March 13, 2008 at 11:58 AM
you are such an inspiration! gorgeous and meaningful all in one.
Posted by: leslie | Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at 02:07 AM
Your Vortex is sensational. I just wish I could see it in New York. The colours, the shape - brilliant. And yes, what a wonderful use of those bags. And I love your sea shore photos.
Posted by: Carol | Monday, March 10, 2008 at 05:29 PM
Hi helle,
I love your stuff, but your vortex is beyond amazing!
joanne
Posted by: mrs moon | Monday, March 10, 2008 at 07:13 AM
wow. wow. wowzers. wow. and harry is so very handsome. he is lucky to have such a kind friend to stay with!
Posted by: natasha | Sunday, March 02, 2008 at 03:57 PM
Hi, this is Kevin from Deep Sea News, I love the knitted marine inverts! I'd like to steal some photos for next Friday Picture and link to your site if thats all right with you?
Posted by: kevin z | Sunday, March 02, 2008 at 12:01 AM
Way to go! I hope I get to see it up close.
Posted by: Lindsay | Saturday, March 01, 2008 at 03:23 PM
It's awe-inspiring - you rock!
Posted by: Delica | Saturday, March 01, 2008 at 08:33 AM
What a treat to have you all visit. I hope some of you will see it in the flesh!
Posted by: helle Jorgensen | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 10:53 PM
oooh,
Congratulations, Helle. I can't wait to see it in New York.
The only hurdle left is letting it go after all this time.
And remember - that came out of YOUR head, Lady, no one elses! : )
Posted by: rockpoolcandy | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 09:19 PM
oooh,
Congratulations, Helle. I can't wait to see it in New York.
The only hurdle left is letting it go after all this time.
And remember - that came out of YOUR head, Lady, no one elses! : )
Posted by: rockpoolcandy | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 09:18 PM
And...how does it feel to consider it finished?? No whirling hole in the stomach??
It looks superbe!!
Posted by: Uschi | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 06:26 PM
yay!! it looks stunning!!! congratulations ; ) your work is superb + inspiring.... enjoy the vortex!!!!!!
Posted by: kee | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 04:41 PM
amazing, you and your art. and happy birthday too! :)
Posted by: catherine | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 11:10 AM
It's fabulous! I can't wait to see it in person.
Posted by: Saltygal | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 11:10 AM
Brilliant!
Posted by: Anne | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 08:37 AM
congratulations! what a feat!
Posted by: meg | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 02:53 AM
yes, gorgeous, I feel really fine watching the images (all of them) you show us. I feel really really grateful to have found you at the virtual space, at least! :)
Posted by: xul | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 02:33 AM
yes, gorgeous, I feel really fine watching the images (all of them) you show us. I feel really really grateful to have found you at the virtual space, at least! :)
Posted by: xul | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 02:31 AM
Wonderful!!
Posted by: boodely | Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 12:34 AM
At last - a photo of how the vortex is supposed to be displayed! I've loved looking at all the close up pictures of the vortex in progress but before now didn't really have a clue about how the finished item would look.
Posted by: Jessica | Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at 11:57 PM
it has been so much fun to track the progress of this major project. i wish i could see the installation!
Posted by: abbyjane | Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at 10:52 PM
It is fabulous, really amazing.
Posted by: Alex | Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at 09:28 PM