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UK ‘yarnbombers’ crochet for the coronation

A crocheted post box topper to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III is seen in the village of Haydock in northwestern England. (Photo: AFP)

LONDON: They are the knitting and crocheting enthusiasts who secretly craft themed decorations for British royal weddings and jubilees, then put them out in public places under the cover of darkness.

Now the country’s small army of unassuming “yarnbombers” has swung into action for the coronation of King Charles III on Saturday — and no postbox is safe from their tea cosy-like creations.

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