Today, September 12, Google has surprised its users with a new doodle dedicated to Scoubidou, a very popular craft activity in the 1960s. Google doodles usually commemorate important dates, historical events or notable people, and this time they have decided to pay tribute to this manual art of French origin.
The doodle, as usual, is interactive and colorful, inviting users to discover more about this weaving technique that, Although it has fallen out of fashion in some places, it remains a creative hobby for many people.
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What is Scoubidou?
He Scooby-Doo It is a form of manual art that It emerged in France in the 1950s. It consists of weaving strips of plastic, colored threads or strings to create various decorative objects, such as bracelets, key chains or figures. The most characteristic of this type of craft is the use of knots y braided that form intricate and colorful patterns.
The name “Scoubidou” comes from a popular French song from the 1950s, and it is said that this term was adopted to describe the technique due to its popularity among children of the time.
During the 1960s, the Scoubidou It spread rapidly throughout Europe and America, becoming a hobby common at school playgrounds and summer camps.
The fascinating thing about Scoubidou is its versatility. With just a few strips of material, simple or complex pieces can be created, depending on the skill of the knitter. In addition, it is a perfect activity to develop motor skills, concentration and creativity, which has kept it current for decades.
Scooby Strings, the bracelets that became popular in the 90’s and 2000’s
In some countries, especially in the United States, the plastic strips used for create Scoubidou projects are known as Scooby StringsThese plastic cords are flexible and come in a variety of vibrant colors, allowing creators to customize their designs.
Scooby Strings, also called “gimp” or “boondoggle”, were widely marketed in craft stores during the popularity of Scoubidou in the 60s and 70s. As if that weren’t enough, In Mexico and other countries they became popular between the decades from the 90’s and 2000’s.
The use of these ropes is also part of what makes Scoubidou so attractive to children: Its flexibility and strength allow projects not to fall apart easily, making the products last a long time.
Google dedicates the doodle of September 12 to the Scoubidou
Every day, Google surprises us with a different doodlebut it is not common to dedicate oneself to a craft activity such as ScoubidouSo why has the tech giant chosen to highlight this art form today? The main reason is to celebrate its history and its influence on mid-20th century popular culture, especially in France, its country of origin.
Furthermore, the Scoubidou represents a clear example of how the Traditional crafts still have relevance in our society, serving as a reminder of the importance of creativity and art in all its forms.
PJG
