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World Book Day: Willy Wonka and Paddington Bear brought to life in yarn form

Popular book characters including Willy Wonka, The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Paddington Bear have come to life in yarn form.

Crocheters across the country have paid homage to World Book Day on March 7 by recreating characters who have brought joy to generations of readers.

In Walton, West Yorkshire, Lynn Clegg has created a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory topper, complete with a candy house and characters including Charlie Bucket, Willy and even an Oompa Loompa.

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