Yarn-bombing! Cover Cambridge in Yarn this Winter!!
We are so excited to be working with Cambridge Bid this winter to cover Cambridge in yarn as part of Cambridge Arts Festival, 9th - 18th February 2026.
We need your help to make our yarn-filled dream come true! Inspired by Yarn-Bombing projects throughout the UK and around the world, we are calling upon the craft community in Cambridge, to join as and bring some colour, joy and warmth to the chilliest and often gloomiest time of the year!
(Bicycle stands in Massachusetts, US. Image source: Parkablogs.com)
Our first aim is to create (knit or crochet) bunting to cheer us up after our beautiful Christmas lights are taken down in the New Year. If you would like to help us with making pennants, please feel free to download our free patterns and get crafting!
This knitting pattern is designed to accommodate a variety of yarn weights and so is the perfect stash-busting project.
We are also currently working on a crochet pattern, so watch this space.
Bunting will be hung in the New Year, so please get you pennants in as soon as you can for attachment. Finished pennants can be dropped off at or posted to our shop on King Street.
Our second project is to collaborate with craft groups, or ambitious individuals to work on some larger installations, showcasing the true joy of yarn-craft. If you are interested in working with us or to find out more please get in touch.
We are so excited to be starting 2026 by celebrating knitting, crochet and fibre arts, and to hopefully work with you to make our colourful visions come to life!
(Crocheted locomotive in Lodz, Poland. By Olek)
To find out more about the history of Yarn Bombing, have a read of this article by Denise Tempone.