Date
Wednesday
Jun
11

June 11

Yarn Bombing Day

Get ready to add some color and creativity to your city streets - it's Yarn Bombing Day, the perfect excuse to get out and spread some yarn love!

Yearly Date
June 11
Type
Day

Introduction

Get your needles and yarn ready because June 11 is Yarn Bombing Day! This quirky holiday celebrates the art of "yarn bombing", which involves covering public spaces with colorful knitted or crocheted designs. The origins of this unique form of street art can be traced back to Texas in the early 2000s, and it has since gained popularity all over the world. Yarn bombers use their crafty skills to add a touch of whimsy and creativity to their surroundings, often surprising and delighting passersby. So join in on the fun and spread some joy through yarn bombing on this special day!

Yarn Bombing Day Timeline

2005
First Documented Yarn Bombing
Texan knitters, led by Magda Sayeg, yarn bombed a door handle at her local boutique, marking the beginning of yarn bombing as a recognized art form.
2008
Yarn Bombing Goes International
The International Fiber Collaborative collaborated with over 800 artists to wrap an abandoned gas station in Syracuse, New York entirely in yarn.
2011
First National Yarn Bombing Day
June 11 is designated as National Yarn Bombing Day, encouraging knitters and crocheters worldwide to participate and yarn bomb their local areas.
2012
Largest Yarn Bombing Event
Thousands of knitters covered the John Lennon Memorial in New York's Central Park with yarn, marking the largest yarn bombing event so far.
2018
Yarn Bombing Reaches New Heights
A group of Chilean artists yarn bombed an entire neighborhood, setting a new record for the largest area covered by a single yarn bombing project.

How to Celebrate Yarn Bombing Day

1

Create a yarn bombing display

Gather some friends and create a colorful and creative yarn bombing display in a public area, such as a park or street corner. This will not only celebrate Yarn Bombing Day, but also bring joy to passersby.

2

Host a knitting party

Invite friends over for a knitting party where everyone can contribute to a larger yarn bombing project. This is a great way to bond with friends and create something beautiful together.

3

Explore your city for existing yarn bombings

Take a walk around your city and look for any existing yarn bombings. Not only will you get to appreciate the art, but you may also get inspiration for your own yarn bombing projects.

4

Teach someone how to knit

Spread the love for yarn bombing by teaching someone how to knit. This not only celebrates Yarn Bombing Day, but also promotes the art of knitting and encourages others to try it out.

5

Donate knitted items to a local charity

Celebrate Yarn Bombing Day by giving back to the community. Knit hats, scarves, or blankets and donate them to a local charity to help those in need stay warm during the colder months.

Why We Love Yarn Bombing Day

A

It's a unique form of art and expression

Yarn bombing, also known as yarn graffiti, is a form of street art where knitted or crocheted pieces are placed on public structures or objects. This creative and often whimsical form of self-expression adds color and personality to otherwise bland and ordinary spaces.

B

It brings people together

Yarn bombing projects often involve a group of individuals coming together to create pieces and install them in public spaces. This encourages collaboration and community involvement, making it not just an act of art, but also a way to bond with others.

C

It can be done by anyone

One of the best things about yarn bombing is that anyone can do it - you don't have to be an expert knitter or crocheter. It's a great way for beginners to try out their skills and contribute to a larger art project, without any pressure or expectations.

Yarn Bombing Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Jun 10
Saturday
2024
Jun 10
Monday
2025
Jun 10
Tuesday
2026
Jun 10
Wednesday
2027
Jun 10
Thursday