Creating connection, confidence, and creativity one stitch at a time.
At Crazy Yarn Club, we believe creativity has the power to bring people together, build confidence, reduce isolation, and strengthen communities. Through accessible fiber arts programming, community art projects, and collaborative partnerships, we create welcoming spaces where people can learn, connect, and grow. Here's a look at the impact we're making together.
Our Impact Areas
Connection
Building relationships and reducing isolation.
Confidence
Helping participants learn new skills and believe in their abilities.
Creativity
Providing opportunities for self-expression and lifelong learning.
Community
Creating welcoming spaces where people can belong and contribute.
Impact At A Glance
- 80+ participants served weekly
- 4 active community partners
- 2 library systems
- 1 public art initiative
- 3 founding volunteers
Participants Report:
✅ Feeling less stressed
✅ Feeling more connected
✅ Increased creativity
✅ Greater confidence
✅ Learning new skills
✅ Making new friends
Participant Stories
"Since starting to crochet, I've been able to be more calm for mom, for me. I feel more like myself again and much more creative." -JW
"As a left-handed beginner, I finally found someone who could teach me in a way that made sense."-DS
"I look forward to class every week."_EJ
Community Partnerships
- Marion Public Library
- Cedar Rapids Public Library
- Downtown Cedar Rapids / Economic Development
- Cultivate Hope Corner Store-via Matthew 25 Ministries
- Emery Place Senior Living Center
Featured Project:
- Colorburst 3rd Street-Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Colorburst Third Street is a collaborative public art project developed in partnership with Downtown Cedar Rapids to bring color, creativity, and community connection to the heart of downtown. Through free workshops, community events, and public participation opportunities, residents help create handmade fiber art installations that transform everyday spaces into vibrant works of collective creativity. Colorburst demonstrates the power of community-made art to foster belonging, encourage civic engagement, and create meaningful connections between people, place, and purpose.
Why It Matters
- The impact of Crazy Yarn Club extends beyond yarn and crochet hooks. Participants come together to learn new skills, build confidence, share stories, develop friendships, and rediscover their creativity. Every class, project, and partnership creates opportunities for connection and belonging. The craft is the tool. The people are the purpose.