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Color is coming to downtown Cedar Rapids—and you’re invited to help create it.
The Crazy Yarn Lady Yarnbombing Project is a community-driven installation that transforms everyday spaces into something vibrant, creative, and connected.
Whether you’re an experienced fiber artist or have never picked up a hook, there’s a place for you here.
Colorburst 3rd Street: a community yarn bombing
Get ready for a burst of color! Join us in Cedar Rapids, IA, for a vibrant community yarn bombing project on 3rd Street. This exciting event is a wonderful opportunity to express your creativity, meet fellow yarn enthusiasts, and transform our urban landscape with beautiful, handcrafted art. It’s a perfect way to celebrate the chaos that is creativity and bring joy to our community.
Why community events matter
They bring people back to each other in a real, tangible way. In a world that often feels disconnected, gathering face-to-face to create something together builds relationships, trust, and a shared sense of belonging. Public art installations take that a step further by turning everyday spaces into something meaningful—something created by the community, for the community. They invite people to slow down, notice, and feel connected to where they live. Creativity becomes the bridge. It gives people a voice, a sense of pride, and a way to leave their mark. That’s what this is really about—not just yarn, but creating moments, connections, and a community people can see, touch, and be part of.
New to crochet or want to build your skills before contributing?
Want to learn, practice, or stay involved past this project?
This project starts here—but it doesn’t end here.
Get involved and celebrate creativity
This project brings together individuals, groups, and organizations to create handmade fiber art pieces that will be installed throughout downtown Cedar Rapids.
Participants can contribute in a way that works for them:
• Attend a beginner-friendly workshop
• Create pieces independently at home
• Participate as a group or organization
• Volunteer during installation
We’ll provide guidance on:
• Types of pieces to create (tree wraps, mandalas, panels)
• Suggested sizes for different spaces
• Opportunities to contribute individually or as part of a group
As the project grows, installations will begin appearing throughout downtown.