Program Highlight

We wrapped tree branches in yarn and
brought them indoors for Valentine's Day.

Here's what yarn bombing looks like up close!

What on Earth is Yarn Bombing?

You may have noticed that we are planning a program for this Saturday called Yarn Bombing. You may have asked yourself, "What on earth is yarn bombing?"

Bremen Public Library Children's Librarian Brenda Anderson explained that yarn bombing is a form of street art meant to brighten up neighborhoods.

"Yarn bombing uses yarn to wrap trees, poles, bike racks or whatever isn’t moving with colorful designs and patterns. It’s a temporary way lift everyone’s spirits."

Objects can be wrapped in a variety of ways.

"Knitting or crochet skill is not necessary to participate as yarn that is simply wrapped around an object can be striking as well. Yarn bombing is a good way to use those practice strips of new knit or crochet patterns that are cluttering your work space."

You are invited to join us this Saturday, Feb. 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. as we yarn bomb the trees and posts outside our library.

"This is our way of brightening up our little bit of the Midwest in the middle of winter," Anderson said. "Hopefully this will help us hang in there until spring arrives!"