The Community Garden
We're making one big framed canvas covered in flowers, knit and crocheted by our community from scrap yarn. Make a flower (or ten), drop it off, and see it bloom on our wall for our 2nd anniversary.
Key dates
Flower specs
Anyone who knits or crochets can join, at any skill level. Follow these so your flower fits the wall.
| Style | Any 3D flower, knit or crochet. Use one of our patterns or your own favorite. |
|---|---|
| Size | 1.5 to 4 in across. A mix of sizes looks best, so small ones are welcome. |
| Yarn | Any scrap yarn. Fingering to worsted weight works best. |
| Color | Any color. We arrange the canvas by color when we build it. |
| Leaves | Green leaves are welcome too and help fill the gaps. |
| Finishing | Weave in your ends but leave one 6 in tail. We use it to attach your flower. |
| How many | As many as you like. |
Free patterns
Not sure where to start? These are a good place to begin. Any other flower pattern works too.
Free crochet flower patterns
A collection of free crochet flower patterns from Moara Crochet, from simple five-petal blooms to layered roses.
Free knit flower patterns
A roundup of 13 free 3D knitted flower patterns from Knit-Knit, including a rose, daffodil, sunflower, lavender and forget-me-nots. The rose is a good one for beginners.
How to send us your flower
Drop it off
- Fill in a Community Garden tag at the counter with your name and Instagram handle.
- Pin the tag to your flower.
- Pop it in the drop-off box, Wednesday to Sunday during shop hours.
Live farther away? Mail it
Include a note with your name, email and Instagram handle (if you have one), and mail your flowers to:
Flowers need to arrive by Sat Feb 27, 2027.
Questions
Do I have to use one of your patterns?
No. Any 3D knit or crochet flower is welcome. The patterns are there if you want a starting point.
I've never made a flower. Can I still take part?
Yes. Come to one of our stitch nights and we'll help you make your first one, or book a private lesson.
Will I get my flower back?
No. Every flower becomes a permanent part of the canvas on display in the shop.
Can I make more than one?
Please do. We're aiming for around 300 flowers, so every one helps.
How will I be credited?
Every maker's name goes on a list displayed beside the finished canvas, and we'll feature flowers on Instagram if you tick "OK to feature" on your tag.
Share your flowers in progress and see what everyone is making.
#AriYARNCommunityGarden