Jun6
NDL Community Art Project: Granny Square Tapestry
June 6
NDL Community Art Project: Granny Square Tapestry
Call for Crocheters! Be part of our Library Community Art Project by contributing a crochet granny square for a tapestry! Community members are invited to submit one handmade granny square to be included in a shared wall hanging. A limited number of squares will be selected for the final piece; all others will be incorporated into a donated item.
Submission time period, June 1 – July 11, 2026 | During regular library hours | Information Desk | Adults 18+
Submission Guidelines:
- Submission Form: All entries must be accompanied by a completed submission form.
- Submission Location: Entries must be submitted in person at the Information Desk.
- Submission Period: June 1 – July 11, 2026, during regular library hours.
- Entry Limit: One square per person. Each granny square must be handmade by the individual submitting it.
- Size: Finished squares should measure approximately 5” x 5”, with all ends woven in.
- Yarn: Worsted-weight yarn is required.
- Hook Size: Any hook size may be used, as long as the finished square measures 5” x 5”.
- Colors: All colors are welcome—creativity is encouraged!
- Pattern: Any pattern may be used, provided it results in a 5” x 5” finished square.
- Condition: Submissions must be clean, odor-free, and neatly finished.
- Returns: Submissions will not be returned.
- Unused Squares: Squares not selected for the final tapestry will be used in a donated item.
- Project Completion: Late August 2026.
- Skill Level: All skill levels are welcome to participate.
A submission form is required.
You do not need a library card to participate in this project.
For more information, please contact Niles District Library, at programming@nileslibrary.net or 269-683-8545 ext. 116.
