We are calling on all SACS community members – Old Andreans, Hessians, students, parents, grandparents, staff, friends of the school to join us in creating a fabulous art installation by yarn wrapping the pillar at the front of the school as part of our 140-year celebration next year. We welcome contributions from everyone! 

This exciting and fun project invites the entire community to collaborate on an art installation, combining traditional crafts with a modern artistic vision to celebrate our wonderful school's rich history and legacy, a great way to demonstrate SACS Pride. 

All ages and all skill levels are encouraged to participate – the more the merrier and the more we can yarn wrap – those pillars are enormous! 

What you need to do 

You can knit or crochet squares that will form the foundation of our yarn wrapping installation. 

Here are some recommendations to get you started: 

Shape and size: Knit or crochet a square that will be 20cm x 20 cm (8 inches). 

Colour: Use blue, white and gold (school colours) 

Wool or yarn: Acrylic yarn is recommended for durability and weather resistance. Worsted or bulky yarn (10 ply in Australia) works best. 

Knitting: 

Recommend knitting needles 5mm or 6mm (size 8) 

Aim for 32 - 36 stitches, adjusting for your tension (ie how tight or loose your stitches are)

Continue until you have a square; then cast off and start a new one. 

Crocheting: 

Recommend a crochet hook 6mm 

Create a foundation chain that measures 20cm 

Single chain or your preferred stitch in each chain until you reach 20cm (square) 

All skill levels are welcomed and we encourage individual creativity and unique embellishments.

Drop-off: 

Please drop your completed squares by Friday 15 November to SAH or BBC reception, or mail them to Community Engagement, Level 4, St Andrew's Cathedral School, Sydney Square, Sydney NSW 2000 

Share your squares: 

For knitting and crocheting gurus, please share any designs, patterns, templates or tips with us at community@sacs.nsw.edu.au 

Installing the squares:

We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to assist in assembling the squares at the end of 2024 and early next year. Installation is aimed to be completed for the first day of school 2025. Please email community@sacs.nsw.edu.au 

Frequently Asked Questions 

Can squares be a different size or shape than the recommended 20cm? 

We have recommended 20cm squares for uniformity and ease of assembly. However, if you have been struck by inspiration and have a burning desire for something a bit different, please contact community@sacs.nsw.edu.au and let us know your thoughts. 

I can't knit or crochet – can I create a square using a different material eg wet felting? Please contact community@sacs.nsw.edu.au and we will look into it. 

What is the best way to knit the squares? 

A few parents have recommended knitting a diagonal pattern, please click here to download the instructions.