Mother India’s Crochet Queens (MICQ), a collective of women artisans from India, has achieved their sixth Guinness World Record by creating the world’s largest display of crochet squares. This remarkable accomplishment was officially recognized in May 2025, highlighting the group’s dedication to both craftsmanship and community empowerment .
The record-setting display featured 100,581 individually handcrafted crochet squares, each measuring 10×10 inches. These squares were meticulously arranged to form a vibrant and expansive installation, showcasing the collective effort and artistic talent of the participants .
Founded by Smt. Subasri Natarajan, CEO of Vaigai Engineering Pvt Ltd in Tamil Nadu, MICQ has grown into a global network of over 6,000 members. The organization utilizes social media platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook to coordinate activities, share creations, and support each other in their craft.
This latest achievement adds to MICQ’s impressive list of records, including:
- World’s Largest Crocheted Blanket (11,148 sq meters) – 2016
- World’s Longest Crocheted Scarf (14.089 kilometers) – 2017
- World’s Largest Display of Crochet Sculptures (58,917 items) – 2018
- World’s Largest Display of Christmas Decorations (66,158 items) – 2019
- World’s Largest Display of Crochet Scarves (4,517 scarves) – 2024
Beyond setting records, MICQ is committed to social causes. The organization donates handcrafted items to various groups, including newborns, elderly residents, and soldiers, demonstrating the power of art to bring communities together and support those in need .
