"Progressive crafters will be galvanized by this celebration of homespun resistance." -Publishers Weekly
From beloved craftivist Diana Weymar, creator of the brilliantly subversive Tiny Pricks Project, a collection of projects, actions, and essays to transform your anxiety into action during troubled times.
Ever feel like you're hanging on by a thread?
From the climate crisis, to racism, to gun violence, to attacks on LGBTQ+ rights, the list of issues facing this country goes on and on, and it's only natural to feel anxious about the state of our union. Even if you vote, march, volunteer, and donate, feelings of hopelessness (and helplessness) still creep in.
Crafting a Better World is a new kind of call to action: an activism guide for combatting fatigue and frustration with the handmade. Whether that's sewing a welcome blanket for new immigrants, or making a batch of "vulva chocolates" to raise money at a bake sale for abortion access, this book will teach you how to transform your anxiety into action.
Curated by Diana Weymar, the creator of the Tiny Pricks Project, who knows what it means to meld craft and activism. On Jan. 8, 2018, she stitched "I am a very stable genius" (a Donald Trump quote) into a piece of her grandmother's abandoned needlework from the 1960s and posted it to Instagram. Since then, she's turned her embroidery practice into a material record of the trials facing this country and become a leading voice in the craftivism movement to save our democracy.
Featuring essays, exclusive profiles of well-known creatives, and social justice projects that readers can create by themselves or with their communities, this book is a means to stay engaged, make stuff, and hold ourselves together as we navigate this uncertain personal and political landscape. With contributions from artists and activists, including:
Crafting a Better World is a response to this unique moment in time when so many feel, in equal measure, deep anxiety and deep hope. So pick up a needle, a pen, a spatula--anything--and craft the change you want to see in the world.
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Discover the Greatest Treasure in American History!
"I've hidden a treasure somewhere in the United States that's worth millions upon millions of dollars, and it's waiting for you to find it." - Jon Collins-Black
There's Treasure Inside is not just a book; it's the ultimate treasure map. Created by Jon Collins-Black, this book is your key to embarking on the greatest treasure hunt in American history.
Worth millions of dollars and growing more valuable each day, the pieces in the treasure are as varied as they are unique. Chosen to appeal to a wide range of tastes and interests, items include Bitcoin, antiquities, shipwreck bounty, rare Pokémon cards, sports memorabilia, gold, precious metals, and rare gems. Some objects have historical significance, made or owned by figures like Pablo Picasso, Andrew Carnegie, George Washington, Amelia Earhart, Jackie Onassis, Henry David Thoreau, and Louis Comfort Tiffany. There are even pieces from the original Forrest Fenn treasure, all waiting to be discovered.
But There's Treasure Inside offers more than the promise of literal wealth. This book invites you on a journey not just across America but into enriching tales of world history, personal growth, and the broader treasures of life--love, joy, and understanding.
There's Treasure Inside offers a chance to be part of a legacy of wealth and discovery. Whether you aim to find the literal treasures or simply enjoy the captivating stories, this book invites you to uncover the incredible treasures showcased within.
Embark on this unique journey and see if you have what it takes.
Bring the magic of the natural world to the page through dazzling works of art.
Nature illustrator Rosalie Haizlett has hiked through countless forests with her sketchbook and watercolors, documenting the plants, animals and landscapes that she encounters. She has also taught tens of thousands of students to paint and appreciate nature's beauty through her popular online classes and in-person workshops. In this book, Rosalie provides step-by-step instruction on how to paint 20 realistic insects, fungi, birds, botanicals and mammals in her vibrant wet- on-dry watercolor style. Pick up the skills you need to become a better observer in the outdoors, take your own reference photos and paint a wide variety of subjects so that you can continue to draw inspiration from nature long after you finish the projects in this book. You'll also learn some fun nature facts along the way! Pick up your brush and begin the adventure with projects like: - Fiddlehead Ferns- Daisy
- Imperial Moth
- Moose Antler
- Leaf Sprig
- Pipevine Swallowtail Butterfly
- Cottontail Rabbit
- Wild Blueberries Whether you're a total beginner or ready to take your skills to the next level, Rosalie is here to walk you through every step of the process.