CH 227: Craftivism

Today on the podcast I’m talking about a subject that some might find a little controversial, but which I find very inspiring and empowering: craftivism. The idea of changing the world for the better in both big and small ways with the power of making is a wonderful thing. I take a look at the #titsoutcollective spearheaded by Countess Ablaze, talk a bit about how discovering craftivism has changed the way I look at my own craft, and take a peek at some of the lovely patterns from the Collective.

Photo Credit: Townhouse Yarns (Colourway: Get Your Paws Off My Silky Drawers)

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Alongside an eclectic yarn range, which includes Hazel Knits, Icelandic Lopi & CoopKnits, we stock a carefully chosen selection of needles and notions. We’ve also recently launched ‘hand dyed by meadowyarn’, our very own in-house, hand-dyed yarn range. Working in our tiny dye studio, nestled in the Suffolk countryside, we are able to indulge our love of colour, producing complex tonal, kettle-dyed shades across a range of weights and bases. With regular updates our collections evolve and grow, inspired by the landscape and people around us.

AYS is a wool boutique specializing in hand dyed yarns and luxury fibres from around the world. You’ll always find a well curated collection of yarns and colors on the shelves and a friendly knowledgeable staff on hand. Some of our favorite brands include Hedgehog Fibres, SweetGeorgia Yarn, Julie Asselin, Shibui Knits and The Fibre Co. You can find A Yarn Story on Walcot Street in Bath or online at www.ayarnstory.co.uk

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Countess Ablaze

Tits Out Collective

#titsoutcollective on Instagram

Betsy Greer’s Craftivism site and manifesto

Pussy Hat Project

DIY Rules for a WFT World by Krista Suh

Exposure Top by Julie Knits In Paris

Twits Shawl by Agrarian Artisan (crochet)

The Wave Shawl by Dandelions & Butterflies

Flash ‘Em When You’re Ready Shawl by Ann Turley Dreith in Studio ATD

Boobs Out Beanie by Jane Murison

The Erika Cowl by Louise Tilbrook

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