{"title":"Magazines","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMagazines that explore sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, and every other craft we can't help but geek out over, handpicked by gather here.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pom-pom-quarterly-summer-2020","title":"Pom Pom Quarterly, Summer 2020 – Print + Digital","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIssue 33: Summer 2020 – Print + Digital\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe theme for our summer issue is the sun – as we’ve moved through the classic elements of water, earth, and air for our quarterly inspiration we next looked to fire, by way of this life giving star. The designers have embodied its energetic colours and radiance as their inspiration, creating pieces for this season to enjoy from sunrise to sunset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue has \u003cstrong\u003etwo\u003c\/strong\u003e covers, we just couldn’t decide on one this quarter! But don’t sweat, no matter which cover you receive, exactly the same wonderful content is inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe world has taken a difficult turn since we started compiling this issue, and while the sun shines we are all staying indoors as much as we can. We hope that many of you, in this time of social distancing and change, can take comfort in the familiarity of crafting. We hope that this summer collection of knit and crochet warm-weather makes will transport you in whatever way you need. Our summer issue always aims for items truly wearable in warmer climes but this quarter we aim to convey an extra dose of joy and comfort also.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeaturing designs by:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePAULA PEREIRA \/\/ AMALIA SIEBER \/\/ RACHAEL REESE \/\/ ISA CATEPILLÁN \/\/ NATALIYA SINELSHCHIKOVA \/\/ WENCKE PERTERMANN \/\/ ERICA SUFKA \/\/ SANDRA GUTIERREZ \/\/ EZGI TANDOGAN ONAT \/\/  JULIA WILKENS \/\/  MARJAN GOUDA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sun also shines on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/katgoldin\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eKat Goldin\u003c\/a\u003e’s recipe, a simple handmade pasta flavoured with sun-dried tomatoes and our fun crochet tutorial which accompanies Marjan Gouda’s scrunchie pattern. We feel so lucky to have incandescent artwork by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jujuvail\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eJuju Vail\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto accompany vibrant photography by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/bluespit\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eShingi Rice\u003c\/a\u003e, and luminous jewellery from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ilistastudio\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eIlista Studio\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estyled alongside our collection’s pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope with all our hearts that this collection of tops, along with two shawls, and a bag, shares the euphoria the sun can bring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase of the print magazine also includes access to a digital copy of Issue 33. We will ensure all readers can access their PDF on the official on-sale date, 24th June, by emailing them with a unique download code that they can redeem via Ravelry. If your print copy has arrived at that time you can also download via Ravelry using the code on the inside front cover of your print copy in the usual way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted in the UK on lovely heavy paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e– includes digital download code available to redeem from 24th June 2020 –\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erecipes, articles, tutorials + more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePom Pom \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pompommag.com\/errata\/\" title=\"PomPom Mag Errata\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eErrata\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003ejust in case you need it)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003echeck out other issues of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/shop.gatherhereonline.sbs\/collections\/pompom\" title=\"Pom Pom Quarterly and more\"\u003ePom Pom\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pompom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32169466986583,"sku":"POMQ33 DISCO","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/products\/Pompom-Pom-Pom-Quarterly-Summer-2020-Print-Digital-gather-here-online_eca5ab7f-1bff-40dd-b7d5-006bee683fc8.jpg?v=1639930318"},{"product_id":"making-magazine-no-12-dusk","title":"Making Magazine No. 12 Dusk","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 12 \/ DUSK –\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eincludes projects and artwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Rachel Gloria Adams, \u003c\/span\u003eBess Casey Wilke, Louisa Burtonshaw, Alexis Bailey, Kristine Vejar, Kimberly Hamlin, Tatiana Sarasa, Katia Ferris, Elizabeth Miller, Katie Dionne, Leila Raven, Tiffany Chen, Norah Gaughan, Eline Alcocer, Camille Romano, Saysha Greene, Ksenia Naidyon, Susan B Anderson, Julie Robinson, Paula Pereira, Elena Solier Jansà and Kathy Hattori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnit and sewn garment patterns are sized up to fit at least a 60\" bust measurement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nKNIT • SEW • QUILT • EMBROIDER • CROSS STITCH • CROCHET • NEEDLE FELT • RECIPES + MORE \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Making","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40804008100037,"sku":"MM-12DUSK","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/products\/Making-Making-Magazine-No-12-Dusk-gather-here-online.jpg?v=1645570007"},{"product_id":"by-hand-no-14-hudson-valley","title":"By Hand No 14, Hudson Valley","description":"\u003cb\u003eROAD TRIP THROUGH UPSTATE NEW YORK\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor centuries, upstate New York has been the refuge of artists, writers, crafters and city-dwellers—the close proximity to one of the world’s most enticing cities enhances the quiet, sleepy charm of the Hudson Valley region.  Meet makers with fascinating backstories who explore their crafts fully amidst cozy, pastoral landscapes.  This area is also home to one of the largest wool festivals each year.  Dutchess County Sheep \u0026amp; Wool Festival in Rhinebeck, NY, regularly welcomes tens of thousands of visitors in a single weekend for a fiber celebration.  Because this year’s festival is cancelled, By Hand visits the area without the crowds and hustle, exploring it in-depth so that future travelers can see the best of what the Hudson Valley has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLookbook No.14 \u003c\/b\u003eincludes almost a dozen inspiring projects for you to make at home.  Embroider a delftwork-inspired lampshade, try your hand at a new accessory with Rose Pearlman’s punch needle clutch, or stitch a simple quilt with vivid, indigo blues designed by Salt + Still. This book also contains a new sewn garment pattern from Andrea Hungerford: the Hudson, an A-Line swing coat that is approachable and stylish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLookbook No.14\u003c\/b\u003e includes a collection of new knitting patterns, as well. Sloane Rosenthal has created a scholarly, cabled sweater in heathery dark tones, and cables take new, botanical shapes in an elegant crescent shawl, designed by Katerina Rieckel. A chic, vintage-inspired cable top by Andrea Hungerford adds a bit of casual flair, while Hannah Thiessen’s chunky, large-scale scarf is a dramatic statement piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLearn more about these makers in this issue, their use of materials and process, and the influences of values, hard work, handcraft, and artistry:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnnabelle's Village Bake Shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCal Patch - Interview focusing on multiple crafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClove \u0026amp; Creek - makers handworks in Kingston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCucina Restaurant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold Spring - exploration of natural beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHand Dyers of Hudson Valley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFarmers Markets and Stands in Hudson Valley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMurky Depths Dye House\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Highlands Foundry - vintage textiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Quiet Botanist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRose Hill Farm - peaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRhinebeck - exploration of the area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSalt + Still - Quilting with Natural Dyes \u0026amp; Fabrics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSawkill Farm - sustainable farming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe patterns and projects in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLookbook No.14 are the perfect opportunity to stretch your wings a little and try your hand at something new. 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In her article, You Can't Eat a Flag, Dr Catherine Harper examines how artists across the world have used flags to subvert and question our society.  \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #4d5156; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #4d5156; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eJohann Wolfgang Goethe\u003c\/span\u003e, the German writer, proclaimed that “a country starts with a name and a flag and then becomes them.” Flags unquestionably stir loyalty: citizens pledge allegiance to, and use the desecration of, flags as a protest or way to express political dissent. Generations of the military have lived and died for a flag on the battlefield. In military funerals, the flag is draped over the coffin, eventually with reverence these colors are laid up in churches, the length and breadth of England turned to dust. When we celebrate Her Majesty the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in June, the sales of flags and bunting will boom. During the celebrations, spare a thought for the power of the flag.  Of course, it is not just flags that communicate identity. Other textiles have been used to brand a nation, such as Israel’s fashion diplomacy in the postwar years, and as a symbol of cultural identity, communicated through the Romanian blouse. We dive deep into this cultural icon and invite you to make your own no-waste blouse in our workshop. When cultural identity is threatened it is often textiles that artists turn to express their descent, as we see in the delicate powerful stitched work of Belarusian Rufina Bazlova and the Sami artist, Britta Marakatt-Labba.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePolly Leonard, Founder \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u0026amp; Editor of Selvedge Magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selvedge Magazine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42737199317247,"sku":"9771742254051 106","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/products\/cover106-04_d5270bff-fe2f-402a-bc93-c6e2e5f2ba12.jpg?v=1651334124"},{"product_id":"radical-threads-magazine-issue-2","title":"Radicle Threads Magazine - Issue 2","description":"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInside this issue:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 delicious recipes you’ll want to make all Spring and Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 Crochet \u0026amp; Knit patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 Bonus patterns available on our website to finish your sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Article on micro-farming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 Thought-provoking articles and poetry on current events, ancestry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Radicle Threads:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRadicle Threads is a BBIMP grassroots company that aims to create a sustainable, ethical, and equitable online and print publication with a focus on crafting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur mission is to uplift, amplify, and empower BBIMP voices and to share our knowledge, skills, and experiences with the goal of increasing accessibility for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Please note*  BBIMP, Black, Brown, Indigenous, Melanated People is created by Louiza “Weeze” Doran \u003ca title=\"@accordingtoweeze - Instagram.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/accordingtoweeze\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e@accordingtoweeze\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe understand and realize that we are not a monolith and our views, thoughts, and opinions are representative of us, our contributors, and not all BBIMP. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Radicle Threads Magazine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42814113874175,"sku":"RT2-GROWTH","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/products\/Cover-Issue2_1.jpg?v=1652794818"},{"product_id":"selvedge-issue-107-high-summer","title":"Selvedge Issue 107: High Summer","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHIGH SUMMER: Keeping Cool in Linen and Lace\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLinen is one of the oldest and most environmentally sustainable fibres. It has undoubted ethical and aesthetic appeal. Derived from the flax plant, the second-most productive fibre crop, it is surpassed only by hemp.  Linen flourishes organically, and in contrast to cotton, needs only rainwater to thrive, which fortunately is in abundance in the swath of land that stretches along the coast from Brittany in France through Flanders to Friesland in the Netherlands, where the crop is cultivated today. The processing of linen is also simple and can be undertaken domestically, as is demonstrated by several projects, described in Dr John Ennis’ article ‘The Good Seed on the Land’, that have successfully reintroduced linen cultivation across Europe.   We are watching the weather with anticipation for just the right moment for the harvest to begin at the Linen Project in the Netherlands which will be live-streamed as a Slow TV experience. See the Selvedge website for updates.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLinen has strong hollow fibres with almost no elasticity. Its ability to absorb 20% of its weight in moisture makes it an ideal summer fabric, but when this moisture evaporates, the fibres are prone to crease. This is a quality that has been exploited through the centuries by lacemakers in Flanders and the coiffes of Brittany, as well as contemporary artists like Mercedes Vincente, who relies on linen’s ability to hold a fold in her shell-inspired sculpture.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLinen lost favour in the late 20th century partly due to the perception that it was a high-maintenance fibre; yet, once formality was abandoned in favour of a more casual look, linen took off again. In this issue, we explore the work of makers who employ the relaxed quality of linen to great effect: recently deceased Alison Morton, who wove extraordinary-ordinary textiles, and Jackie Parsons is inspired by the Dutch masters’ uber-comfortable, informal domestic bliss.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe lustre and softness of linen make it an obvious choice for printers, seen in the contemporary stencilled work of Pauline Greuell in the Netherlands, as well as, in a tiny town near Italy’s northeastern coast, where the unique art of handmade, rust-printed textiles is still alive thanks to a piece of living history: a massive stone-and-wood mangle designed, in part, by Leonardo da Vinci.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs the mercury rises, our attention turns to the sun and we look at ‘The New Sun’, a body of work by Caroline McQuarrie, that explores what life might have been like for the women living with or alongside the miners in early-colonial Aotearoa New Zealand.  \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFinally, representations of ‘Solar Worship \u0026amp; Symbolism’ amongst Indian and Mexican communities by Sophie Vent show us the importance of the warmth of the sun in all our lives. If you are doing a little sun- worshiping yourself, pop a copy of Selvedge in your beach bag! Happy reading!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePolly Leonard\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selvedge Magazine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42976100548863,"sku":"9771742254051 107","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/products\/107CoverDigitalNEW.jpg?v=1656518460"},{"product_id":"selvedge-issue-108-farm","title":"Selvedge Issue 108: Farm","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom Polly Leonard, Founder of Selvedge Magazine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSince the 1800s, farming has run the gamut from natural to GMO. But now that governments have entered the fray with supportive subsidies, and organic farmers are making a concerted marketing effort to illustrate the value of this methodology, growth in the organic movement has accelerated. From its origins to today’s explosive industry expansion, we see how the organic food industry has grown over the last half-century into a global phenomenon.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCommunicating the key benefits of this type of agriculture is critical as it is a more expensive method of production, resulting in pricey products. Today two-thirds of households buy organic products and consumers are increasingly interested in the provenance of their purchases. The move towards organic offerings doesn’t end at the plate — instead, shoppers are looking for holistic options across the board.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSo why are fibre farmers lagging behind? Textiles are tricky: the old adage ‘you get what you pay for’ is a bit of a paradox when it comes to clothing. Fast fashion may be poorly constructed and quickly falls apart but fossil fuel fabrics actually last way longer than farmed fabrics. Despite the current trend for darning, it is a hard sell to convince consumers that they should spend ten times more on a wool sweater so they have the luxury of darning the elbows when they rub through. Clearly, we need more ammunition in our arsenal. In her article Yan Tan Tethera, Judith Schwartz extolled the environmental benefits of raising sheep. Elsewhere, Adrian Pepe discovers the quality of local Awassi fleece as economic necessity forces him to the hills to source materials. We stay with sheep as Annie Oakley Waterman explores northern Portugal and finds a thriving artisan economy supported by local breeds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe also look at farmed fibre cultivation; willow in the UK, abaca in the Philippines, linen in Slovakia and hemp in South Korea, and find blueprints for sustainable production everywhere we visit. If you would like to try your hand at living off of the land Bella Gonshorovitz teaches us how to grow, cook, dye and wear rhubarb.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs the war in Ukraine slips from the headlines we remind our readers of The Beautiful Everyday - Refined Elegance of the Ukrainian Peasant in our stunning shoot styled for us by Maria Kvitka and photographed by Dmytro Komissarenko.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selvedge Magazine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43297265680639,"sku":"9771742254051-108","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/products\/88509a91-e35d-8a97-13a4-662e30616c43.jpg?v=1662137944"},{"product_id":"copy-of-radicle-threads-magazine-issue-3","title":"Radicle Threads Magazine - Issue 3","description":"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInside this issue:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 Recipes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 Crochet \u0026amp; 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One of my lasting impressions from this Selvedge tour of India is how inspiring it is to see a country embracing a new epoch that, with government support, has shaken off the shackles of the past. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis attitude is reflected worldwide in communities previously oppressed by colonial powers, who suffered the barbaric practice of enslavement, cruel segregationist policies and institutionalised racism but are now emancipated, self-confident, and taking centre stage. These makers previously excluded from the European canon are embracing ancestral knowledge, regional materials, and craft practices, transforming them into sustainable practices born out of a desire for a future based on social justice. In this issue, Annebella Pollen describes Sonya Clark’s unravelling of the Confederate Battle flag as a symbolic dismantling of white supremacy. 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Similar cheerful patterns can be seen in the textile designs of Andy Warhol displayed at the Fashion and Textile Museum, London, until 10 September: they capture the optimistic mood of the postwar recovery when fabric was scarce, and consumers were looking for cheap and cheerful prints.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTextiles always reflect the times in which they are made, and now sustainability is at the forefront of our consciousness, ancient fabrics are at the vanguard. We see plain woven structures constructed from undyed yarn used to create textured surfaces. Materials that demonstrate our desire for a connection to the earth, reject the digital age and acknowledge a simpler life are our focus. In this issue, Rachel Baker finds respite from failing health by relocating to the Luberon, France, where she forages for plants to use to dye vintage linens in a regenerative practice. 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We trace the routes of fibres and fabrics across centuries to and from the north of England, from the so-called “slave cloth,” spun and woven by hand on the Pennine moors, to the bales of used fast fashion that make their way from British High Streets to the markets and toxic mountains of waste in West Africa.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn this issue, we discover that all roads lead to Lancashire, such as the streets of Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India, known as the “Manchester of the East,” and where Mahatma Gandhi found support for his freedom struggle from Indigenous mill owners. Gandhi visited Darwin in 1931 to apologize to the local mill workers affected by his boycott of British goods. Gandhi, in turn, was inspired by the work of Ethel Mairet, who had found inspiration in the handweaving she observed when visiting (Ceylon) Sri Lanka. 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As a new graduate over thirty years ago, I was fortunate to benefit from talented teachers and advocates whose belief in my ability far outstretched my own; Chrissie White and Mary Schoeser are familiar names in the textile world, but our community is peppered with such pioneers whose vision and tenacity have impacted society beyond their immediate circle. In this issue, we spotlight these unsung heroes: Jenny Tiramani, the principal of the School of Historic Dress, whose force of personality galvanised a team of enthusiasts to create a world-leading institution. Dan Driscoll, the founder of The Anou, developed a computer system based on pictograms to give illiterate artisans in Morocco agency over selling their work to a global audience. The founders of NGOs in Kutch, India, who have worked tirelessly for decades to elevate and preserve the region’s unique crafts and eliminate exploitation. Others, such as Her Majesty Queen Azizh of Malaysia’s Royal Pahang Weaving prison project, use their privileged platform to benefit others. We celebrate these individuals whose tenacity has turned their passion to good use. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOver the last decade, we have seen entrepreneurs and influencers take centre stage as the monetising of crafts has come to represent success in our community. Some early adopters have garnered a large following, as described by Beth Wingarder in her article Historic Clothing Come Back and we thank them for enriching our lives. It is a seductive ideology that declares anyone and everyone can achieve work-life balance by pumping their passion for profit. The trend exacerbated by the cost of living crisis, accessibility of platforms such as Etsy and Folksy, the romanticised version of the life of craftspeople portrayed on Instagram and the minimal financial outlay needed to initiate textile crafts. This is only part of the story. The labour innate to many textile crafts conflicts with the profit motive, killing the joy and leaving makers working long hours to fulfill orders for little remuneration. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI am inspired by Dr. Christine Millar, who states that sewing as a hobby allows her to engage in art on her terms. The idea that something beautiful only has value once sold makes me question the value our society places on making. I leave you with some food for thought – can textile crafts have value solely because they give us pleasure, define our identity, and make us feel fulfilled, or do we have to register a domain name every time we start a new knitting project? 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So, to achieve a blue and white design, it is necessary to create a mechanical or chemical resist and submerge the cloth in a dye bath. In her article “True Blue,” Liz Hoggard uncovers contemporary brands mastering the techniques to produce slow fashion favourites. Is it an abundance of the world’s favourite colour combinations that makes resist dye irresistible?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHuman beings are hard-wired to find patterns everywhere. Patterns created through resist dyeing are found all over the world, and from intricate multi-coloured ikat in Uzbekistan and the 16-stage process used to create Ajrak in Gujarat. Is it the place it holds in much of humanity’s intangible cultural heritage that makes resist dyeing irresistible?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e2024 is the International Year of Batik, see batikinternational.com for details, and in this issue, collector Rudolf Smend explains why he is drawn to the apex of the craft practices in Indonesia. Yet this one technique has many forms of expression, from the Arabic-inspired designs of Nazek Hamdi to the precise patterns achieved in Miao batik from China. Is it its versatility that makes resist dying irresistible?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eI would love to learn what makes resist dyeing irresistible for you. 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I want to take this opportunity to thank my team for going above and beyond in putting the magazine together in my absence, to Katerina, Catherine, Florencia, Kate, and Ella – without your dedication; this issue simply would not have been possible. I also want to thank Param Pandya and Ravi Ramswami in India and all of the hundreds of artisans, designers, and curators from Ladakh to Kerala who invited us into their homes and hearts – your warmth and hospitality will stay with us forever.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeading a tour has highlighted the importance of teamwork, and in this issue, we focus on working hand-in-hand with others. For instance, the special relationship between teacher and student is explored in Nicola Miles’s article about her teacher and mentor, Lou Taylor. In this article, Taylor describes the pleasure of watching students encounter historic garments for the first time. In another story, we discover how Nike Davies-Okundaye balances the pleasure of solitary work and what she gains from sharing her skills by burning the midnight oil!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuccessful collaborations come in many forms and involve different levels of cooperation. Madrid-based Milliners Maleza joined forces with Claudy Jongstra in her LOADS project – the resulting hats were the outcome of discrete contributions from both designers. Similarly, when designer Odette Blum invited 27 artists to respond to a theme, she gave them a free hand – the project culminated in a book that celebrates their different visions. As Elizabeth King, Head of Costume Production at the Royal Opera House in London, explains, collaborations with more rigid external parameters require more skilled negotiations. 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Thao Phuong shares her account of how artisan Phan Thi Thuan navigates the symbiotic relationship between tourists and craft in Vietnam by contributing to the greater interest in lotus-silk weaving and deftly demonstrating how crafts can survive hand in hand with tourism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRamesh Menon of Save the Loom warns in Vinita Makhija’s article “Hope for Handloom” about “handmade being positioned on the premise of charity.” He notes, “Most who venture to support continue to play this card, damaging the sector. Handmade is the ultimate luxury and needs to be positioned and marketed in that realm.” Views shared by Madhu Vaishnav of Saheli Women, a co-operative based in Rajasthan. In a round-table conversation, Makhaja’s panel contributed insights into how technology can be used in tandem with the craft sector for mutual benefit. 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According to the Jewish fable, “when Solomon sat upon the carpet, he was caught up by the wind, and sailed through the air so quickly that he breakfasted at Damascus and supped in Media.” The term magic carpet is believed to have its roots in Persian and Arabian folklore, particularly in the collection of stories known as One Thousand and One Nights. These tales, compiled during the Islamic Golden Age, introduced the concept of a carpet that possessed magical powers to defy the laws of gravity and transport individuals to distant lands, evoking a sense of wonder, freedom, and exploration. Similar mystical carpets exist in Indian, Russian, Tibetan, and Chinese folklore. Their presence invites us to ask: What’s so special about carpets that they have been given magical powers?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe carpet responds to the fundamental human need of enclosure, defining and giving form to living space. 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But the reality goes far beyond these tropes. Rather than a single trade route from East to West, the Silk Roads comprised overlapping networks linking communities across Asia, Africa, and Europe, from Japan to Britain, Scandinavia to Madagascar.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn this issue, we take Uzbekistan as a pivot point from which to explore Central Asia, from Almaty in Kazakhstan to Istanbul in Türkiye. We highlight stories of textiles from across the continent that underpin the importance of Central Asia to the history and future of textiles. Uzbekistan, our focus, is a country with not only a rich and complex textile history but also a new generation of artists and designers who have grown up free from Soviet dominance – they are rediscovering their heritage and reinterpreting the traditions for an international market. As emerging makers, their skill and will reassure me that they are the ones to watch over the coming decade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe mission of these talented individuals is aided by the forward-thinking government, whose stated aim is to rebrand Islam, shed its associations with violence, and reclaim its pillars of education, tolerance, and generosity. The regular craft and culture festivals across the region welcome visitors from around the world. The government’s significant investment in the arts and culture testify to their commitment to supporting the cultural renaissance. As we in the West re-examine our imperial past, Central Asia is building equitable relationships.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlthough Uzbekistan still produces cotton on an industrial scale and the scars of the Soviet decades are visible not only in the roller-printed cottons that line Ikat chapans but also in the environmental disaster that has devastated the Aral Sea, the future looks bright due to the tenacity of the people. Curating this issue has been a joy and has whet my appetite to explore this region further. I am indebted to the generosity of collaborators, including Mr. Ravshan Usmanov, the Uzbek ambassador in London; Azizbek Murtazaev, president of the World Craft Council, Asia Pacific; Aizhan Bekkulova, chair of the Union of Artisans of Kazakhstan; and Christine Martens, Central Asian textile researcher and teacher, whose generosity has made this issue possible.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selvedge Magazine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46638323499263,"sku":"9771742254051-23","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/SV123_COVER_600x600_4793571f-3731-4767-9934-fb8c2f918e6a.webp?v=1740600208"},{"product_id":"selvedge-issue-124-rural","title":"Selvedge Issue 124: Rural","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFrom Polly Leonard, Founder of Selvedge Magazine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"From the 17th to the mid-18th century, a stream of inventions revolutionised the textile industry and, eventually, the global economy.  These textile-focussed inventions – from the spinning jenny through to the Jacquard loom and aniline dyes – signalled the death knell to traditional rural industries. The Industrial Revolution triggered a mass migration of vast swathes of the population from rural areas to metropolitan centres. The city ruled for over a century, and the urban elite considered the country unsophisticated.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eToday, the tables have turned, and a similar stream of inventions from the late 19th century to the present – computers, the internet, smartphones, and AI – have made it possible to conduct sophisticated business outside the metropolitan centre in an economically and socially advantageous way. This Technological Revolution has triggered mass migration back to small, sustainable communities, where individuals once again engage in workbench-focused industries.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn this issue, we highlight individuals and businesses who have found creative freedom in the country. Although gentrification of the countryside brings its own problems, these incomers inject cultural sophistication into rural areas, quashing old stereotypes and illustrating the moral of Aesop’s fable  The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse: we should appreciate the simple things we have. There are apparent cost-of-living advantages to making a home in the country, but also a slower, more sustainable way of life that encourages creative expression; this milieu is reflected in the wardrobes donned by out-of-towners. Working with Daniel Carpenter of the Heritage Crafts, we have identified a block printer, sail maker, chair caner, shopkeeper, ribbon weaver, felt maker, basket maker, and carpet restorer who have all built thriving businesses around preserving heritage skills.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you are yet to be persuaded to take the plunge, up sticks, and escape to the country, we suggest creative holidays and rural retreats to whet the appetite. But before you go, remember the advice, “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing,” and look to Sarah E Braddock Clarke’s feature on knits to warm the heart. Now that the weather is warmer, I urge you to go outside and enjoy the countryside.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selvedge Magazine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46824999649535,"sku":"9771742254051-24","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/16935e51-96b4-4f59-8b2d-5cc097aef2a2_600x600_abb4fe17-7ae1-4a86-b891-31887bd29836.webp?v=1746037793"},{"product_id":"selvedge-issue-125-mediterranean","title":"Selvedge Issue 125: Mediterranean","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFrom Polly Leonard, Founder of Selvedge Magazine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWith the economy in disarray and family finances squeezed in all directions, the first thing to go is often a holiday, a luxury we think we can live without. However, the long-term effect of not taking a break can be more significant than the balance sheet indicates. I recently re-read The Fortnight in September by R.C. Sheriff. An elegantly written novel about a family of five setting out on their annual seaside holiday, it is an uplifting, life-affirming read that spotlights the dignity in everyday life, and I highly recommend it. As the characters in the book illustrate, a holiday allows us time to reflect on our successes and disappointments and return to our \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eeveryday lives refreshed. It gives us the courage to try something new \u003c\/span\u003ewithout consequences, and to resolve to make a fresh start. Time to rest and recharge batteries is invaluable to maintaining energy levels in our busy lives. A change of scene can also inspire us to see things afresh and generate new ideas to find the inspiration to start \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ea new project or hobby. The Fortnight in September is an extraordinary \u003c\/span\u003enovel about ordinary people enjoying life’s simple pleasures.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSo if you can squeeze in a holiday, I urge you to savour every \u003c\/span\u003emoment, but if not, pull up a rattan armchair and travel with us \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ethrough the blue waters of the Mediterranean, stopping on the \u003c\/span\u003eislands of Madeira and Mallorca. In Greece, we visit the Benaki \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMuseum, to discover the importance of weaving in mythology and \u003c\/span\u003ein the everyday lives of the Greek people. 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Art Deco practitioners adopted certain modernist principles of structure and restraint, while Bauhaus designers acknowledged the power of visual appeal and ornamentation as integral to an object’s integrity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFounded in 1919, the Bauhaus – the German state school of art, design, and architecture – advocated for practical, affordable objects that were also beautiful. Bauhaus designers employed industrial materials and addressed the challenges of mass production, which eventually led to the synthetic revolution as described by Claire Wellesley Smith in her article “Slippery Thread.” Their guiding principle, functionalism, asserted that form must follow function, shaped by the object’s intended use and the inherent properties of its materials. This idea of integrity in design has endured across the last century and continues to influence contemporary makers whose work is rooted in Bauhaus principles. Radhi Parekh highlights that contemporary designers from around the world are all deeply engaged with colour theory and material exploration in her article The Colourful Everyday\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn India, the Bauhaus legacy resonated powerfully in the founding of the National Institute of Design (NID) in Ahmedabad. Established in 1961, NID was shaped by The India Report, written in 1958 by American designers Charles and Ray Eames. Commissioned by the Government of India, the Eameses immersed themselves in the daily lives of Indian craft communities. Their report remains as relevant today as when it was written, offering a thoughtful meditation on the relationship between craft and community. They observed that in tradition-oriented societies, decisions are often unconscious and embedded in custom, an environment where handicraft flourishes. Change, they argued, occurs gradually, through “degrees,” punctuated by occasional, transformative “moments of violence.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Eameses illustrated this philosophy through their admiration for the Indian lota, a simple, spherical water vessel shaped over generations by countless hands. The lota’s form reflects how makers, through use and observation, introduced small but meaningful refinements. This process of adjustment and attunement lies at the heart of craft thinking. Nothing is ever truly finished; everything is in a continual state of becoming, a shared creation shaped by collective effort. This ethos of incremental, community-based refinement is reflected in the work of Indigenous Argentine makers, who find synergy with Bauhaus-trained designer Anni Albers, and in modernist Lucienne Day’s silk mosaics.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDuring time away this last year, I have longed for London and the vibrant textile community that calls it home. It is therefore a pleasure to see this creative spirit celebrated in London Textile Month. Throughout this issue, you will find listings for exhibitions, workshops, talks, and open studios, many of which are free and made possible by the dedication and goodwill of our community. I encourage you to support these efforts and take pride in the extraordinary creativity on our doorstep. 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We see this in the bold prints of Marimekko and IKEA, the cool clarity of Arne Jacobsen’s designs, the cosy knits and interiors created by the Norwegian Flakk family, and the evocative cochineal reds of Norwegian folk dress, now forming the basis of Tim Parry-Williams’s ongoing research.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRooted in warmth and well-being, the Nordic concept of hygge inspires our exploration of domestic textiles, from the rich history of Welsh coverlets to their evolution in New England and the contemporary makers reimagining figured weaving for today.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn cold climates, comfort is a technical triumph as well as an aesthetic one. 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From the early modern period, long-distance maritime trade by South Asian and Middle Eastern dhows (ships with a long, thin body and slanted triangular sails) created a dynamic network linking peoples, cultures, and civilisations from Southeast Asia to the eastern coast of Africa.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSea routes remain vital today: around 90 percent of global trade still moves across the oceans, connecting continents and driving the world economy. Modern container ships contrast sharply with the once-celebrated tea clipper Cutty Sark, whose cargo of tea and wool sailed under billowing linen canvases hoisted on jute ropes. The intricate rigging of these ships was recorded by sailors in embroidered woollies, immortalising the maritime world with needle and thread.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCloth was central to the value carried in those cargoes. For millennia, textiles have functioned as both commodity and currency, carrying economic weight and cultural meaning. The histories of indigo and cotton trace the rise and fall of colonial economies, where trade, exploitation, and artistry were tightly interwoven. Yet Indian artisans, whose skill and ingenuity fuelled global demand, shaped these exchanges to their advantage – creating cloths for every market, from the fine muslins coveted in Europe to the boldly patterned cottons traded along Africa’s coast. From this rich interplay emerged distinctive textiles including the telia rumal in southern India and the kanga of East Africa – each a testament to centuries of shared technique, taste, and trade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eToday, these routes continue to carry more than goods. They transmit ideas, technologies, languages, and beliefs across continents. When approached with sensitivity and respect, such exchanges enrich rather than exploit. Designers like Uma Wang, who reinterprets the Bhutanese gho, and Mariana Silva Varela, whose woven works explore the enduring symbolism of gold, remind us that cross-cultural dialogue remains a fertile ground for creativity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs this year draws to a close, may I take this opportunity to wish all our readers health, prosperity, and happiness in 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selvedge Magazine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47883720687871,"sku":"9771742254051-28","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0406\/8413\/files\/Issue_128_Cover_600x600_d53a7ad4-9a34-4c9f-beb8-8bc928fbc542.webp?v=1765913045"},{"product_id":"amirisu-assemblage-volume-2-2025","title":"amirisu assemblage Volume 2 \/ 2025","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe theme of the second volume of amirisu assemblage is the \u003cstrong\u003etop-down sweater\u003c\/strong\u003e, knit three-dimensionally. 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Pockets carry more than objects. They carry stories of autonomy, access, and the long fight for equality. For generations, women in Western societies were denied functional pockets, not because they didn’t “fit” the silhouette, but because pockets symbolised independence: a private space, a place to keep money, a small but powerful sign of agency. Thankfully, this is something we can change with our own hands. By designing and sewing our clothes, we reclaim the right to decide what we carry and how we carry it. 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When we concentrate on each one, something remarkable happens. Our minds are quiet, and our everyday troubles are set aside. We are absorbed in the rhythm of the process for a while, and the craft becomes a form of meditation. Like music, it is not only the gestures themselves that matter but also the spaces between them. In print, this becomes negative space; in knitting, it is tension. It is the subtle interplay of movement and pause, gesture and spacing, that gives a handmade object its vitality, something industrial manufacture can never truly replicate. In her article, Celia Pym lists a number of reasons why we should emphasize craft education: creative problem solving, resilience and self-discipline, connection to cultural heritage, increased self-esteem, and the mental-health benefits of making. She also emphasizes the simple \u003ci\u003ejoy\u003c\/i\u003e of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn this issue, we spotlight makers from around the world who focus on the power of repeated gesture, including Dahyeon Yoo from South Korea; London-based Sayan Chanda and Richard McVittie; and Hansika Sharma alongside the duo Doyel Joshi and Neil Ghose Balser of \u003cem\u003eHow Are You Feeling Studio\u003c\/em\u003e. Together, their work embodies the Aristotelian idea that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. The sense that an object can take on a life of its own emerges only when each gesture is given care, attention, and intention, allowing synergy to arise. When gestures are rearranged to form pattern connecting to they speak to our humanity. When a handmade product is undervalued and external pressures of time and economics intrude, this care is disrupted, and the process becomes strained, as depicted in the touring play \u003ci\u003eLacrima\u003c\/i\u003e. 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