Knitting, labour and the myth of leisure | Craft, Money and Power Part 1
In this video, I explore the hidden history of knitting as labour, and why craft has been systematically separated from money, value, and power. This is part of my Craft, Money and Power series, where I examine how craft is shaped by craft, culture and identity politics. If you’ve ever felt like your crafting is taken for granted… this video is for you.
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Shetland Knitters Really Did Knit 200 Stitches a Minute!
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Knitting in the 18th Century
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The Yarn That Almost Saved The World
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The Truth About Elizabeth Zimmermann
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