The readings or articles for this discussion highlighted some great and [more] efficient methods that knitters use to impact change. As with many of the craftivism articles we’ve read, the entire purpose was to enact change toward a social issue. Racism is such a sensitive or tabooed subject in so many circles, knitting can be seen as [a less “in your face”] inlet/outlet when discussing the subject. Yarn bombing for social issues--when displayed as artwork or with nature as a backdrop—becomes a discussion piece. As stated earlier, the topics pertaining to the more difficult issues about social injustice, often need to be initiated in settings that feel less intimidating or divisive. For me, crocheting requires me to keep my eyes on what I’m knitting—there will be very little eye contact with whomever I will be talking to. Besides, you want to remain calm while knitting, otherwise whatever you are working on my not come out as planned.
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