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CRAFTING THE RESISTANCE – 35 Projects for Craftivists, Protestors, and Women who Persist, by Lara Neel and Heather Marano

“Knit, sew, and craft your way to self-empowerment!

Are you a Nasty Woman ready to smash the patriarchy wth a needle and thread? Proudly proclaim your feminism with your very own DIY Bleeding Heart T-shirt? Or stage a protest, wearing knitted Pussyhats?

Be part of the revolution by reclaiming the “domestic” arts of knitting, sewing, and more – to channel your feminist rage. With pictures, step-by-step instructions, patterns, and tips for crafters of all skill levels from beginner to advanced, Crafting the Resistance is the book for women’s rights activists on a DIY path to self-determination.

Put your homemaking and protesting skills to the test with girl-powered, easy-to-make, kick-ass projects such as:

  • “Snowflake” knitted wristers
  • Bleeding Heart T-Shirt
  • Clear vinyl protest tote bag to speed up security screenings
  • The Pussyhat as knitted hats, holiday ornaments, throw pillows, and cat beds
  • “Nasty Nag” zippered pouch and clutch
  • “Resist” knitted bookmarks

Take politics into your own hands, literally, and craft your message out into the world, Crafting the Resistance is the ultimate book tor DIY activists, empowered protestors, and any woman – or man – who is part of the resistance.”

Published by Skyhorse Publishing