The Victorians were driven to care for their clothes for reasons of thrift, economy and to prevent waste.
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Trackway findings support the notion of southern Africa being one region where human cognitive and practical ability developed a very long time ago.
Woolf’s writing illuminates the special place that sewing held in British households from the late 19th century.
Canadian women made an estimated 400,000 quilts during the Second World War. The quilts represent the forgotten story of Canadian women’s efforts during the war.
Calls to reinstate home economics as a solution to modern woes reduce the field to a set of practical skills, undermining its breadth and complexity.
Some designers, makers and consumers are imploring us not to stop sewing after the pandemic because of the potential for utilitarian, psychological and environmental benefits.
Home economics isn’t dead: We need it now more than ever. Founded by a pioneering chemist, it’s about the insight that a change in one part of a system affects all the other parts.
At-home mask makers should carefully consider fit and fabric variables when designing face coverings to help prevent transmission of SARS-CoV-2.
As hospitals face a global shortage of personal protective equipment, crafting communities are once again stepping up to the plate.
Sewers with attitude are tackling fast fashion one stitch at a time.
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