Author: Diana Weymar on "Crafting a Better World"

A Labyrinth and Library Collaboration

Diana Weymar, the creator and curator of the public art projects Interwoven Stories and Tiny Pricks Project, is joined by local artists to discuss craftivism and her book "Crafting a Better World."

Local craftivists joining Diana at this event are: 

• Kyle Burkhardt of Vacuuming the Lawn 
• Robin Resch of Robin Resch Studio 
• Marisa Simon of Stitching Pink
• Maria Evans of The Arts Council of Princeton 

About the Book (from the publisher): Ever feel like you’re hanging on by a thread?

From the climate crisis, to racism, to gun violence, to attacks on LGBTQ+ rights, the list of issues facing this country goes on and on, and it’s only natural to feel anxious about the state of our union. Even if you vote, march, volunteer, and donate, feelings of hopelessness (and helplessness) still creep in.

"Crafting a Better World: Inspiration and DIY Projects for Craftivists" is a new kind of call to action: a guidebook for combatting fatigue and frustration with the handmade. 

Featuring essays, exclusive profiles of well-known creatives, and projects that readers can create by themselves or with their communities, this book is a means to stay engaged, make stuff, and hold ourselves together as we navigate this uncertain personal and political landscape. With contributions from artists and activists, including:

• Jamie Lee Curtis
• Roz Chast
• Gisele Fetterman
• PEN America
• Nadya Tolokonnikova (founding member, Pussy Riot)
• Guerilla Girls

Crafting a Better World is a response to this unique moment in time when so many feel, in equal measure, deep anxiety and deep hope. So pick up a needle, a pen, a spatula—anything—and craft the change you want to see in the world.

About the Author: Diana Weymar is an artist and activist. She grew up in the wilderness of British Columbia, studied Creative Writing at Princeton University, and worked in film in New York City. For the past decade, she has been threading the needle to create a material record of our times. Both on social media and in person, she has encouraged thousands of people to find their own creative path through personal and political challenges. She is the creator and curator of the public art projects Interwoven Stories and Tiny Pricks Project. Her collaborations and exhibits bring people together around textile and embroidery to share personal stories and discuss political issues. 

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