I think the stories are very inspiring, especially for this day and age. It gives inspiration and helps to open your mind to other ways of being an activisit. That being said, I was really hoping for more crafts and concrete creative ideas.

I received a copy of this eBook from netGalley for a honest review.

I liked the concept of this book but the articles or chapters in this book weren't always interesting or enlightened my creative ideas. There we're as many crafting ideas in this book as I expected either. In a different mood I made get more from this book.

This was an inspiring collection of essays that celebrate the power of creativity to spark positive change. While I really liked the essays, like other reviewers, I also thought there were going to be more projects in here to try out.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book.

I love craftivism and was extremely excited to receive this book for review. Most of this book was interviews and photographs of different craftivism projects. If you are interested in seeing a diverse collection of craftivism projects, this is a great volume to read for inspiration. The interviews are interesting, however, they are extremely short. While I understand these are intended to be a series of snapshots, some of these these felt exceptionally short and almost incomplete. Overall, I think this would make a great coffee-table-style book that you flip through when you're looking for inspiration, however, I wouldn't recommend reading it all the way through at one time.
*Thank you to Net Galley for sending me this book in exchange for an honest review.

It was way too wordy for me. I wanted more actual crafts to go with the essays. Just not a good fit for me. Would not recommend to anyone i personally know.

This book ended up being a bit different than I expected; the assumed it would be a collection of craft ideas and tutorials for needlepointed VOTE patches and protest signs. Rather, the book is a series of interviews with political activists that created or used crafting or creative art in their activism. Nevertheless this was an interesting read.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advance copy of this book.

This book is an inspiring and empowering guide for those looking to channel their creativity into activism. The combination of thoughtful essays and unique DIY projects offers a refreshing way to engage with important social issues. While the range of topics can feel a bit broad at times, the overall message of using craft to make a difference is both motivating and uplifting. A great read for anyone passionate about creative activism.

This little volume packs a big impact. I was fortunate enough to be able to view Diana Weymar's Tiny Pricks Project when it was being displayed in a little studio in Portland, Maine. It was really impressive and inspired me to do some activist stitching of my own. In this collection of essays Diana invites voices from all across the world of Craftivism to share their motivations, passions, and advice on crafting a better world.

You'll hear from voices like Jayna Zweiman, co-founder of the PussyHat Project, Sara Trail of the Social Justice Sewing Academy, Nadya Tolokonnikova - a member of Pussy Riot and a performance artist, as well as so many other voices. I was delighted to see a a diverse collection of voices including bipoc creators and queer folks included in this volume.

This book made me want to head out to my local thrift stores to search for hankies to embroider. And, as a public librarian, it also gave me some great idea for programming I could offer in the coming election year at the library.

This is less of a craft book and more a collection of essays on the intersection of craft and activism. There are a few projects included but I would be more tempted to shelve this with the politics books than the craft ones.

A collection of essays on activism interspersed with pictures of craft with attitude, this book is perfect for crafters looking for inspiration to spread their message. Perfect for those who carry knitting needles and a patch saying "this machine kills fascists" as well as those who want to change the world but don't know where to start. No patterns, only inspiration and hope.

This is an interesting book about "craftivism." I found each section from various creatives to be very interesting and inspiring. There are well-known names as well as lesser-known 'craftivists.' This is an inspiring book that makes the reader want to create and craft to help the world become a better place. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

I had imagined this would be a book of projects, but it is more about creating an incentive to craft something. I found it interesting and I think it is a good reference book for those of us who would like to craft with more intention.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advance copy of this book. It's a thoughtful and informative read.

This is a great read for crafters who love social justice. It’s a series of interviews with crafters and activists about crafting as a form of protest. There are some really cool people in here, from a member of Pussy Riot to Dolly Parton‘s sibkid (non-binary child of her sibling) who does drag burlesque and curates Dolly’s 60+ year costume collection. Each one features an example piece, often embroidered, and an in depth interview. I wish there were more crafts but I loved the profiles and interviews.

I read a temporary digital loan of this book for review.

As a crafter I jumped to read this. I was hoping for project but I did enjoy the profiles on crafters. I wish each profile was given equal love and attention though.

Not quite what I expected when I picked it up, but not as upset as I would expect. Giving this a 3.5 out of 5. Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.

Like many others, I expected this to be more craft book with some memoir but what I got was memoir with a little crafting. The experiences shared by the collaborators are powerful and really interesting to read. There seemed to be a bit of a bias towards needle craft, such as embroidery, but there were some cute recipes and other craft directions included.

Part memoir, part craft book, part art book, part advocacy. This book does a lot and also a little with essays, crafts, and quotes from a variety of crafters. In some ways this is a balm against everything happening. The author/collaborator/editor reminds us the power of coming together through stitch (that's the main focus. If you're looking for a DIY book, this is not it. If you're looking for a way to contribute to the greater good, this is a solid pick. It does, feel to me, that the audience for this book is going to be particular, but it is a necessary book for crafty folks who need their crafts to go beyond pretty.

This is a set of short crafter-artist profiles, focusing on how they stretch boundaries and ally themselves with social issues. Thought-provoking and inspiring. Recommended.

As other reviewers have mentioned, I thought this book was going to have more craft projects included. Although it's not 100% what I expected, I still greatly enjoyed it; so many awesome voices speaking on important topics, and how they find solace, inspiration, release through their crafts. Worth your time to even just skim through and find some inspiration!

(Thank you to NetGalley and the author for providing me with a free digital copy in exchange for an honest review.)

Crafting is just an easy and creative way to add sustainability to this chaotic place we call Earth. I loved the ideas from this book and I cannot wait to get my hands on a physical copy when it comes to print in September!

This book was just okay for me. I think along the lines of several other reviews - this book isn't what I thought it was going to be unfortunately.

This was a collection of voices talking about different crafts and how that person incorporates their craft with a form of activism. I loved this concept! However, the description made it seem like there would be more craft inspiration than there really was.

Most of the sections were short - a couple of pages each, with an intro from the author and a short essay from the crafter. I found it hard to connect with the crafter because of the length. There were very few actual projects mentioned which didn't get my inspiration juices flowing. There were also a couple of collections that were in interview format - which were my least favorite. One section was even an intro and then some random quotes or lines from the person and that was it.

I liked the concept of this, but felt the execution was a bit lacking. This is a short read and I definitely recommend still - but don't expect a ton of actual crafting inspo.