Why Artisan Crafts Matter: Preserving Creativity Through Ethical Shopping

As a novice sewer and hobbyist designer, I enjoy making myself an occasional accessory or original ensemble. A common comment among friends who see something I’ve made (however simple and seemingly unimpressive it actually is) is, “Wow…you made that?” It seems that people of my cohort, perhaps particularly in my typical New York City 20-something social circle, are genuinely impressed by my ability to create.