When women's needlework becomes an act of subversive protest | Aeon Essays
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Fanny highlights crochet as a 'modern invention' that helps women maintain femininity and lady-like demeanor in a fast-paced age, exemplifying Victorian ideals.
The rise of contemporary artists using textile mediums like embroidery and quilting showcases a departure from domesticity to protest, challenging sexist stereotypes.
Shannon Downey's cross-stitch statement, displayed at the 2017 Women's March, represents the anger and urgency of 'craftivism', where craft becomes a form of protest.
Textile arts historically reinforced women's roles; current feminist artists use these mediums to subvert expectations and address serious societal issues.
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