Comments on: What is Craftivism? Division over the Definition Explodes an Etsy Team

By: Julie Finn

Julie Finn — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 02:35:20 +0000

I know, right? It was Off. The. HOOK! Sometimes you think that things are going pretty well, perfectly normal, and then all of a sudden–BAM! Bring on the crazy!

By: Emmalou22

Emmalou22 — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 21:08:00 +0000

WoW. I can’t believe people got into it like this! I didn’t know Etsy was so serious.. people need to CHILL right! I think Etsy is great for finding local handmade gifts.

Emma
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By: Andria

Andria — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 21:39:11 +0000

To me, craftism (supporting handmade) is just another personal choice we make, similar to buying organically grown foods and recycling our trash. To politicize choices like these is to inject anger and hate into the equation. Only those who feel it necessary to impose their beliefs on others see politics in lifestyle choices.

I ran across this today as I was putting together my own blog post (http://etsylounge.blogspot.com) about indie fashion designers on Etsy. Not only do I believe in the ethic of handmade, I prefer the individuality expressed in wearing unique, one-of-a-kind clothing by small designers.

By: Liz Ness

Liz Ness — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 03:47:27 +0000

D’oh… I meant truly. My fingers can’t even comply…

By: Liz Ness

Liz Ness — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 03:45:58 +0000

Truely, my hope for Craftivism is that it transcends traditional political groupings and adopt a more independent mindset — A case-by-case consideration of issues with new solutions and activism. This thoughtful approach seems like it would have such great potential locally and globally. But then again, I’m not much for staying within the lines…

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By: Jafabrit

Jafabrit — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 22:32:03 +0000

I am not an etsy member and I haven’t really been involved with the debate. My perception of craftivism is using traditional craft materials in non traditional ways to make a social or political statement. I hadn’t really thought of it as being unique to one political ideology or culture.

By: Sherry

Sherry — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:01:39 +0000

How about Craftists United! You could have Craftism – Leftys and Craftism – Righty’s and Craftism on the Fence, but if we really want change wouldn’t it be better to be “Craftists United”?

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