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Can I read The Point of the Needle: Why Sewing Matters on EtoBox?
The Point of the Needle: Why Sewing Matters by Barbara Burman is a hobbies available to read on EtoBox.
What is The Point of the Needle: Why Sewing Matters about?
From the pleasures of mending to the problems of fast fashion, an intimate look at the creativity, community, and deep meaning sewed into every stitch. Tens of millions of people sew for necessity or pleasure every day, yet the craft is surprisingly under-appreciated. The Point of the Needle redresses the balance: this is a book that argues for sewing’s place in our lives. It celebrates not only sewing’s recent resurgence but sewists’ creativity, well-being, and community. Barbara Burman chronic
Who reads The Point of the Needle: Why Sewing Matters?
It is typically read by collectors seeking rare, out-of-print or specialist editions.
Common subject areas: rare and out-of-print works.
- Author
- Barbara Burman
- Publisher
- Reaktion Books, Limited
- Published
- 2023
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781789147193
- Category
- hobbies
- Subjects
- Crafts & Hobbies, Lifestyle
- Updated
- 2026-03-25
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