Threads of Protest: Craftivism & the Magic of Yarn with Witch of Salopia

This event will take place online via Zoom. This class is approx. 120 min.

About this Presentation:

Though overlooked as stereotypical "Granny Hobbies", the art of Spinning, weaving, knitting, crochet etc have all undergone significant evolutionary and socio-political change, with every step of the way a Goddess, Goblin or other pieces of lore to be discovered. Each art has attracted fascination due to their association with magical practices, wielded by various practitioners to bless, heal or curse yet are quite overlooked in the Modern age.

Join the Witch of Salopia to learn more about the history of the textile arts and how they have fashioned a ubiquitous tapestry of symbolism connected to the supernatural. Discover various methods yarn can be incorporated into magical practice with specific influence from the Welsh Marches and the utilization of Knot Magic as well as how to use these to enact out meaningful ways of…