> [!NOTE]+ Meta > Author:: [[Glenn Adamson]] & Susanne Fowler > Reference:: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/05/fashion/craftsmanship-book-glenn-adamson.html > Date:: 2021-06-26 > Tags:: #warp > WeftLinks:: [[Creative value of craft]] > Claim:: [[Claim - Makers are creative]] > [!SUMMARY] Summary > Craft is the first step in innovation and important at time of shortage. ### Highlights As to industry, I think particularly of prototypes. Cast-iron stoves in the 19th century were based on hand-carved wood patterns. Even our smartphones were first modeled by hand in hard foam and other materials. Wherever you have innovation, you are almost sure to need a craftsperson to make the first step. American craft culture is much more individualistic and less grounded in traditions — though Native American artisanship is an important exception. We mostly hear about craft coming to the rescue in a time of shortage — everyone making their own masks, “maker spaces” leaping into the breach to make personal protective equipment for hospitals. But I think that it’s been even more important as an activity for people in social isolation. Using your hands is such a great way to stay grounded and sane.