With Her Own Hands

With Her Own Hands gives such a sumptuous insight into the profundity of simple threads. Rich with stories from so many cultures, Nehrig shows how the creation and embellishment of textiles not just gave a voice to those who were allowed none–but also power, hope, and fortitude across the ages.–Aarathi Prasad, author of SilkWith Her Own Hands tells captivating stories of women from around the world and through the centuries–so different but united in their creation of textiles for economic power, political force, and creative expression. They and their time-consuming, dedicated work are inspiring and unforgettable.–Danielle Dreilinger, author of The Secret History of Home EconomicsUnraveling commonly held assumptions of knitting as a pedestrian hobby requiring only basic skill and relegated to lowly female drudgery, Nicole Nehrig instead shows how this single act binds humanity, connecting women across generations and between continents. With Her Own Hands is a beautifully wrought anthropologic study, and necessary reading for anyone interested in the nature of creativity.–Julie Satow, author of When Women Ran Fifth Avenue

Nicole Nehrig is a clinical and research psychologist and a passionate knitter and textile crafter living in Brooklyn, New York. She holds a PhD in clinical psychology.