For the Spanish multimedia artist Aitor Saraiba, craft is nothing if not personal. Not only is his distinct blend of ceramics, illustration, and stitchwork totally unique, but his subject matter is often autobiographical.
How would you describe your perfect yarn? If you asked most knitters they’d probably say soft but hardy, versatile, ethically produced, and with tons of colour options — oh, and affordable too. Pipe dream, right?
When did you first learn about stitching crafts? When were you first enthralled by the ability to take a simple strand of yarn and turn it into something intricate, beautiful, and functional?