The Triumph of the Creative Spirit

re: The Triumph of the Creative Spirit

Jenyjenny — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 19:34:11 GMT

For factory workers, one can get paid by the hour or by "piecework". If getting paid by piecework, usually that is motivation for the worker to produce more. The title brings with it a connotation of pride in workmanship. Although the cottage industries of former times were competing with unionized factories, both areas of production brought support to families and provided them with fashionable and practical goods. Nice to think that we can do piecework as a hobby and not solely for the purpose of putting a few pennies' worth of food on the table!

re: The Triumph of the Creative Spirit

dropspinner — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 11:25:01 GMT

I purchased my first Piecework magazine as a take-a-long on a plane trip. It was the premier issue and I fell in love with it. I subscribed to the magazine and have never regretted it.

re: The Triumph of the Creative Spirit

Marjorie@5 — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:25:34 GMT

I remember well both Piecework's first issue--it was just wonderful, full of the kinds of things I love best (still is). I also remember some outcry and upset about the name and it's implications. The responses given were clear and, I hope, helped those upset to understand. It helped me to understand your motivations a bit better. Thanks! Marjorie