Why To Make Things

A collection for Paul Kirwin based on this prompt: “I’m a retired custom woodworker. I find community in the writings of others that have found satisfaction and comfort and value in the crafting of things. I’m not looking for ‘How-To Make Things’ books but more like ‘Why To Make Things’ books”

Alex Dobrenko

Tools for thought: science, design, art, craftsmanship?

Andy Matuschak andymatuschak.org

The Creative Act: A Way of Being

Rick Rubin • 99 highlights

amazon.com

Cover of The Creative Act: A Way of Being

The Courage to Be Happy

Ichiro Kishimi

readwise.io

I think we adults have a similar innate drive to create, and that drive can be supported or stifled by the environment. And, I think that instead of creating environments where we are creative by default , we live in a world where we are distracted by default .

Casey Rosengren • Creative by Default

Creative by Default

Casey Rosengren medium.com

Handwork in Wood

William Noyes

amazon.com

Avoiding Kits

Andrew Lovett-Baron andrewlb.com

All I needed to hear when I was younger that the things I love were worth something. We live in the age of tooling and creation. There is no shortage of platforms and resources that make it easier for us to build, but there’s also a lack of cultural understanding around that turns young people off things they’re ridiculously good at and love, along... See more

Chia Amisola • In defense of disorder: on career, creativity, and professionalism - Chia's Blog

Lego Mindset vs. Woodworking Mindset

Scott Stevenson blog.scottstevenson.net