Handmaking in Detroit
Hello, my name is Nicole Dawkins and I am a Masters student in social cultural Anthropology at the University of Toronto. For my MA research paper, I am conducting research on the culture of craft and DIY in Detroit.
If you are interested in participating in my research, please fill out the following questionnaire (all questions are optional... only answer those that you feel comfortable with).
If you have any questions about privacy or about my research, please do not hesitate to contact me. Email: nicole.dawkins@utoronto.ca
Thanks very much for your time!
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Gender
Age
Education
Race/Ethnicity
Current Place of Residence
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Why is making things or buying handmade things important to you?
Do your political or ethical values inform the things you make or how you make them? If so, please describe what those values are and in what ways they shape what you make.
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Do you sell things that you make by hand?
Yes
No
If no, continue on to the next page. If yes, complete the questions below:
What kinds of things do you make for sale and where do you sell the majority of your goods?
When and why did you first start making them?
How are the things you make to sell different from the things you make for yourself or to give as gifts to others?
Do you earn your living making crafts? Do you inspire to?
How does making things differ (or not) from the other work you do or have done?
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Do you live in Metro Detroit?
Yes
No
If Yes:
Do you live in the city or suburbs? Why (or why not) is that an important distinction to make?
How would you describe the neighborhood that you live in?
How long have you lived in metro Detroit? How has the city changed over the period that you have lived here?
What do you think is the future of Detroit?
If No:
How long/ often have you been visiting Detroit and why?
What were your impressions of the city before visiting?
How have those impressions changed or been confirmed?
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When and how did you first become aware that there was an “indie” craft community in Detroit?
What do you think is unique about the craft community in Detroit compared to other cities?
How has your involvement with DIY-related events changed the way you see the city? How have these events changed the city as a whole?
Do you think the handmade movement/ culture is “white”? Why or why not?
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Is there anything else you think I should know about the craft or the importance of DIY in Detroit?
Please list three (3) people (or collectives, stores, events) that you think are important to talk to in order to learn more about craft in Detroit and if possible, why you think they are important:
I would be interested in talking with Nicole about craft/ Detroit:
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By Email
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Any other comments?
Thank you so much for your time and particiipation!
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