Swords into Ploughshares – Knives into Jewels

Dauvit Alexander

Swords into Ploughshares – Knives into Jewels

Dauvit Alexander (Corresponding / Lead Author)

Department of Fashion and Jewellery

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Abstract

His own practice - both as a maker and curator - takes this thinking into the gallery space. His current touring exhibition, “Swords into Ploughshares” considers how ‘craftivism’ can help young people come to terms with knife crime.

Original language	English
Journal	Left Cultures
Publication status	Published (VoR) - Nov 2025

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Swords into Ploughshares – Knives into Jewels

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