Not all discoveries are heroic and recorded in books. Some emerge in backyards, lounge rooms and quiet corners, encoded in knitting, embroidery and other creations made by hand.

Handmade Universe: From craft to code and the spaces between is an exhibition at State Library Victoria that celebrates the rewards of making, and the limitless scope it offers for invention and enquiry.

This beautifully presented publication offers insights into the newly commissioned works of artists, designers and makers, and their connections to the historical items presented in the exhibition. It features stunning reproductions of original artworks, alongside rare and remarkable items from State Library Victoria and other collections.