Inspired by trend forecaster Li Edelkoort’s prediction that “Extravagant Brooches” are trending, we’ll make one ourselves!

Join celebrated textile and performance artist Heidi Hankaniemi on a quest to repurpose vintage embroideries and sew a brooch on a backing of industrial felt with a brooch clasp. Materials are provided, but if you have any old embroideries that you think are fitting and you wish to repurpose, please bring those. Together, we’ll create one-of-a-kind brooches by repurposing vintage floral embroideries and laces into wearable art. No sewing skills required.

This program will take place in this weekend’s NORDIC TEXTILE TAKEOVER.