Fiber art collage brooch workshop

Transform raw-edge fabrics, tactile fibers, and upcycled treasures into expressive wearable art! In this creative, hands-on workshop, you will learn how to blend color, texture, and mixed-media techniques to craft a unique, multi-layered fabric collage brooch.

Whether you are a seasoned crafter or stepping into fiber art for the first time, this class offers a welcoming, relaxed environment to connect with fellow art enthusiasts, explore new techniques, and create a custom accessory that reflects your personal style.

What You Will Learn

• Textile Layering & Composition: How to combine fabric scraps, novelty yarns, frayed ribbons, and felt accents into dynamic, multi-dimensional designs.
• Mixed-Media Assemblage: Methods for seamlessly integrating non-traditional elements—such as copper accents, beads, buttons, and found objects—into soft fiber layers.
• Functional Assembly: Techniques for building a stable backer and attaching brooch hardware so your finished piece is ready to wear on a coat, bag, or scarf.

What Is Included

• A rich collection of upcycled clothing fabrics, specialty threads, yarns, felted accents, and beads.
• Brooch pin backings, thread, needles, and tools.
• Personalized instruction and hands-on guidance throughout the creative process.

What to Bring (Optional)

While a complete selection of materials is provided, you are encouraged to bring personal items to make your piece truly your own:

• Bits of broken jewelry, single earrings, or vintage charms
• Small fabric scraps, lace, or ribbon from meaningful projects
• Unique buttons, keys, or small found objects

Location: FAVO Art Village Studio 238

To reach the studio, turn north on Highland Avenue from Colonial Drive, and enter the parking lot (second driveway on the left). There is a sign that says "Park Lake Presbyterian Church Parking, FAVO Art Studios". When you enter the parking lot turn right and then left at the rear of the lot, continue through the driveway connecting to a second parking lot. FAVO building is the L-shaped two story building. Class is upstairs at studio 238.

Mirjana's fiber art and jewelry creations had been published in numerous issues of: Belle Armoire Jewelry, Belle Armoire, Sew Somerset, and Somerset Studio Gallery Magazines.​

Class is limited to 6 attendees.