Toucan
Come and assemble this beautiful, colorful toucan using a combination of collage and fused appliqué techniques. In this joyful, hands-on workshop, participants will explore how to build vibrant feathers by playing with color, contrast, and texture. They will also learn to apply light and shadow effects to bring their design to life and add depth […]
Textile Jewelry – Bead Embroidery
In this workshop, you will learn how to create unique pieces of handcrafted textile jewelry using bead embroidery techniques with stones, crystals, and seed beads. You will be introduced to the basic principles of embroidery, including the most suitable stitches for securely attaching stones and how to shape and structure your designs. Throughout the session, […]
Mosaic Face
Discover how to create beautiful mosaic-style quilts using the power of Artificial Intelligence as a creative tool. In this workshop, participants will explore how to translate mosaic, an ancient art form, into fabric using the fused appliqué technique. Each student will create a fabric portrait in class using a specially prepared kit, designed to make […]
Learn Punch needle
In this workshop, students will learn how to use a punch needle to create the characteristic loops of textile rugs. They will explore the correct use of the tool, from the initial setup to the final finishing techniques. Participants will learn how to cut and seal the loops, apply fixatives, and finish their work with […]
Improvisational Urban Landscape
In this creative and playful workshop, Cecilia Koppmann invites students to step into the shoes of architects and urban planners as they improvise their own vibrant cityscape. They’ll explore how to cut freehand, design buildings filled with windows, balconies, and bold shapes, and piece everything together into a striking urban composition that reflects their personal […]
Wool Felted Giraffe
Students will have a lot of fun exploring the creative possibilities of needle felting by making a wool painting on a linen background. Using carded wool and felting needles, each participant will bring a printed image on linen to life with rich textures and soft color blending. This hands-on workshop is ideal for beginners—no prior […]
Improvisation with strips
With a few guiding principles and an efficient method, Cecilia Koppmann gives participants the tools they need to explore their creativity with confidence and achieve impressive results. Rather than following strict rules, this workshop encourages free expression and intuitive decision-making, while still providing a clear framework to support each step of the process. Participants will […]
Pixellated Dalí
In this workshop, participants will explore a creative and adaptable technique affectionately named “False Weaving.” They will use it to construct a bold and timely 20 × 20 cm portrait of Dalí, in celebration of all things Avant-Garde at the Carrefour. This playful textile method allows for striking visual results and offers endless opportunities for […]
Mini Sphere with squares & rectangles
In this workshop, participants will choose from a selection of ombré fabrics in a dozen or so colors and learn how to create bold woven strips that produce a striking 3D visual effect. The 25 × 25 cm design plays on the high contrast between deep black and graduated color to create optical depth and […]
Bojagi Upcycling
Discover the art of Bojagi through the lens of upcycling! In this creative and mindful workshop, you’ll learn how to transform, personalize, or reimagine a garment you love using this traditional Korean textile technique. With Bojagi, elegance meets simplicity through the art of transparency, layering, and hand-stitched seams. Guided by Maryse Allard, you’ll explore how […]
