In this workshop, you will embroider a colorful bird head that you can wear as a brooch. A bird with real character. You will use many different materials such as beads, sequins, stones, and threads. You will also apply several techniques, making this a varied introduction to embroidery. Even if you have never embroidered before, you can join. However, it is helpful if you know that you are comfortable working with fine materials.

We will create the embroidery on felt, which allows for a relatively quick finish. In addition to all materials, a needle, and an embroidery hoop, you will receive instructions with text and photos to take home so you can finish it there. Afterwards, you can pin your handmade bird onto your coat or bag.

Embroidery has existed for thousands of years. It is a collective term for various techniques used to decorate fabric with needle and thread. It adds color, draws attention, creates wonder, and has a unique appearance. Embroidery is very versatile. You can work with traditional materials or with unusual ones. It can be extremely small or very large. You can follow an existing design or create something that comes straight from the heart.

Eva van den Top is the founder of Eevees. After studying Fashion Design in Rotterdam, she gradually returned over the years to the embroidery she learned from her grandmothers. She loves exploring techniques, understanding every detail, and adding her own twist to them. Material combinations in which she intentionally seeks a touch of dissonance create a strong drive to keep pushing the boundaries of her creativity. In this craft, focus and an eye for the smallest details are essential. Through her embroidery, Eva aims to bring more attention to honest craftsmanship and contribute to a future in which fair clothing is the norm.