08. – 14. September 2025
CRAFT WEEK
AUTUMN EDITION
Dyeing, printing, embroidering, creating... During Craft Week, our project space transforms into a creative studio, inviting everyone to get hands-on. Designers share traditional textile techniques and reinterpret the craft in new ways. The wide range of workshops is open to children and adults alike—beginners and advanced participants, everyone is welcome!
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MONDAY 08.09.2025, 17:00
ECO SILKSCREEN PRINTING WITH PLANT-BASED DYES — With textile designer Jennifer Grunder from le monde de nous
Nou introduces you to eco-friendly silkscreen printing, a sustainable and versatile printing technique using plant-based dyes. Under expert guidance, you will learn all the steps necessary to create your own textile design.
For an entire evening, you will immerse yourself in the alchemy and technique of silkscreen printing with plant-based dyes. The workshop begins with an in-depth introduction to the world of natural dyes, covering both theoretical knowledge about plant-based pigments and hands-on fiber preparation techniques. After a brief introduction to the printing process, you will create a collective textile color sample, allowing you to familiarize yourself with silkscreen printing and the unique characteristics of plant-based colors. You'll also learn how to effectively overlay colors and generate mixed shades.
In the second part of the workshop, you will develop your own print design. Nou will guide you through different methods and techniques to create a striking composition. You will work with paper, scissors, a cutter, or tape. A vibrant selection of plant-based dyes is available for your personal design—from bright pinks, oranges, yellows, and purples to deep shades like black. These colors are environmentally friendly, wash-resistant, and handcrafted in Nou’s Zurich studio. Your design will be printed on an unhemmed silk piece (50x50 cm, plus a 20x50 cm test piece).
To conclude, you will learn how to sustainably fix your print onto the fabric and receive useful care tips for your newly created textile.
Since 2014, textile designer Jennifer Grunder has been promoting sustainable textile design with her Zurich-based label Nou. Her work focuses on raising awareness of the value, origin, and uniqueness of color. She extracts pigments from flowers, roots, wood, and peels, transforming them into poetic color stories on textiles.
What to bring: Cutter, scissors, pencil, eraser
No prior experience required.
17—22:00
170 / 200 / 230 CHF
Max. 6 participants
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TUESDAY 09.09.2025, 18:00
KNITTED TRIANGLE SCARVES — With product designer and knitter Eileen Good
Knit yourself warm! In this workshop, we will knit the start of the Sophie Scarf from Petit Knit together - a perfect project for knitting beginners and returners.
In this cozy class, you will learn the basics of knitting - from basic pattern reading and cast on to I-cord edging - and discover how easy it can be to achieve a great result. All the important steps will be carefully introduced so that you can start the project in a relaxed manner and continue knitting at home.
By the end of the workshop, you'll have all the skills and tools you need to finish your Sophie Scarf!
Since graduating from ZHdK with a degree in Industrial Design, Eileen Good has been working as a teaching assistant and developing her creative projects. Her enthusiasm for knitting, both by hand and with machines, drives her to discover new technical and creative possibilities.
Bring: A ball of yarn of your choice (e.g. “Cashmere Premium” from Lang Yarns or “Double Sunday” from Sandnes). You will also need suitable knitting needles in 3.5 mm, 4 mm or 4.5 mm. These can either be circular knitting needles with a cable length of 60 cm or jacket needles. You can also knit the Sophie Scarf with other needle sizes and yarns - depending on your choice of material, your scarf will be finer or bulkier. Your choice!
No previous knowledge necessary.
18—21:30
95 / 125 / 155 CHF
Max. 12 participants
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WEDNESDAY 10.09.2025, 14:00
PLANT PRINTS ON FABRIC (Botanical Dyeing) — With Corinna Mattner
Would you like to create unexpected and magical patterns on fabric? This workshop shows us a textile printing technique in which flowers and leaves transfer their own colors to the fabric. The result is always a surprise because the finished print often looks completely different from the plant!
In the workshop, Corinna Mattner will show us the unconventional technique of “bundle dyeing”, in which flowers and leaves leave their own traces on fabric. Many of the plants that surround us contain powerful active ingredients that are not only used in medicine, but can also be extracted as color molecules!
During the course we will put the cloths / T-shirts we have brought with us into the fixing elixir, familiarize ourselves with fibres, chemistry and mordants and learn together how the dyeing process works. Shortly before the end of the course, we will open the fabric bundles together, marvel and compare the print results with the original plants.
The course is right for you if you like plants and want to wear or give away something that you have dyed yourself!
Bring your own: T-shirt or piece of fabric made of cotton, wool or silk to print on.
Important: If you want to dye a new item of clothing, it must be pre-washed!
A prepared bandana / scarf can also be used on site.
No previous knowledge necessary.
14-17:30
CHF
Max. 12 kids
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WEDNESDAY 10.09.2025, 18:00
MEDITATIVE NUBI WORKSHOP: Introduction to Korean Hand-Quilting — With fashion designer Nina Yuun
Experience a moment of peace and creativity – together with fashion designer NINA YUUN, immerse yourself in the mindful world of Nubi, a traditional Korean quilting technique known for its meditative effect and timeless beauty.
In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the basics of the Nubi stitch, explore its cultural significance, and feel how each movement becomes a rhythm of stillness and self-connection. Ideal for beginners and curious creatives – this introduction is more than just a craft; it is a meditative experience.
What will you learn?
Preparing unbleached organic cotton batting
Waxing the thread in the traditional way
Hand-stitching in the ancient Korean style
Hemstitching for a clean, elegant finish
All materials are included. Tea and light Korean snacks will accompany the workshop, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
No prior experience required.
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THURSDAY 11.09.2025, 18:00
OUTLINE: FIGURE DRAWING – With fashion and textile designer Lilla Wicki
OUTLINE is an experimental soirée of figurative drawing.
Bodies, silhouettes, shadows, pirouettes, one brush, one stroke... OUTLINE is an experimental soirée of figurative drawing. Beginners and advanced professional, all are welcome. In September, you will once again have the chance to reflect on the highs and lows of the human body in a relaxed atmosphere. We will meet for quick poses in a relaxed environment with snacks, drinks and good music.
In concentrated work with a nude model, we leave traces on paper and enjoy the meditative flow of the moment... away from the perfect body in your head, towards the person in front of you in the room.
Please bring: Drawing materials (anything fun allowed) and a hard back pad or paper with backing. Our neighboring super stationery store Fabrikat will provide a selection of inspirational stationary tools to try out and experiment with.
No prior experience necessary.
18—21:30
20 / 35/ 50 CHF
Max. 45 participants
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FRIDAY 12.09.2025, 15:00 / 17:15 / 19:30
NEW OLD SWEATERS — With fashion designer Tatjana Haupt TATi Things
Old sweaters don't have to be discarded - with a little creativity and the right technique, they can be turned into unique designer pieces. Give your sweaters a second life with the felting machine!
In this workshop, you will learn how to use the felting machine to spice up your pre-owned sweaters and give them a whole new look. Whether modern patterns, playful appliqués or artistic structures - there are no limits to your imagination.
After a brief introduction to the technique of up-felting, you can start experimenting straight away. Under expert guidance, you will learn which materials are particularly suitable, how you can create specific patterns and what effects you can achieve with different felting techniques. Whether you want to create subtle accents or transform an entire sweater - anything is possible here!
This workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to combine sustainability with creativity to give their favorite worn items a new life as unique design pieces. At the end, you will not only take home a newly designed sweater, but also lots of ideas and inspiration for further projects.
Join in and discover the possibilities of up-felting - we look forward to seeing you!
TATi is a multidisciplinary knitwear and graphic textile designer currently living in the Basel tri-border area. TATi THINGS combines second-hand materials, knitwear, unusual prints and nostalgia to use the power of folklore and traditional crafts as a weapon in her fight for women's rights.
What to bring: You can bring your own sweaters, or sweaters can be provided.
No previous knowledge necessary
Time slots:
15:00 / 17:15 / 19:30
65 / 85 / 115 CHF
Max. 4 participants
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FRIDAY 12.09.2025, 22:00
CRAFTWEEK BAR & Concert Dirty Slips
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SATURDAY 13.09.2025, 10:00
UPCYCLE YOUR HOME TEXTILES: PRINTING WITH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES — With textile designer Maria Walter Nielsen
Join our workshop to transform vintage home textiles! Learn to print unique patterns using fruits and vegetables, giving old fabrics new life through creative techniques.
Have fun transforming vintage home textiles using natural printing techniques with fruits and vegetables. By harnessing the unique shapes and textures of fruits and vegetables, we will create beautiful, one-of-a-kind patterns and designs, giving old fabrics a fresh new life.
Inspired by Bruno Munari and his book "Rose nell’insalata", we will explore stamping, rolling, and printing methods to transfer organic shapes onto fabric. Participants will learn how to use different fruits and vegetables to create intricate textures and patterns, resulting in beautifully upcycled textiles.
Bring your own vintage linens, placemats, tea towels, or even a stained tablecloth—white or brightly colored textiles work best, but patterned, embroidered, or jacquard fabrics are also welcome. Using natural textile print colors, we will experiment with creative ways to print and refresh old textiles, making them both functional and artistic.
This workshop promotes sustainability through upcycling while offering a fun and engaging experience. Whether you're new to textile printing or looking to expand your creative skills, this session is the perfect opportunity to experiment, enjoy the process, and craft something truly unique.
Maria Walter Nielsen is a Danish textile print designer who spent 20 years in Milan collaborating with fashion houses. Since 2019, she has focused on teaching textile design, leading workshops in Italy and abroad, and providing creative consultancy in the interior textile field, emphasizing creativity and experimentation.
Mitbringen: Everyone will have to bring a vintage home textile (form home or bought vintage) that they would like to give new life. You can also bring more pieces. No prior experience required.
10—13:30
170 / 200 / 230 CHF
Max. 12 participants
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SATURDAY 13.09.2025, 14:00
DESIGNING JEWELRY WITH SILVER CLAY AND ZIRCONIA— With Laura Micheli Jewelery
Create your own ring or pendant from Silver Clay and enhance it with sparkling zirconia stones in your favorite colors— a unique piece of jewelry that reflects your creativity!
Dive into the fascinating world of jewelry design! In our Zurich studio, you’ll join a creative workshop where you will craft your own silver ring or pendant from Silver Clay. With a selection of vibrant zirconia stones, you can customize your piece—whether with bold color combinations like green and pink, or soft shades like blue and orange. The organic texture of the silver gives your creation a unique tactile feel, making it a real eye-catcher.
You will learn the exciting technique of Silver Clay—an innovative material that can be modeled like clay and transforms into pure silver when fired. Step by step, Laura will guide you through the creative process: from shaping and structuring to setting the sparkling zirconia stones. At the end of the workshop, you will hold your own, self-designed piece of jewelry—a one-of-a-kind item that brings joy and carries your personal signature.
Laura Micheli is a Swiss-Italian architect and founder of LMJ – Laura Micheli Jewelry. Her brand combines art, design, and craftsmanship, reflecting her transition from architecture to the world of jewelry. She creates unique pieces of jewelry from silver and gold that celebrate individuality and emotional connections by blending traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics.
What to bring: Nothing except your creativity and enthusiasm for design!
No prior experience required.
The workshop will be held in English, with support in German, French, and Italian.
14—16:00
115/ 145 / 175 CHF
Max. 10 participants
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SUNDAY 14.09.2025, 11:00
FELT WORKSHOP — With Sophie from STUDIO REMO
Wool is amazing! Explore different felting techniques, make your own felted project and get to know more about Swiss wool.
Wool is an incredible material: not only is it soft, warm and confortable but this natural fibre is also sustainable, insulating, breathable, water and dirt repellent. It’s an abundant resource in Switzerland, where lots of farmers raise sheep, but it is still treated as a waste. One of remo’s goals is to collaborate with a network of farmers, spinning-mills, wool actors and wool passionate in Switzerland to give value to this beautiful fibre.
During this workshop, we will start by getting to know more about wool, its uses and transformation processes. We’ll then go through different felting techniques : wet felting, needle felting, 3D felting. After experimenting with colors and fibers, each participant will work on their own small felted project (like glasses case, wallet or key ring).
The workshop will be led by Sophie from studio remo. She will bring along a selection of tools and carded wools of different colors to play with.
No prior knowledge is required. The basics are quickly learned and fun to experiment with!
remo is a Swiss fashion design studio founded by Sophie Fellay, a HEAD—Genève graduate who previously worked for Eckhaus Latta and The Row in New York. Dedicated to sustainable practices, Sophie develops soft textiles that respect natural resources and aim to reconnect fashion with nature by valuing local wool, an under-appreciated resource.
The workshop will be held in English.
No prior experience required.
11—15:30
120 / 150 / 180 CHF
Max. 12 participants
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