Modular Textiles with Iris
Discover modular textile design with Iris in Amsterdam, the heart of Dutch creativity. Learn to transform flat fabrics into sculptural wearables without sewing or glue using laser cutting and a meditative, hands-on assembly. Outside the studio, experience the city’s vibrant art scene, delicious cuisine, and iconic canals.
- Lunch, Snacks, Coffee, & Tea
Pricing
- One Guest
- USD $1955
- Additional guest(s) (max 3)
- USD $600
Meet the Artist
Iris is a textile and product designer celebrated for her modular sculptural wearables and objects. Over more than a decade, she has developed a unique, self-taught technique that transforms flat textiles into three-dimensional forms without using stitches or glue. What started as an academic experiment evolved into a quiet rebellion against fast fashion and rigid design conventions.
She uses laser-cutting technology to create puzzle-like modules from durable materials such as vegan leather, neoprene, and scuba fabric. These intricately cut pieces are meticulously hand-assembled into tactile, sculptural accessories—including necklaces, bracelets, earrings—and interior objects that encourage endless reconfiguration and personal expression. Iris calls this meditative and precise process “Craftsmanship 2.0,” which fosters deep focus and thoughtful variation while redefining traditional sewing methods.
Iris is keen to share how textile modularity offers a moment to slow down, connect and play. She welcomes you into her studio to experience the satisfaction of transforming scattered pieces into entirely new forms. It’s a chance to use both hemispheres of the brain, spark your intuitive hand and leave with a piece that continues to evolve after you leave.
She uses laser-cutting technology to create puzzle-like modules from durable materials such as vegan leather, neoprene, and scuba fabric. These intricately cut pieces are meticulously hand-assembled into tactile, sculptural accessories—including necklaces, bracelets, earrings—and interior objects that encourage endless reconfiguration and personal expression. Iris calls this meditative and precise process “Craftsmanship 2.0,” which fosters deep focus and thoughtful variation while redefining traditional sewing methods.
Iris is keen to share how textile modularity offers a moment to slow down, connect and play. She welcomes you into her studio to experience the satisfaction of transforming scattered pieces into entirely new forms. It’s a chance to use both hemispheres of the brain, spark your intuitive hand and leave with a piece that continues to evolve after you leave.
VAWAA Includes:
- Learn Iris’s signature stitch-free modular textile technique that transforms flat fabrics into sculptural wearable or interior pieces.
- Explore a range of textiles and understand how their structure shapes the final design.
- Gain hands-on experience with technical drawing using Adobe Illustrator.
- Learn to laser cut materials and assemble modular components into cohesive forms.
- Experience the calm, meditative rhythm as your design unfolds piece by piece.
- Work outdoors in the peaceful studio garden, especially inspiring in spring and summer.
- Additional materials for larger or complex pieces can be purchased from Iris's collection or sourced at local fabric markets to find unique or discarded textiles and learn about reuse.
- Guided walk through Prinseneiland to discover its maker heritage and nearby artist studios, or visit galleries focused on slow design and craftsmanship.
- Enjoy a picnic in the park or a relaxed dinner in the garden to reflect on the day's creative process, if time allows.
Explore Amsterdam
Amsterdam is known for its iconic 17th-century canals and charming gabled houses, while also buzzing with innovation and artistic energy. Iris’s studio sits on Prinseneiland, a quiet hidden island in the heart of the city that feels like a peaceful village surrounded by water and cobblestone streets. Once a busy center for shipbuilders and tradespeople, Prinseneiland still carries the spirit of hands-on making and raw materiality. This calm and inspiring space, with a serene garden perfect for outdoor making sessions, offers an ideal place to slow down, focus, and dive into the creative process. Whether exploring the artistic streets of Jordaan, cycling the many bike paths, or enjoying Amsterdam’s cutting-edge culinary scene, visitors will find a vibrant city full of rich experiences.
Additional Details
Amsterdam is a beautiful city to visit year-round, though the summer months of July and August can be crowded and more expensive.
This session can be extended for upto 5 days. Please add a note in your booking request.
Children 8 years and older are welcome to participate when accompanied by a guardian. The technique is well-suited to kids depending on their spatial awareness, hand coordination, and ability to focus for extended periods. Sessions for children can be shortened and tailored to keep the experience fun, engaging, and age-appropriate. Elders are also warmly welcomed. The process can be especially meditative and rewarding, with adaptations available based on motor skills or energy levels. Sessions are designed to allow for breaks and a calm, comfortable pace. Individuals with accessibility or special needs are encouraged to join. While the studio is not wheelchair accessible by default, a portable platform can be arranged. Please include any specific requirements in your booking request.
Iris speaks both Dutch and English.
This session can be extended for upto 5 days. Please add a note in your booking request.
Children 8 years and older are welcome to participate when accompanied by a guardian. The technique is well-suited to kids depending on their spatial awareness, hand coordination, and ability to focus for extended periods. Sessions for children can be shortened and tailored to keep the experience fun, engaging, and age-appropriate. Elders are also warmly welcomed. The process can be especially meditative and rewarding, with adaptations available based on motor skills or energy levels. Sessions are designed to allow for breaks and a calm, comfortable pace. Individuals with accessibility or special needs are encouraged to join. While the studio is not wheelchair accessible by default, a portable platform can be arranged. Please include any specific requirements in your booking request.
Iris speaks both Dutch and English.