Flower Mixed Media Brooches by Odile Gova
Odile Gova's decorative fibre brooches have been knitted with Noro Kureyon wool from Japan, a material that is thick and strong enough to handle the weight of the zipper chosen. The artist developed two interesting techniques of making felt rope and felt beads which are incorporated. Each element, including each bead and rhinestone is sewn in twice, so the brooch lasts--it is firm and resistant.
This brooch features a central flower, paired with a bouquet of felt and bead details. Brooch measures approximately 2.5 x 3".
Each brooch is unique, with a different arrangement of elements and beads around the central flower.
Handmade beads are created from different materials, including from a cross stitched table runner made by the artist more than 30 years ago, as well as tiny pieces of vintage crochet.
For over fifteen years Odile Gova felted thrifted knit 100% wool garments and prior to that was a painter for about fifteen years. Her elaborate designs come from a daily morning session of sketching.