The only course designed to help you release your inner critic, tap into your truest form of originality and challenge your limitations of creative discovery.

ALL while taking a powerful stance on our industry’s biggest crisis: textile waste

Create stunning, original fibre art…
 From repurposed anything

SHOW ME HOW!

Recycle. Recreate. Re-ignite.

DESIGNED AND DEVELOPED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:
WORLDCLASS CREATIVE COACH, CLARISSA CALLESEN
AND COURSE-INDUSTRY LEADER FIBRE ARTS TAKE TWO

This course completely transformed my current creative journey, and I feel a deeper connection to who I am as an artist. I see possibilities at every turn, and the need to experiment constantly bubbles to the surface. There’s a new feeling of digging deep and feeling alive when I create now… This course was pure magic.
– Cindy Curby

An important question for every creative looking to
break the mould of cookie-cutter art practices…

What’s the difference between creatives who are inspired with endless ideas,
feel confident about their bold choices, and have a regular art practice
that yields unique, finished work they are thrilled about…

…Versus those who feel stuck, question their creativity, feel unempowered,
and worry their work is just like everyone else’s…?

Before I begin to share that answer, feel free to cosy up and make yourself at home…

“No need to take off your shoes in this creative studio – it’s a come-as-you-are mentality around here”

An important question for every creative looking to
break the mould of cookie-cutter art practices…

What’s the difference between creatives who are inspired with endless ideas, feel confident about their bold choices, and have a regular art practice that yields unique, finished work they are thrilled about…

…Versus those who feel stuck, question their creativity, feel unempowered, and worry their work is just like everyone else’s…?

Before I begin to share that answer, feel free to cosy up and make yourself at home…

“No need to take off your shoes in this creative studio – it’s a come-as-you-are mentality around here”

The fact that you’re here speaks volumes about WHO YOU ARE and WHAT YOU VALUE as a creative, which I deeply respect.

And if you’re anything like the several hundred creatives who have come before you, it might also mean that you’re ready for something more. Something to expand your boundaries and further explore your creativity…

Let me know if you’ve ever had any of these courageous thoughts lately…

  • How can I integrate different aspects of things I’ve worked with in the past —like my collection of found materials or my stash of rusted and tarnished metal objects into something unique and fulfilling?
  • What if I could incorporate new ways of altering fabric, like rust-dying, eco-dyeing, and botanical-dying, and add them all into a method of creating sculptures? What could that mean for my possibilities?
  • How do unconventional ideas like base mounting 3D work? How do other out-of-the-box creatives attach their pieces together to give me a different perspective on things?
  • What would it look like to use natural materials in my work? How could I adapt that new creative process to my own work?
  • How could I build a sculpture out of disparate parts – I have so many random but interesting things to work with – and have it function as one meaningful piece without falling apart?

Ultimately, you wonder what else is out there to help you explore new avenues in your work.

And for all of that and more – I’m here for it!

Let me know if you’ve ever had any of these courageous thoughts lately…

  • How can I integrate different aspects of things I’ve worked with in the past —like my collection of found materials or my stash of rusted and tarnished metal objects into something unique and fulfilling?
  • What if I could incorporate new ways of altering fabric, like rust-dying, eco-dyeing, and botanical-dying, and add them all into a method of creating sculptures? What could that mean for my possibilities?
  • How do unconventional ideas like base mounting 3D work? How do other out-of-the-box creatives attach their pieces together to give me a different perspective on things?
  • What would it look like to use natural materials in my work? How could I adapt that new creative process to my own work?
  • How could I build a sculpture out of disparate parts – I have so many random but interesting things to work with – and have it function as one meaningful piece without falling apart?

Ultimately, you wonder what else is out there to help you explore new avenues in your work.

And for all of that and more – I’m here for it!

But after doing this for many years, I also know what we creatives are up against in our work.

In fact, I find that even the most well-intentioned creatives can easily find themselves bumped up against these three narratives on any given day…

So let’s just go ahead and cross these stories out once and for all:

The narrative that says people are either born creative or not born creative.

I’ll take a big red marker to this one any day. That’s because it’s simply not true. Creativity is a LEARNED skill – one that you can be taught. It’s something that can be acquired, developed, and nurtured over time… And those who are open to exploring, taking risks, and making mistakes – those are the ones that cultivate the skill quicker and with more satisfaction than anyone else.

The narrative that says they “have” to follow the rules.

Yeah, let’s flip this one upside down. Because what if there wasn’t the option of something being done wrong, but instead, whatever felt good? What if you allowed yourself to bring more of yourself into your work – HOWEVER, that looked? What if you gave yourself permission to look past things that people said were “ugly” or “useless” and you gave your OWN value to them? Could you imagine what that would mean for your growth?

The narrative that stops them from trying because they don’t think they’re good enough or have enough experience.

Listen, we all feel fear. The fear of failure. The fear of creating something bad. The fear of being judged. But let me say – when you feel fear, it means you’re challenging yourself and gaining experience… and that’s a GOOD thing! It means you have goals, hopes, and dreams. [Yes, finally putting your needs “first” in life is liberating, right?!] Because, when we let fear win… well, that’s the recipe for lack of originality, lack of interest, and worst of it all – a lack of actually creating. But creatives need to create – and sometimes it means doing something different, stretching your boundaries, and facing fear, to truly move you forward in your practice.

Because at the end of the day - my big, important question all boils down to one single answer.

Ready?

But after doing this for many years, I also know what we creatives are up against in our work.

In fact, I find that even the most well-intentioned creatives can easily find themselves bumped up against these three narratives on any given day…

So let’s just go ahead and cross these stories out once and for all:

The narrative that says people are either born creative or not born creative.

I’ll take a big red marker to this one any day. That’s because it’s simply not true. Creativity is a LEARNED skill – one that you can be taught. It’s something that can be acquired, developed, and nurtured over time… And those who are open to exploring, taking risks, and making mistakes – those are the ones that cultivate the skill quicker and with more satisfaction than anyone else.

Yeah, let’s flip this one upside down. Because what if there wasn’t the option of something being done wrong, but instead, whatever felt good? What if you allowed yourself to bring more of yourself into your work – HOWEVER, that looked? What if you gave yourself permission to look past things that people said were “ugly” or “useless” and you gave your OWN value to them? Could you imagine what that would mean for your growth?

The narrative that says they “have” to follow the rules.

The narrative that stops them from trying because they don’t think they’re good enough or have enough experience.

Listen, we all feel fear. The fear of failure. The fear of creating something bad. The fear of being judged. But let me say – when you feel fear, it means you’re challenging yourself and gaining experience… and that’s a GOOD thing! It means you have goals, hopes, and dreams. [Yes, finally putting your needs “first” in life is liberating, right?!] Because, when we let fear win… well, that’s the recipe for lack of originality, lack of interest, and worst of it all – a lack of actually creating. But creatives need to create – and sometimes it means doing something different, stretching your boundaries, and facing fear, to truly move you forward in your practice.

Because at the end of the day - my big, important question all boils down to one single answer.

Ready?

The secret to feeling alive with your work happens by knowing how to uncover your authenticity.

It happens by stepping outside the lines and allowing yourself to be different.

It happens by making mistakes, taking risks, and re-writing the narrative. 

And in a world of fast fashion and perfectly polished influencers…

A world where 92 million tonnes of textile waste overflows landfills each and every year…

Your authenticity is needed more than ever.

Let’s MEET

Hi – I’m Clarissa – a creative coach, traveller, rust lover, and true believer that you can make something out of anything if you’re honest with yourself and willing to experiment. 

And that’s why authenticity permeates throughout everything I do and teach – honouring the integrity of the environment, preserving materials, and honing in on your YOUness to create a better world.

Because the truth is – in an age where so many people are focused on things like mass production, throwing items out instead of repairing or reusing, and dishing out quick judgments to what’s “pretty” or “worthy”. 

It’s clear that our world is craving more uniqueness. 

And that’s why I’m so excited to partner with Fibre Arts Take Two on such a life-changing project.

A project that pushes the creative envelope, and embraces unique recycling methods. 

Because when you can change the way you look at art – it changes the way you look at yourself as an artist. 

And that’s about as life-changing as you can get.

The secret to feeling alive with your work happens by knowing how to uncover your authenticity.

It happens by stepping outside the lines and allowing yourself to be different.

It happens by making mistakes, taking risks, and re-writing the narrative. 

And in a world of fast fashion and perfectly polished influencers…

A world where 92 million tonnes of textile waste overflows landfills each and every year…

Your authenticity is needed more than ever.

Let’s MEET

Hi – I’m Clarissa – a creative coach, traveller, rust lover, and true believer that you can make something out of anything if you’re honest with yourself and willing to experiment. 

And that’s why authenticity permeates throughout everything I do and teach – honouring the integrity of the environment, preserving materials, and honing in on your YOUness to create a better world.

Because the truth is – in an age where so many people are focused on things like mass production, throwing items out instead of repairing or reusing, and dishing out quick judgments to what’s “pretty” or “worthy”. 

It’s clear that our world is craving more uniqueness. 

And that’s why I’m so excited to partner with Fibre Arts Take Two on such a life-changing project.

A project that pushes the creative envelope, and embraces unique recycling methods. 

Because when you can change the way you look at art – it changes the way you look at yourself as an artist. 

And that’s about as life-changing as you can get.

I came in with a lack of inspiration, and you’ve re-ignited the fire to create, giving me a myriad of different ideas and concepts swirling in my head. You’ve helped me forge ahead with my own vision.

– Martina Edmondson

Introducing…

This a unique online experience for all levels of artists looking to break free from uninspired, everyday practices and step into a new identity of authenticity and originality.

Perfect for people and creatives who want to stretch their creative boundaries, amplify their creative skillset, and feel abundantly ALIVE in the making process

Enrol Now. Places are limited

Come Along For a Sneak Peek…

Here’s A Sliver of What You Can Expect When You
Jump Into This Transformative Course:

Learn to create authentic and original artwork (big or small) that deeply speaks to you and your life.

Own your creativity and feel confident and secure enough to make bold choices that kill any inner critic.

Master the skill of SEEING when you cultivate a new way of looking at the world around you.

Change the way your brain interprets value when you can honour the beauty in something that was initially viewed as ugly or undesirable.

Gain the satisfaction of actually doing the work by adding more skills and techniques to your art practice that yields finished work.

No more closets full of half-finished work anymore.

Feel inspired and hungry to create from recycled textiles, knowing nothing is off limits, and that you don’t need to purchase expensive art materials.

Discover that you’re free to go after anything you genuinely want… most of which currently lives outside the “rules”.

Generate endless new options to apply to all different creative mediums when you continually answer the real-time question, “what would happen if I did this…”.

Shake things up with a new level of curiosity that unlocks limitless possibilities.

Give life to the word “courage” by jumping into mixed media, and thinking bigger about your creative boundaries.

Stand in confidence knowing that when you allow yourself to experiment, it bravely eliminates the word “wrong” or “bad” from every artist’s vocabulary.

Here’s A Sliver of What You Can Expect When You
Jump Into This Transformative Course:

Learn to create authentic and original artwork (big or small) that deeply speaks to you and your life.

Own your creativity and feel confident and secure enough to make bold choices that kill any inner critic.

Master the skill of SEEING when you cultivate a new way of looking at the world around you.

Change the way your brain interprets value when you can honour the beauty in something that was initially viewed as ugly or undesirable.

Gain the satisfaction of actually doing the work by adding more skills and techniques to your art practice that yields finished work.

No more closets full of half-finished work anymore.

Feel inspired and hungry to create from recycled textiles, knowing nothing is off limits, and that you don’t need to purchase expensive art materials.

Discover that you’re free to go after anything you genuinely want… most of which currently lives outside the “rules”.

Give life to the word “courage” by jumping into mixed media, and thinking bigger about your creative boundaries.

Stand in confidence knowing that when you allow yourself to experiment, it bravely eliminates the word “wrong” or “bad” from every artist’s vocabulary.

Generate endless new options to apply to all different creative mediums when you continually answer the real-time question, “what would happen if I did this…”.

Shake things up with a new level of curiosity that unlocks limitless possibilities.

Here’s how your 4-cornerstone adventure
unfolds inside Creating With Courage:

1. The Challenge

Welcome to your safe space to challenge the “norm.” To challenge your boundaries, and to challenge your internal creativity. Your adventure begins by(throwing out the rules) learning the rules, and then quickly and respectfully leaving them behind. Because here, it’s time to play courageously. It’s time to make mistakes in the name of learning. It’s time to stretch yourself far outside the confinement of “fitting” into a box. It’s time to see things differently.

You’ll do so by joining me on a walk through the forest, inside textile stores, alongside railroad tracks, and around my studio. The places we go and the things you see will enhance your learnings, and you’ll take these deep-seated realizations with you on your own personal walk the next time you step outside. 

As for your tangible challenge – upon your new re-frame of how you view the value of an object, you’ll find items that were once told they were worthless or “junk,” and you’ll learn to bring personal and known worth to it. You’ll remove all preconditions, and you’ll engage in a uniquely creative process of hunting and gathering your materials. What will you challenge yourself to find?

A Snapshot of the Deep Dive Techniques Covered In This Phase:

  • Bringing Value to “Ugly” Things
  • The Skill of Seeing
  • Prospecting
  • The Hunting and Gathering of Creativity
  • How to Release Judgement
  • Finding Inspiration
  • How to Approach Your Creativity
  • Introduction of Setting up Your Workspace
  • Reflections Your Way

“I have learned to transform recycled materials and assemble them into a wild and wonderful sculpture. This course has given me the courage and inspiration to explore new ways of being creative, using materials that have been in storage for 30 years.” - Penny Brown

2. The Techniques

Next stop on your adventure is learning new, unique, and challenging techniques that fill your SOUL. Like every thoughtful touchpoint of this course, you’ll enter the “technique” phase by softly removing rules and expectations to create more room for adventure and play.

The stops on your journey here will take you in and out of your studio, with a goal to expand your creative horizons and try new approaches to creating art. With every technique grounded in accessibility (like backyard findings and common household materials), you and I will dive into deepening your understanding of different fabric forms and watch your new authentic expression emerge.

And regardless if you’ve heard or tried any of these techniques before – we promise you’ll embark on an adventure unlike you’ve ever experienced. And keeping the theme of our “no rules” demeanour, you’ll be invited and encouraged to try each technique, but never instructed or told to.

A Snapshot of the Deep Dive Techniques Covered In This Phase:

  • Altering and Alchemy
  • Composition
  • Equipment and Processes
  • Mordants
  • Eco Dying
  • Rust Dying
  • Overdying
  • Texture with Household Products
  • Building Your Palette
  • Shapes, Sculpting, Stitching
  • Embellishment
  • Couching Techniques
  • Stitching With Wire
  • Burning and Melting
  • Binding Wrapping
  • Distressing, Fabric Paints and Pens

“This course has taught me to be a textile ‘alchemist,’ transforming the surface of textiles with multiple techniques, inventing forms, layering them, and incorporating found objects. I have transformed from being cautiously curious to giving anything a go! The textile pieces I created combine new techniques with a dash of my own sense of humour.” - Deirdre Bruen

3. The Growth

This is where your shift happens. The new techniques you’re adding to your talents will guide your progress into a new phase of exploration. It will allow you to think bigger about what’s possible, in your quest to find your voice, originality, and joy.

You’ll dig into new processes to put your techniques into action, and new experiments along the way. The processes learned here – the seeing, the doing, the experimenting – become part of a bigger conversation that you’ll take with you in other areas of life. Because what happens in this phase is not just about what you’re making, but about who you’re becoming.

Lean into your truly authentic mixed media creations, and together we’ll work through any resistance, blocks, and uncertainty… because when you look at everything through a lens of curiosity, it sparks a different story of what’s possible.

Lessons And Topics Covered In This Phase:

  • Applying Your Techniques
  • Releasing Comparisons 
  • Putting Your Creations in Place
  • How To Move Forward When You’re Not Thrilled With Your Work
  • Finding Something New In Every Technique
  • An Invitation to Explore
  • Bringing Your Work to Life

“This experience has opened so many “what ifs” for me. I feel that my work has so much more depth and complexity to it. The manipulation of fabric to transform it through eco and rust dye has enabled me to create a colour palette that I have always admired. I’ve always worked intuitively, but Clarissa’s greatest lesson to me is the go-for-it attitude and that there are no rules. A life-changing course.” - Ann Vollum

4. The Transformation

Your final transformation happens in both the physical completion of assembling your small and larger artwork, AND in the mindset transformation of stepping into a new artistic identity. You’ll round out this course by having an entirely up-levelled skillset as an artist, a new direction on how to carry your creativity, and a clean slate allowing yourself to be you.

The completion of your journey here marks where your new courage begins. You’ll gather what you need to proudly finish your project – bringing together every piece you love and, most importantly, every beautiful flaw. Because the bottom line here is that creativity is LIBERATING, and you’ll have freed yourself from the fear, insecurity, and shame that undermines so many creatives.

As you step into a new confidence simply by doing, you’ll see that this creativity was always inside you, and just needed the right catalyst to come alive. You’ll enjoy every feeling that comes alongside the completion of a project, with the added satisfaction of doing it your way, and in your voice.

Lessons And Topics Covered In This Phase:

  • Assemblage
  • Composition
  • Substrates
  • Covering
  • Perfectionism
  • Substrates
  • Additional Pieces
  • Connecting
  • The Last Mile
  • Your Final Project Your Way
  • Bases and Backgrounds
  • Hanging Options
  • Final Touches
  • Creative Coaching

“This changed my life and provided a medium I’ve never worked with, but one that embodies everything I love. Especially after the era of the lockdown, this class opened so many doors for exploration, seeing, and endless creativity. When I saw Clarissa talk about this class, it sparked me to want to try something else, rather than always thinking I needed to *only* be a painter. I feel like I’ve been reborn and given a new adventure to explore.” Eunice Rieken

What Other People Are Saying

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I’M READY – ENROL ME NOW!

A note about sourcing materials

Besides creating authentic artwork and helping you think differently about creativity, this course’s driving force was to keep it as accessible as possible for every member.

Know that we take great pride in keeping your material costs virtually non-existent. You will be encouraged to find all materials from recycled items – textiles, rust, and everyday items that have been discarded – and you’ll be walked through exactly how to do it. 

It’s my promise to do good with this course – to keep financial costs down and to keep the growing problem of textiles “out” of landfill.

Thank you for your support of our mission! 

Clarissa Callesen + the FATT Community

SHOW ME HOW!

A note about sourcing materials

Besides creating authentic artwork and helping you think differently about creativity, this course’s driving force was to keep it as accessible as possible for every member.

Know that we take great pride in keeping your material costs virtually non-existent. You will be encouraged to find all materials from recycled items – textiles, rust, and everyday items that have been discarded – and you’ll be walked through exactly how to do it. 

It’s my promise to do good with this course – to keep financial costs down and to keep the growing problem of textiles “out” of landfill.

Thank you for your support of our mission! 

Clarissa Callesen + the FATT Community

SHOW ME HOW!

Let’s Make Sure You’re The Perfect Fit To Join Us In This Course…

If you’re looking for clear strategies and techniques to reignite and strengthen your creativity… then you’re in the right place. 

If you’re eager to explore the use of recycled textiles and shake things up in your art practice… then you’re in the right place. 

If you’re open to making mistakes, thinking outside the box, and experimenting in unconventional ways… then you’re in the right place. 

If you want to be supported by a comforting, judgment-free community that encourages you to dive into your creativity – knowing that nothing is off-limits… then you are absolutely in the right place!

Regardless if you are already experienced with fibre sculpture or are simply checking this medium out through your other creative interests…

This course promises to arm you with a whole new approach to creativity.

It will allow you to be YOU more than you’ve ever been, and it will light a fire under you for who you want to become.

I now look at my work and think, “wow, I made sculptures that tug at my heart and make me FEEL something.” It’s something I’ve wanted to explore in my practice for so long…”

– Cindy Curby

Today's Price
$349The doors to this amazing training open once a year and places are limited.
  • Currency - USD
  • Payment plans available at checkout
I’M READY – ENROL ME NOW!

Our Promise of Excellence

A Message from Fibre Arts Take Two

You’re here because you’re searching for a new path towards creating authentic original artwork – with the confidence, courage, and mindset to back it up.  It is our promise to deliver you nothing short of that.

It’s essential you know that the Fibre Arts Take Two production is professionally delivered with the highest standard – giving you an audio-visual experience that’s second to none. In doing so, we value collaborating with some of the most impressive thought leaders in the mixed media industry. We also respect & value the lifetime worth of knowledge and intellectual property they pour into this creative and educational development for you. We hope to attract the type of creatives who hold these values in return.

That is why, to protect the integrity of our community, all purchases for Creating with Courage are final sale. Please know that our supportive and available team is always here to answer questions – before, during, or after your investment- to ensure you get the best experience as a member.

If you have any questions, never hesitate to reach out to our customer service lead, Ursula, at support@fibreartstaketwo.com, who is always happy to help!

Our Promise of Excellence

A Message from Fibre Arts Take Two

You’re here because you’re searching for a new path towards creating authentic original artwork – with the confidence, courage, and mindset to back it up.  It is our promise to deliver you nothing short of that.

It’s essential you know that the Fibre Arts Take Two production is professionally delivered with the highest standard – giving you an audio-visual experience that’s second to none. In doing so, we value collaborating with some of the most impressive thought leaders in the mixed media industry. We also respect & value the lifetime worth of knowledge and intellectual property they pour into this creative and educational development for you. We hope to attract the type of creatives who hold these values in return.

That is why, to protect the integrity of our community, all purchases for Creating with Courage are final sale. Please know that our supportive and available team is always here to answer questions – before, during, or after your investment- to ensure you get the best experience as a member.

If you have any questions, never hesitate to reach out to our customer service lead, Ursula, at support@fibreartstaketwo.com, who is always happy to help!

Let’s Officially Meet Your Creative Coach, Clarissa Callesen

View Past Students Work Here

Click the image below to flip through an online exhibition by Transformation: Creating with Courage Alumni.

Here Are Questions That Other Artists Have Frequently Asked Prior To Joining…

(If we haven’t answered yours, feel free to reach out to the Fibre Arts Take Two team at support@fibreartstaketwo.com and ask away!)

Pricing Options

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$349The doors to this amazing training open once a year and places are limited.
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  • Payment plans available at checkout
I’M READY – ENROL ME NOW!

A Final Note from Clarissa

My fellow creative, before you go - let’s talk about the big picture…

Because when the dust settles, it’s not just about this course.

It’s not just about the group of creatives supporting you.

And it’s not just about the unique techniques, new processes, and your beautiful creations that are on the other side. 

It’s about so much more than that. 

It’s about the exploration, the newness, the curiosity, and the joy that’s capable inside you.

It’s about opening doors and seeing endless creativity. 

It’s about boosting your confidence, removing your inner “not-enoughness,” and riding a fabulous journey of self-discovery.

It’s about letting go of the fears of getting it wrong, of creating bad art, or of being judged…
And instead, it’s about feeling empowered to step outside the pre-determined lines. 

It’s about creating legacies, feeling inspired, and experiencing more in life.

It’s about stretching your limits.
Challenging your outlook.
And becoming authentically, and courageously YOU.

Yes I’m Ready

“Just saying thank you seems so inadequate for a gift that changes your life, as an artist and human, so profoundly! Your voice, your insight, and your humanity as our guide will be carried with me always!

– Chris Carlson

I Want to Create with Courage!

About This Course

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