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June 2016
Italy Food Retreat
Join Susan Lazear in Verona, Italy to discover incredbile food, wine, markets, and cuisine. If you are interested in exploring Italy in an intimate, get-involved way, then this is your opportunity! For five full days you will explore the region and experience life as a local. Enjoy wine, gastronomy, cooking and the art of northern Italian food. Experience tours outside of Verona, cooking demonstrations/classes, visit local businesses and historical/cultural sites. The maximum group size will be six people. These spots go quickly so please contact Melisa at your earliest convenience.…
Find out more »Italy Fashion Retreat 2016
Susan Lazear has been going to Italy for the past nine years, and has developed a sense for the fashion and Italian lifestyle. She has also established contacts with various artists, shop owners, etc. This year, the retreat will be hosted in Verona, with one day-trip to either Venice or Milan (dependent upon the group’s interest). The Retreat begins at dinner time on June 20th (the day of arrival) and ends on June 27th. The maximum group size will be six people. These spots go quickly…
Find out more »July 2016
American Sewing Guild (ASG)-Indianapolis, IN
American Sewing Guild (ASG) Conference-2016 American Sewing Guild (ASG) Conference offers workshops, seminars and lectures in two-day, all-day, half-day, two-hour and 90-minute formats. Classes are tailored to every sewing interest and every level of sewing skill. Join us for the 2016 ASG Conference in Indianapolis, IN, the birthplace of the American Sewing Guild. Susan Lazear will be one of the guest teachers offering classes on Garment Designer and a preview of the soon to be released Garment Designer 3. Please…
Find out more »TKGA Conference
TKGA Conference is an annual event held by The Knitting Guild Association (TKGA). TKGA is the largest knitting association in the U.S. This year's conference will be held in Charleston, South Carolina at the Embassy Suites North Charleston, Airport/Hotel & Convention. Learn, discover and have fun. Improve your knitting skils and take classes from the industries best teachers. The conference will include classes, fashion shows, shopping opportunities and events for knitters. Come and visit Cochenille's booth to view Garment Designer and…
Find out more »Translating Italian Fashion Trends to Garment Designer
Translating Italian Fashion Trends to Garment Designer Thursday July 28th, 3p.m. PST Susan will share fashion garments as seen in Italian stores and/or trend shows, and show you how to approach the designing of them in Garment Designer. Learn how to translate what you see in a finished garment to a paper pattern. Creative thought, proportions, measuring tips, etc. will be covered.
Find out more »August 2016
HGA Convergence 2016
HGA Convergence 2016 HGA Convergence 2016 conference is a fiber art experience where you can meet people face to face and touch real cloth, not just exchange texts or look at images. Immerse yourself in the inspiration and stimulation of exhibits, classes, textile tours, and shopping – all in the vibrant arts community of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Join Cochenille Design Studio at this year's market place and visit us at our booth #527. Susan Lazear will be previewing the new Garment Designer 3!
Find out more »The Art of Taking Measurements
The Art of Taking Measurements Tuesday, August 4th 2016 at 10am PST This webinar focuses on the art of taking measurements properly and accurately, for Garment Designer and general pattern making. It will also cover what part of the pattern a measurement affects, and how better fit can be achieved, with the proper measurement in place.
Find out more »New Mexico Garment Designer Workshop Retreat
New Mexico Garment Designer Workshop Retreat This year our Garment Designer Retreat in New Mexico is focusing on learning the art of measuring Ready-to-Wear and translating fashion to a Garment Designer pattern. Various other Garment Designer techniques will be covered as well. Optional Sante Fe Day (Aug 11th) $75 Cost: $325 (Early Bird Special of $300 if booked by May 31st) The dates will be: August 11th - Optional Santa Fe Day or Possible Drive through Artists Studios en route…
Find out more »September 2016
Garment Designer: Did You Know? (Part 1)
Garment Designer: Did you know? (Part 1) Saturday, Sept 3rd at 9:30 a.m. PST This webinar presents a list of things about Garment Designer that many people don’t always know. Test your knowledge and increase your awareness about using the software.
Find out more »Introduction to Garment Designer
This webinar is for people who are basically just starting, or who need a complete refresher on how to approach creating garment patterns with Garment Designer. It's time to get going, so let's walk through the steps of thought, measurement basics, and so on.
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