Convergence 2026, New Orleans, LA. August 13 – 16, 2026
August 12, 2026 @ 8:00 am - August 16, 2026 @ 5:00 pm
Cochenille Design Studio and Susan Lazear will be at Convergence this coming summer in New Orleans, LA. We will have a booth during the vending days, and Susan is actively teaching lectures, seminars, and workshops.

Both Susan and Dottie will be in the booth during the conference.
Susan is teaching at Convergence. Go here to see the full slate of classes.
Here are video links for a preview discussion of Susan’s Classes. Several instructors are featured in each video
- S-RA1033 Inspiration and Garment Design with Handwoven Fabrics – Watch Sneak Peek
- SS-RP039 Creating Patterns for Simple Styles Using Body Proportions – Watch Sneak Peek – FULL – Wait List Available
- S-FA1065 How Body Measurements Impact Your Clothing Pattern – Watch Sneak Peek
- S-FA2066 From Pinterest to Pattern – Watch Sneak Peek
- S-SP3102 Road Trip: Intro to Digital Print Design – Watch Sneak Peek