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SUMMARY:STITCHES Salt Lake 2019
DESCRIPTION:Cochenille at Stitches Salt Lake 2019\nSave the Date!\n  \nCochenille will be vending at STITCHES Salt Lake City\, Utah October 2nd – 5th 2019. You can find at Booth # 405 \nThis is the first STITCHES show to be hosted in Salt Lake and it will be a little different from the rest of the STITCHES events\, as they are expanding the show to appeal to a multitude of crafters. STITCHES Salt Lake will have stimulating classes and shopping for ALL— knitters\, crocheters\, weavers\, AND sewers\, quilters\, and others interested in all things yarn AND fabric. This is going to be an exciting show for Cochenille\, as many of our users are multi-crafters. \nWe will be hosting classes and have special show pricing available on software\, design aids\, and webinars and more! \nSusan Lazear has taught fashion and design workshops around the world and now she will be teaching at STITCHES Salt Lake 2019. If you are attending the show\, don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy one of her classes. \n \nIn addition to being the owner and Creative Director of Cochenille Design Studio\, Susan Lazear is a Professor of Fashion at Mesa College in San Diego where she teaches various fashion courses including Textiles\, Patternmaking\, Textile Design\, Clothing Construction and Fashion History. Susan designs wearable art\, mixed media clothing (e.g. sewing and knitting) and is a computer graphic artist. \nThese classes are being hosted in-person at the STITCHES Salt Lake 2019 Convention so if you are in the area we’d love for you to join us! \nFor more information on Susan’s classes you can go to her STITCHES Salt Lake Teacher Page. \n  \n\nMoving into the Electronic Age: Designing Knits or Sewn Clothing on your Computer\nWednesday October 2nd 2019 at 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Wednesday 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm  \nThis hands-on class is designed for people who want a refresher on the use of Garment Designer and Stitch Painter software or for those who want to test drive to determine if computer design may work for them. \nIn the morning we will walk through the use of Garment Designer to show you how to create patterns for sweaters — bottom-up\, sideways\, top-down — in any gauge or stitch pattern. Sewists will add hems\, facings\, and seams to their designs. Learn how to tweak patterns for fashion\, style\, or fit. \nIn the afternoon\, we will move to Stitch Painter\, a grid-based software program (perfect for knitting\, crochet\, beading\, etc)\, where you will learn how to design colored charts on a grid\, using repeat modes\, pre-determined palettes\, etc. We will explore some of the more advanced features such as designing with symbols\, importing a photograph\, building motif libraries\, etc. \nYou will be able to use the software for the day; Windows or Macintosh compatible. If you are test driving the software\, you can email stephanie@cochenille.com to pre-arrange a digital download which she will send out two weeks prior to the scheduled class. \nSewing Techniques for Combining Yarn Crafts with Fabric\nSaturday\, October 5th 2019 at 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm \nWhy not add mixed-media techniques to your creative repertoire? Learn to combine knit or crochet with commercial fabrics. Using sewing machines\, sergers\, and hand-techniques\, students will make samples that can be used along with your knit and crochet swatches in a garment or accessory. \nWe will sample joining techniques\, cut-and-sew our knits\, add edgings\, finishings\, etc. and discuss knitting and crochet techniques for finishing your designs beautifully. Mixed Media is simple when you have the right techniques! \nNote: Basic sewing skills and comfort with a sewing machine required. Machines will be provided for use in class. \n \n \n\nPlease email us at info@cochenille.com if you have any questions. \nWe hope to see you at this exciting NEW show in Salt Lake! \nCochenille Team
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/stitches-salt-lake-2019/
LOCATION:Salt Palace Convention Center\, 100 S W Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows,Retreats & Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20191117T170000
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SUMMARY:STITCHES SoCal 2019
DESCRIPTION:STITCHES SoCal 2019\nSAVE THE DATE!\nCochenille Design Studio will be vending and hosting classes at STITCHES November 14-17\, 2019\, Pasadena\, CA. \nCochenille will be hosting live demonstrations in the booth and we will have an array of show specials. Come visit and try the software out for yourself! \nSusan Lazear will be hosting two of her popular classes\, please view the tentative schedule below. We will have more details\, such as times\, in the near future. \n \n \nSewing Techniques for Combining YarnCrafts with Fabric\nThursday\, November 14th 2019 9 a.m – 12 p.m \nWhy not add mixed-media techniques to your creative repertoire? Learn to combine knit or crochet with commercial fabrics. Using sewing machines\, sergers\, and hand-techniques\, students will make samples that can be used along with your knit and crochet swatches in a garment or accessory. \nWe will sample joining techniques\, cut-and-sew our knits\, add edgings\, finishings\, etc. and discuss knitting and crochet techniques for finishing your designs beautifully. Mixed Media is simple when you have the right techniques! \nNote: Basic sewing skills and comfort with a sewing machine required. Machines will be provided for use in class. \n \n \nMoving into the Electronic Age: Designing Knits or SewnClothing on your Computer\nSunday\, November 17th 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm \nThis hands-on class is designed for people who want a refresher on the use of Garment Designer and Stitch Painter software or for those who want to test drive to determine if computer design may work for them. \nIn the morning we will walk through the use of Garment Designer to show you how to create patterns for sweaters — bottom-up\, sideways\, top-down — in any gauge or stitch pattern. Sewists will add hems\, facings\, and seams to their designs. Learn how to tweak patterns for fashion\, style or fit. \nIn the afternoon\, we will move to Stitch Painter\, a grid-based software program (perfect for knitting\, crochet\, beading\, etc)\, where you will learn how to design colored charts on a grid\, using repeat modes\, pre-determined palettes\, etc. We will explore some of the more advanced features such as designing with symbols\, importing a photograph\, building motif libraries\, etc. \nYou will be able to use the software for the day; Windows or Macintosh compatible. If you are test driving the software\, you can email stephanie@cochenille.com to pre-arrange a digital download which she will send out two weeks prior to the scheduled class. \nPlease email us at info@cochenille.com if you have any questions. \nWe are thrilled to be able to attend other great STITCHES events in 2019. You can also find us at STITCHES Midwest 2019 and STITCHES Salt Lake 2019. \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/stitches-socal-2019/
LOCATION:Pasadena Convention Center\, 300 E Green St\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows,Retreats & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20200220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20200223T170000
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SUMMARY:Stitches West 2020
DESCRIPTION:Stitches West 2020\nWe are pleased to announce that Cochenille will be returning to Santa Clara for STITCHES West 2020 for another weekend full of excitement (and shopping!) \nCochenille will be vending at STITCHES West 2020 in Santa Clara\, CA February 20th -23rd\, Booth# 308. We will have show special pricing on our products and live demos.  Be sure to register for our classes as well as Susan Lazear\, creator and owner of Cochenille\, has a great class schedule lined up for the whole weekend. \n \nIn addition to being the owner and Creative Director of Cochenille Design Studio\, Susan Lazear is a Professor of Fashion at Mesa College in San Diego where she teaches various fashion courses including Textiles\, Patternmaking\, Textile Design\, Clothing Construction and Fashion History. Susan designs wearable art\, mixed media clothing (e.g. sewing and knitting) and is a computer graphic artist. \nShe has taught fashion and design workshops around the world and now she will be teaching at STITCHES West 2020. You can view her STITCHES West class schedule below: \nMoving into the Electronic Age: Designing Knits or Sewn Clothing on your Computer \nFriday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Friday 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nThis hands-on class is designed for people who want a refresher on the use of Garment Designer and Stitch Painter software or for those who want to test drive to determine if computer design may work for them.\n\nIn the morning we will walk through the use of Garment Designer to show you how to create patterns for sweaters — bottom-up\, sideways\, top-down — in any gauge or stitch pattern. Sewists will add hems\, facings\, and seams to their designs. \nLearn how to tweak patterns for fashion\, style\, or fit. \nIn the afternoon\, we will move to Stitch Painter\, a grid-based software program (perfect for knitting\, crochet\, beading\, etc)\, where you will learn how to design colored charts on a grid\, using repeat modes\, pre-determined palettes\, etc. We will explore some of the more advanced features such as designing with symbols\, importing a photograph\, building motif libraries\, etc. \nIf you are test driving\, you must pre-arrange a digital download through Cochenille.com\, Please email info@cochenulle.com. You will be able to use the software for the day; Windows or Macintosh compatible. \n\n\nSewing Techniques for Combining Yarn Crafts with Fabric \nSaturday 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nWhy not add mixed-media techniques to your creative repertoire? Learn to combine knit or crochet with commercial fabrics. Using hand-techniques\, you will make samples that can be used along with your knit and crochet swatches in a garment or accessory.We will sample joining techniques\, cut-and-sew our knits\, add edgings\, finishings\, etc. and discuss knitting and crochet techniques for finishing your designs beautifully. Mixed Media is simple when you have the right techniques!Note: Basic sewing skills required. Susan will also discuss machine sewing techniques\, so bring your own machine if you’d like to try them in class.\n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/stitches-west-2020/
LOCATION:Santa Clara Convention Center Hyatt Regency\, 5101 Great America Parkway\, Santa Clara\, CA\, 95054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows,Retreats & Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20200301T170000
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SUMMARY:Sewing & Stitchery Expo 2020
DESCRIPTION:Sewing & Stitchery Expo 2020\nSave the Date for February 27 – March 1\, 2020\, Cochenille Design Studio and Susan Lazear will be coming to Puyallup\, Washington to offer show specials\, demonstrations and classes! \nPlease come back to this event page for updates on where you can find us at the show and the schedule for Susan’s fun and informative classes. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact us at info@cochenille.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/sewing-stitchery-expo-2020/
LOCATION:Washington State Fair Events Center\, 110 Ninth Avenue SW\, Puyallup\, WA\, 98371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows,Retreats & Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201116
DTSTAMP:20201110T232336Z
CREATED:20201110T205816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201110T232336Z
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SUMMARY:Vogue Knitting Live
DESCRIPTION:Cochenille Design Studio will be participating as a vendor at Vogue Knitting Live. You can sign up for classes\, the Vendor Market and other special events. \nWe will host two demos of Garment Designer and Stitch Painter. during the event. Tickets for the Vendor’s market are $3.99 \n \nTour of both Garment Designer and Stitch Painter (60 minutes)\nFriday\, Nov. 13\, 2020. 5 pm Eastern Time \nSaturday Nov. 14\, 2020. 5 pm Eastern Time \nLinks can be found in the Vendor Market area. \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/vogue-knitting-live/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows
ORGANIZER;CN="Vogue Knitting Live":MAILTO:vogueknittinglive@integrityee.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20230727T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20230731T170000
DTSTAMP:20230731T142929Z
CREATED:20230621T104118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T142929Z
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SUMMARY:American Sewing Guild Convention\, New York City
DESCRIPTION:American Sewing Guild in NYC\nJuly 27 – 31st\, 2023 \n \nhttps://www.asg.org/resources/conference/ \nAt the end of July\, Cochenille will be in New York City at the American Sewing Guild conference (July 27th – 31st). Susan is teaching and both she and Dottie will be in the Cochenille Booth.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/american-sewing-guild-convention-new-york-city/
LOCATION:New York Hilton\, Midtow\, 1335 Avenue of Americas\, New York City\, NY\, 10019\, US\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows
ORGANIZER;CN="American Sewing Guild":MAILTO:http://www.asg.org/html/contact.html
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20240711T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20240717T170000
DTSTAMP:20240105T013227Z
CREATED:20240105T010344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T013227Z
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SUMMARY:Convergence 2024 Conference July 11-17\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Cochenille Design Studio and Susan Lazear will be at Convergence this coming summer in Wichita\, Kansas. We will have a booth during the vending days\, and Susan is actively teaching lectures\, seminars\, and workshops. \n \n  \n  \n \n  \nSusan is teaching at Convergence.  Go here to see  the full slate of classes. \n  \nHere are video links for a preview discussion of Susan’s Classes. Several instructors are featured in each video\, so see the time marker to quickly get to Susan’s classes. \nSustainable and Creative Garments with a Pieced Approach  (Lecture) – at 7:02\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5adQnYuPt0 \nTest Drive Digital Patternmaking (1 day Workshop) – at 21:10\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jw4GpzFY93c \nColor as a Communicator (Lecture) – at 17:40\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15R1NkTm9_U \nPrototyping Garments (Seminar) – at 50:30\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vpt3EC1SamE \nEngineered Design using Digital Printing (2 day Workshop) – at 48:12\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vpt3EC1SamE \nThe Textile Arts of Japan (Lecture)- at 1:21\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrmxEyJw_OQ \nTo learn more go to the Convergence section of the Handweavers Guild of America website. \nhttps://weavespindye.org/sessions/ \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/convergence-2024-conference-july-11-17-2024/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency\, Wichita\, Kansas\, 400 W. Waterman St.\, Wichita\, KS\, 67202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows
ORGANIZER;CN="Handweavers Guild of America":MAILTO:hga@weavespindye.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250227T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250302T170000
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SUMMARY:Sewing and Stitchery Expo\, Puyallup\, WA. Feb. 29th - March 3rd 2024
DESCRIPTION:Cochenille will be vending and Susan will be teaching at the Sewing and Stitchery Expo in late Feb/ early March. \nSusan Lazear is Teaching at Sew Expo\nDownload a flyer to see what classes are being taught by clicking here. \nSusan is teaching a variety of classes including the following: \n1 Needle Classes (45 minutes)\n1023 – Creative Facing Alternatives\n1024 – Knit Super Power: Stretch Factors for Knits: How These Impact Fit and Design\n1025 – A Dozen Things Your Closet wants to Tell You \n2 Needle Classes (90 minute Lecture/Demo)\n2007 – Designing Your Own Textile Prints\n2008 – It’s All About Relationships \n3 Needle Classes (2.5 hours\, Hands-On)\n3005 – Pattern Pizzazz – Learn Simple Patternmaking Techniques
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/sewing-and-stitchery-expo-puyallup-wa-feb-29th-march-3rd-2024/
LOCATION:Washington State Fair Events Center\, 110 Ninth Avenue SW\, Puyallup\, WA\, 98371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260201T170000
DTSTAMP:20251230T015218Z
CREATED:20251230T012346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T015218Z
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SUMMARY:Knitting Live by Vogue Knitting\, New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:We are vending at Knitting Live by Vogue Knitting\, New York City\, NY \nFriday\, January 30th\, – Sunday\, February 1st\, 2026 \n  \n \nFor class information\, and other details\, click here.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/knitting-live-by-vogue-knitting-new-york-ny/
LOCATION:New York Marriott Marquis\, 1535 Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows
ORGANIZER;CN="Vogue Knitting Live":MAILTO:vogueknittinglive@integrityee.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260301T170000
DTSTAMP:20251230T011519Z
CREATED:20251230T011519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T011519Z
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SUMMARY:Sewing and Stitchery Expo\, 2026. Puyallup\, Washington
DESCRIPTION:Cochenille will be vending and Susan will be teaching at the Sewing and Stitchery Expo in late Feb/ early March.  Registration begins on January 12\, 2026. \nChange and Effect: Working with Patterns\nThursday\, February 26\, 2026.  10:00AM-10:45AM.  Showplex B Puyallup\, WA \nThis class will explore how changes to a pattern for fit or fashion result in a domino effect that leads to changes in other parts of the pattern. There are relationships between armholes and sleeves\, necklines and facings or collars\, and length and proportions of details.\nChanging fabrication is also a consideration which can result in a pattern adjustment.\nConsider Armhole/Sleeves\, Necklines/Facings and Collars\, etc. \n  \nFit Preferences: Understanding How You Like Your Clothing to Fit\nSaturday\, February 28\, 202612:00PM-12:45PM.  Showplex B Puyallup\, WA \nLearn techniques and measurements that will help you to understand how you like your clothing to fit. There is magic to the knowledge in that it will guide you to creating clothing (sewn/knit/otherwise) that you are comfortable in. No more surprises. The goal is ‘no more muslins’ and happy projects.\nTake home a mini worksheet to complete and use in future projects. \n  \nCreative Sewing Techniques Gleaned from Store Windows and Fashion Ready-to-Wear\nFriday\, February 27\, 2026.    3:30PM-5:00PM.  Showplex E Puyallup\, WA \nThere is lots to be learned from paying attention to how designer and ready-to-wear garments utilize quick and creative sewing techniques. These enhance your garments and increase the ‘value’ of your sewn clothing. Susan will walk you through a variety of techniques\, many in a step-by-step visual manner. Let’s explore neckline treatments\, quick finish techniques\, fun pockets\, and some creative play as well. \n  \n2025-Stretch Factors for Knits \nSaturday\, February 28\, 2026         3:00PM-4:30PM.  Showplex B Puyallup\, WA \nThis lecture class will explore a discussion of knit fabric types and how the built-in stretch of the fabric impacts your pattern choice and fit. Learn how to choose a knit wisely for its specific end-use and how to make changes to your pattern when you are using a knit with a different built-in stretch. Also learn how to counter misjudgments where you find out your knit doesn’t work for the style. Sewing Techniques will also be covered. \n  \n3030-Pattern Alterations for Fitting Challenges \nThursday\, February 26\, 2026        1:00PM-3:30PM                  Showplex F Puyallup\, WA \nWith an ever-changing body\, it is important to understand the pattern adjustments and how to deal with them. The sequence involves figure/fit analysis\, pattern adjustment\, and test fit. Working with 1/4-scale basic patterns\, students will learn how to adjust them for a variety of fit challenges which include forward shoulders\, rounded back\, full upper arm\, large tummy\, asymmetrical bodies\, and so on. Even if you don’t have a specific challenge (now)… there is value learned in how to analyze and adjust. You will slash\, spread\, tape\, and document. A variety of techniques will be covered. \n  \n2026-Designing Your Own Textile Prints\nSunday\, March 1\, 2026.     10:00AM-11:30AM.   Showplex E Puyallup\, WA \nHave you ever wanted to learn how to create your own motifs and patterns and get them printed on fabric? This lecture will provide an overview of the process. It will cover the software necessary\, explore the process of using design software and online tools\, and then show you the process of uploading your prints to Spoonflower or other online fabric print companies. Susan will also demonstrate how to create engineered designs where the print fills the entire garment pattern in your own specific way. \nFREE-Why You Should Consider Pattern Making Software \nFriday\, February 27\, 2026.        1:30PM-2:15PM.  Free Stage \nIs it time to take the leap? In this informative talk\, learn how a pattern making program can provide you with a tool for fit and/or creativity. How does it work? How do you print the pattern? Can it work with your existing pattern collection? Are you able to create patterns for multiple sizes and people? These and other questions will be answered. \n  \nDownload a flyer to see what classes are being taught by clicking here. \nSusan is teaching a variety of classes including the following: \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/sewing-and-stitchery-expo-2026-puyallup-washington/
LOCATION:Washington State Fair Events Center\, 110 Ninth Avenue SW\, Puyallup\, WA\, 98371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows,Free Lecture/Talk,Pattern Making
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SUMMARY:Convergence 2026\, New Orleans\, LA. August 13 - 16\, 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nConvergence 2026\nBoth Susan and Dottie will be in the booth during the conference. \nSusan is teaching at Convergence.  Go here to see  the full slate of classes. \nHere are video links for a preview discussion of Susan’s Classes. Several instructors are featured in each video \n\nS-RA1033 Inspiration and Garment Design with Handwoven Fabrics – Watch Sneak Peek\nSS-RP039 Creating Patterns for Simple Styles Using Body Proportions – Watch Sneak Peek – FULL – Wait List Available\nS-FA1065 How Body Measurements Impact Your Clothing Pattern – Watch Sneak Peek\nS-FA2066 From Pinterest to Pattern – Watch Sneak Peek\nS-SP3102 Road Trip: Intro to Digital Print Design – Watch Sneak Peek\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/convergence-2026-new-orleans-la-august-13-16-2026/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Shows
ORGANIZER;CN="Handweavers Guild of America":MAILTO:hga@weavespindye.org
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