Using three sources of inspiration; a store window, an actual garment, and a magazine clipping, Susan will walk you through the steps analysis and then building the pattern in Garment Designer. Non-traditional styles will be chosen in order for you to see how one can push the edge a little and use the creative functions […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.