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SUMMARY:Webinar: Let's Make Knitwear (Hand or Machine)
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Make Knitwear (Hand or Machine) \nWednesday\, February 11\, 2026 at 10 a.m. \nWeb-155 \nKnitwear Design\nIf you want to create your own patterns with Garment Designer this webinar will teach you various approaches. Learn to work from an existing garment with or without modifications\, and how to translate ready-to-wear knits to your own. Also learn how to look at a non-knit garment\, decide if it is appropriate to transfer to a knit pattern\, and then how to do that. You will be gauge and yarn independent with this skill. Crochet folk who use linear crochet or work to a template can also use the information presented in the webinar. \nTo purchase\, click here. \nIf you sign up\, please check your SPAM folder for the webinar invitation as often browsers divert our emails there (due to an attachment and URL li \n>>>\nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you Get with a Webinar?:\n• Online webinar (60 – 90 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend)\n• Handout in Advance\n• Access for two weeks after the webinar to review the video as many times as you like\n• PDF of the PowerPoint lecture (for personal use)\n• 15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades\, Retreats/Workshops\, and webinars) \nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260209T100000
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UID:15595-1770458400-1770631200@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Garment Designer Winter Workshop\, San Marcos\, CA\, February 6-8\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Saturday/Sunday\, February 7th-8th\, 2026\, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nLocation: San Marcos\, California\nSusan Lazear’s Home – maximum of 6 people \n \nAnd an optional Boot Camp\, Friday\, February 6th\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. \n \nWe are pleased to offer our Winter Workshop this upcoming year.  Want to learn more about your software? Maybe escape the snow while you are at it? \nThe Pattern Path: Navigating the Design Process\nWalking Through the Design Process: From Concept to Finished Pattern with Garment Designer\nThe goal of our 2026 workshop  is to introduce and guide you through the Design Process; From Concept to Finished Pattern.  Whether you sew or knit\, the approach is the same. \nExplore thinking creatively and logically as you plan and build a garment pattern. You will be delighted to discover that it is not rocket science.\nRather\, it is learned series of steps that you can exercise again\, and again; getting faster each time you develop a new pattern. \nOur workshop will begin with various exercises that will teach you how to look at an inspiration garment\, analyze it\, and then develop a plan which includes style details and measurements. You will then build the pattern in Garment Designer. The first pattern will be a simple style for a standard size. We will provide the inspiration for this one.  After you have completed that\, we will then move on to making decisions of how to adapt that pattern for your own personal measurements and you will then alter the first pattern to suit your body. Once you have this under your belt\, you will then move on to your own unique project\, working from an inspiration image or garment through to a developed pattern. \nClick here to download the flyer and registration form. Sign up for the workshop here in our web store\, and then download and complete the registration and send it to susan@cochenille.com \nBoot Camp\nDuring the Boot Camp\, we will walk through the process of taking the 36 measurements you can input into Garment Designer and then walk through the process of entering them into the program. We will also review using the software. \nThis is designed for: \n\npeople who are new to the software\nthose wanting a review\nthose who want assistance with taking their Measurements and entering them into Garment Designer\n\nSan Marcos is near San Diego\, California. \nWe can assist people in locating hotels in the area.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/garment-designer-winter-workshop-san-marcos-ca-february-6-8-2026/
LOCATION:San Marcos\, CA\, San Marcos\, CA\, 92078\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260204T223000
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UID:16600-1770195600-1770244200@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Designalong
DESCRIPTION:Revive and Reimagine: Upcycling Fashion\nCreative Approaches to Designing Sustainable Clothing \nDesignalong with or without Garment Designer\n\nFor sewers\, knitters\, weavers\, spinners\, quilters\, embroiderers\, crochet\, textile artists\, etc.\n\n$75.00\n\nWednesday\, February 4th\, 2026\, 9 a.m. PT. (design lessons)\nWednesday\,  February 18th\, 2026\, 9 a.m. PT (sharing and design lesson)\n…. a month or so to create…\nThursday\,  March 26th\, 2026\, 9 a.m. PT (student presentation/sharing)\n\n\nMeetings will be on Zoom\nAttend live or watch the recordings\n\nCochenille Designalong: Upcycled Fashion\nUpcycling clothing isn’t just a trend—it’s a creative\, sustainable way to breathe new life into garments that would otherwise gather dust or end up in landfill. Whether you’re a total beginner with a pair of scissors and a needle or an experienced sewist or yarn person with a stash of fabrics and/or yarns\, upcycling invites experimentation: repurposing\, reshaping\, and reimagining existing pieces into garments that reflect your style while reducing waste. \nJoin us in our next Designalong: Revive and Reimagine: Upcycling Fashion – Explore a variety of techniques and then choose one for yourself to move from concept to final garment. You will love learning with others in this workshop format. You will also enjoy learning that the approach to design is simple and logical. Whether you make your own recycled fabric or a garment\, you will love the great feelings being sustainable provides. \nHere is an outline of the Designalong: \n Class #1: Introduction to the Upcycling: with a Focus on Techniques  \n\nDiscussion of the Project: Parameters\nPresentation of Examples\nApproaches to Upcycling Techniques\n\nDeconstructing your Source Garments\nPrototyping Ideas\n\n\nPlanning Fabrications\n\nDenim as a source\nOther Fabrics\n\n\nInspiration: Using Pinterest to Gather Ideas\nDiscussion of Mood Boards\nBuilding a Mood Board in PowerPoint\, Canva\, or by Hand\n\nHomework \n\nChoose your Upcycling Approach\nBegin to Collect your Materials\nCollect Images of Inspirations as well as items to use for your Mood Board\nCreate a Mood Board revolving around your choice of fabric and style\nCreate a Rough Sketch of the garment you want to create\n\nClass Two: Presentations of Concepts and Planning your Pattern \n\nPresentations of Student Mood Boards/Concepts\nPresentation: Techniques to Use when Upcycling\n\nSewing\nKnitting\nJoining Parts\nEmbellishment\n\n\nQ&A\nDiscussion of Translating your Design Concept to a Drawing with Dimensions\nUsing Reference Garments and Proportions\nMoving your Design Concept to a Clothing Pattern\nPossible Garment Building Techniques\n\nHomework: \n\nPlan the dimensions of your Garment\nBuild the Pattern\nTest Techniques\nCreate your Upcycled Garment\nPrepare a presentation to share with the group.\n\nClass #3: Presentations and Discussion \n\nPresentations of Student Designs\nCritique\nDiscussion\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email Susan at Cochenille. susan@cochenille.com
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/designalong/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Design Challenge,Designalong Garment Project,Online Class,Pattern Making
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260203T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260203T163000
DTSTAMP:20260129T130809Z
CREATED:20211204T013924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T130809Z
UID:15211-1770130800-1770136200@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Hmm\, Why did that Happen? (in Garment Designer)
DESCRIPTION:Hmm Why did that Happen? (in Garment Designer)\nTuesday\, February 3\, 2026 at 3 p.m. PT\nWeb-145. More Info \nGarment Designer is easy to use and powerful. Yet\, strange things can occasionally happen as you work. Where did my sleeve go? Why is the left side different than the right\, etc. Rest assured\, there is a logical reason why. So\, if you are not a ‘manual’ reader\, or simply want to cut to the chase\, let us show you the most common mistakes people make and explain the why. Having this knowledge tucked into your belt will give you comfort to do more. Susan is pulling form her tech support files as well as her design experience for this webinar. \n>>>\nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you Get with a Webinar?:\n• Online webinar (60 – 90 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend)\n• Handout in Advance\n• Access for two weeks after the webinar to review the video as many times as you like\n• PDF of the PowerPoint lecture (for personal use)\n• 15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades) \nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time. \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-hmm-why-did-that-happen-in-garment-designer-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260201T170000
DTSTAMP:20251230T015218Z
CREATED:20251230T012346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T015218Z
UID:16535-1769760000-1769965200@www.cochenille.com
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:20260126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260126T153000
DTSTAMP:20260102T025942Z
CREATED:20230714T000330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T025942Z
UID:15470-1769436000-1769441400@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Let's Make a Jacket (with Garment Designer)
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, January 26th\, 2026. 2 p.m.  PT \nClick here to go to our store to purchase. \n \nLet’s Make a Jacket will feature the development of a variety of Jackets It will cover design considerations\, fabric choice\, appropriate styles in Garment Designer\, the sequence of steps in building the bodice and sleeve pattern and the option of darts. You will also learn how to add the additional ‘jacket’ pattern parts such as a collar\, front extensions\, facings\, sleeve cuff treatment\, and pockets. It will also cover how to develop a lining. Design and construction tips will be included as well as inspirational ideas. You will enjoy the design techniques and inspiration. \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \nOnline webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend) \n\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the Powerpoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\n\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-lets-make-a-jacket-with-garment-designer/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260121T123000
DTSTAMP:20260102T032645Z
CREATED:20260102T032645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T032645Z
UID:16557-1768993200-1768998600@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Sloper and Pattern Techniques You Should Know
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 21st\, 2026   11 a.m. – **NEW \nWeb-121 \nThis webinar is a compilation of concepts and techniques specifically related to working with Slopers and Patterns in Garment Designer. \nWe sat back and thought about various questions users ask\, and also about the many tips we can offer to fast-track  user knowledge with our Garment Designer software. The result was a list of 25 items we think are important to know. Topics range from working with multiple individual slopers\, adjusting dart size\, non-traditional princess\, and more. \nAlthough most of this information can be found in our manual\, we have learned that many people just prefer to be shown. So join us for this informative presentation\, ask further questions\, and enhance your learning. \n \nClick here to sign up for the webinar. \nIf you sign up\, please check your SPAM folder for the webinar invitation as often browsers divert our emails there (due to an attachment and URL link). \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \nOnline webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend) \n\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the Powerpoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades\, Retreats and webinars)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\n\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-sloper-and-pattern-techniques-you-should-know/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260115T103000
DTSTAMP:20260102T030300Z
CREATED:20210107T002944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T030300Z
UID:14632-1768467600-1768473000@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Body Measurements and How they Impact the Pattern
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 15th\,  2026\, 9 a.m. PT\nWeb-137.  More Info \nA little knowledge up front goes a long way to fit and great looking clothing. In this lecture/demonstration\, you will learn how to take meaningful and accurate body measurements. Then\, we will take it one step further to discuss which parts of a pattern (whether knit or sewn) are impacted by proper and improper measurements. You will gain a greater understanding of why some patterns work and others don’t\, and you can apply your knowledge to correct patterns\, based on your measurements before you even cut the fabric or cast on stitches.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-body-measurements-and-how-they-impact-the-pattern/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20260107T123000
DTSTAMP:20260102T031315Z
CREATED:20260102T031315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T031315Z
UID:16550-1767783600-1767789000@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Upcycling Primer: Creative Approaches to Creating Sustainably with or without Garment Designer
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 7th\, 2026 – 11 a.m.  PT.  **NEW \nWeb-124 \nFabric created from upcycled materials\nClick here to sign up \nUpcycling is more than a trend: it is a life-style that reflects conscious and creative intent. The question often is\, how does one start to upcycle clothing? The answer is\, there are many approaches\, so let us share several of these with you. \nWhether you  create new fabric\, build a garment\, or deconstructing one garment to make another\, you will be inspired by unique results you can obtain and the feel-good sense of achievement that comes with it. \nIn this webinar\, we will cover several approaches which include: \n\nbuilding a new fabric\nreworking an existing garment\ncombining multiple garments into one\nworking to a template\, and more.\ncreative trims\n\nYou can work with scraps\, leftover yardage\, existing clothing or any combination thereof. \nWe will also cover how to cut up an existing garment as well demonstrate a variety of sewing techniques you may want to add to your repertoire. \nIf you sign up\, please check your SPAM folder for the webinar invitation as often browsers divert our emails there (due to an attachment and URL link). \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \nOnline webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend) \n\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the Powerpoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades\, Retreats and webinars)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\n\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-upcycling-primer-creative-approaches-to-creating-sustainably-with-or-without-garment-designer/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251215T133000
DTSTAMP:20251206T121725Z
CREATED:20231201T142046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T121725Z
UID:15590-1765800000-1765805400@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Creating Menswear with Garment Designer
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, December 15\, 2025.  12 p.m. PT \nClick here to sign up for the webinar. \nWith the growing boom in men sewing and knitting\, we think it’s time to repeat our popular  webinar! If you are a male sewist or knitter\, or you want to make something for the special males in your life\, come join us in this webinar which will focus on creating patterns for men. We will look at various top styles including the Henley\, Raglan\, Pullover\, Saddle Shoulder\, Hoodies\, Jackets (tailored and casual)\, men’s shirts (classic and casual) knit sweaters\, pants\, and vests. Lots if inspiration images will be included and you will see Susan build a lot of these styles in front of you\, which is helpful in better-understanding Garment Designer \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \nOnline webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend) \n\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the Powerpoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\n\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-creating-menswear-with-garment-designer-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251210T103000
DTSTAMP:20251128T141608Z
CREATED:20220114T154721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T141608Z
UID:15216-1765357200-1765362600@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Italian Design: Step-by-Step with Garment Designer
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 10\, 2025.  9 a.m. PT \nWeb-165.\nhttps://shop.cochenille.com/collections/webinars-online/products/italian-design-step-by-step-with-garment-designer \nThe Italians are known for their sense of style in fashion\, interiors\, and food. Browsing the store windows has long been a favorite pastime for Susan as she visits Italy. Since she is currently in Verona\, Italy\, Susan will present this webinar ‘live’. She has chosen eight garments from the past few years\, plus new ones as of this Fall 2025 as inspiration and will build each one in Garment Designer\, step-by-step. In the end you will understand the process\, moving from inspiration\, to analysis\, to choosing the correct style menus in the software. Then you will see how\, in some cases\, minor editing gets you where you need to go. Finally\, we explore some other fashions as seen in store windows. If you want to get a sense of the steps from start to finish\, you will enjoy this webinar. \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-italian-design-step-by-step-with-garment-designer/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251203T103000
DTSTAMP:20251128T141816Z
CREATED:20231201T140445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T141816Z
UID:15587-1764752400-1764757800@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Working Creatively with Symmetry in Garment Designer
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, December 3rd\, 2025       9 a.m. PT \nClick here to sign up for the webinar.\n \nThe Symmetry function in Garment Designer is a powerful feature to use when designing patterns. Susan will help you understand how to use symmetry effectively and creatively so that you can get the most out of this feature. You will learn the difference between Mirror and Give/Take symmetries\, and the best approaches to use when designing. You will see Susan build multiple fashion garments using the Symmetry function to its fullest. By the end\, you should feel more confident to use this incredible tool for both design and fit. \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted.You must sign up prior to the scheduled date. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \nOnline webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend) \n\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the Powerpoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled one days prior\, so be sure to register early.\n\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-working-creatively-with-symmetry-in-garment-designer/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251124T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251124T103000
DTSTAMP:20251103T223529Z
CREATED:20160512T032359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T223529Z
UID:2710-1763974800-1763980200@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Stitch Painter
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Stitch Painter \nMonday\, Nov. 24th\, 2025.  9 a.m. \n \nNeed a refresher? Or are you a new Stitch Painter user? This webinar will demonstrate the basic workings of Stitch Painter\, Cochenille’s Stitch Design program. This program can also be used for Beading\, Stitchery\, Mosaics or any graph based design. Learn how to approach a project\, use the Tools\, Repeat\, and other basic menus.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/introduction-stitch-painter/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Lazear":MAILTO:info@cochenille.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251203T235900
DTSTAMP:20251128T142329Z
CREATED:20231121T210635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T142329Z
UID:15567-1763971200-1764806340@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Cochenille Black Friday/Cyber Monday plus.... Specials
DESCRIPTION:Cochenille is pleased to offer a 15% discount on all products on our website. \nwith the exclusion of software upgrades. \n \n\n\n\nWhat? \n 15% discount on all products with the exclusion of software upgrades\n\n\n Where? \n Here on our web store.  You can read more about our products at             www.cochenille.com\n\n\n When?\n Monday\, Nov. 24th through Wednesday\, December 3rd\, 2025\n\n\n Why?\n  Because we appreciate you!\n\n\n Who?\n  Anyone\, but one use per customer\n\n\n\nUse the link below to automatically have the discount go into effect.\nhttps://shop.cochenille.com/discount/BF25 \nOR..use the following code at Checkout: BF25\n\nOne use per customer\nThis code can’t be combined with other discount codes.\n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/cochenille-black-friday-cyber-monday-black-friday-specials/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251118T103000
DTSTAMP:20251103T222401Z
CREATED:20210503T231928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T222401Z
UID:14903-1763456400-1763461800@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Variations on a Theme.  * Updated
DESCRIPTION:Variations on a Theme\nTuesday\, Nov. 18th\, 2025. 9 a.m.\nWeb-119   More Info \nJust as music has variations to a theme\, so can we\, using Garment Designer. In this webinar\, you will learn how to take a pattern and apply different variations to it to create multiple looks. This is an ideal approach for anyone who has a garment they love\, and want more mileage from. We will work with a Top (Italian Inspiration)\, Skirt and Pant. You will see how to get mileage from one design/pattern that is your starting point. \nWe will cover the creation and use of ‘Master Patterns’ in this updated webinar.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-variations-on-a-theme-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251112T103000
DTSTAMP:20251103T223741Z
CREATED:20240104T012608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T223741Z
UID:15638-1762938000-1762943400@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: All About Knit Fabrics: Design and Use
DESCRIPTION:All About Knit Fabrics: Design and Use\nWednesday\, Nov. 12th\, 2025. 9 a.m. \n \nEveryone loves to wear knits. They are easy to work with\, quick to sew\, and comfortable to wear. \nThis webinar will focus on a discussion of the most popular knit fabrics and the characteristics of each. You will learn how to choose a knit for a specific end use and how to adjust a pattern for the knit vs. woven garment. Learn how to calculate and utilize stretch factors of a knit in decision making with regards to your pattern\, and how to adjust a pattern when you want to use a different type of knit. Sewing techniques suitable for knitwear will also be covered. Let knits be your best friend. \nTo purchase\, click here. \nIf you sign up\, please check your SPAM folder for the webinar invitation as often browsers divert our emails there (due to an attachment and URL link). \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \nOnline webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend) \n\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the PowerPoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades\, Retreats/Workshops and webinars)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\n\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time. Following the webinar\, you will receive a link to the video recording and a PDF copy of the PowerPoint.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-all-about-knit-fabrics-design-and-use-new/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251105T123000
DTSTAMP:20251103T222006Z
CREATED:20240104T012105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T222006Z
UID:15635-1762340400-1762345800@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Let's Make a Vest
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Make a Vest\nWednesday\, November 5th\, 2025       11 a.m. \nWeb-153 \nInspiration and Pattern\nLet’s Make a Vest will feature the development of a vest\, which we define as a sleeveless top to be worn over another garment. This is appropriate for both sewers and knitters. Topics will cover design considerations\, fabric/yarn choice\, appropriate styles in Garment Designer\, the sequence of steps in building the pattern and the option of darts. You will also learn how to add the additional pattern parts such as a collar\, front extension\, facings or bands\, and pockets. Design and construction tips will be included as well as inspirational ideas. The goal is that you will understand the process so you can create your own unique vest pattern with success. \nClick here to purchase\, \nIf you sign up\, please check your SPAM folder for the webinar invitation as often browsers divert our emails there (due to an attachment and URL link). \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \nOnline webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend) \n\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the PowerPoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades\, Retreats/Workshops and webinars)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\n\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time. Following the webinar\, you will receive a link to the video recording and a PDF copy of the PowerPoint.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-lets-make-a-vest-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251028T123000
DTSTAMP:20250922T061755Z
CREATED:20201105T193646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T061755Z
UID:14585-1761649200-1761654600@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Twenty Pattern Guidelines
DESCRIPTION:Twenty Pattern Guidelines\nTuesday\, October 28th\, 2025. 11 a.m.\nWeb-109. More Info \n \nIf you alter or create your own patterns\, then it’s time you increase your knowledge of pattern rules that professionals know and understand. In the class you will see how simple it can be…if you understand the basics. Study the anatomy of a pattern\, learn how to change it properly and how to relate ease to fit. Garment Designer will be used to demonstrate examples\, but this webinar is valuable to anyone who works with patterns for sewing or knitting. \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \n\nOnline webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend)\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the Powerpoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades)\n\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early. \nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time. \n 
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-twenty-pattern-guidelines/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251009T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20250311T002849Z
CREATED:20250311T002849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T002849Z
UID:16189-1760029200-1760893200@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:2025 Italy Fashion and Food Retreat\, Verona\, Italy
DESCRIPTION:Italy Fashion\, Craft\, and Food Retreat\nVerona\, Italy\nOctober 9-19th\, 2025 \n \n  \nSusan has been going to Verona since 2007 and she now lives there half-time. She has developed a sense for Italian fashion\, food\, and lifestyle. She has also established contacts with various artists\, designers\, stores\, museums\, and food-related businesses. \nThis year\, our 2025 retreat\, centered in Verona\, will include day-trips to Venice and Vicenza. The Retreat will begin at dinner time on October 9th (the day of arrival) and ends the morning of October 19th with a farewell coffee/brunch. \nMaximum group size is 7/8 persons. \nFashion\, Crafts\, Food… \nThis year\, we are continuing our emphasis on mini-workshops; some with locals and some with Susan. Topics will revolve around hand-techniques with fiber art\, garment and pattern design\, sustainability\, idea shopping\, and more. In addition\, we will have fashion appointments that include visits to artisans\, fabric and yarn stores\, designers\, and a knitting mill. There will be two out-of-town trips. As always\, we will also take a trip to Venice to explore its sights and activities related to fashion. We will also attend an event called Abilmente (the Salon of Creative Ideas) which is in Vicenza and features exhibits\, workshops\, and vendors. We are leaving the last Saturday free for you to choose what you want to do\, whether it be shopping or visiting yet another city outside of Verona. \nPlease download the trip brochure and registration form at the following link for further details:\nRetreat Flyer : www.cochenille.com/Workshops/ItalyFashionRetreat_2025.pdf \nRegistration Form:  www.cochenille.com/Workshops/Registration_Italy_2025.pdf \nThe total cost of this retreat is $1750.00. \nA deposit of $500 will be required to hold your place. Please email your completed Registration form to susan@cochenille.com.  Then\, send an original to the address on the form. We require original signatures and initials. \nYou may pay your deposit here at our store\, or by Zelle\, Venmo\, or mail a check to Cochenille. Of course\, we prefer Zelle or Venmo due to credit card fees. See instructions on the registration form. For Zelle and Venmo\, please email Susan for the info to use for payment. \nThe balance of $1250 will be due 7/15/25. \nYou can submit the balance by going to the this link: \n  \n  \nFelt Class with Lisbeth Wahl in Wine Country outside of Verona.\nWe spend a day in Venice\, Italy each retreat.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/2025-italy-fashion-and-food-retreat-verona-italy/
LOCATION:Verona\, Italy\, Verona\, Verona\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Retreats & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250922T103000
DTSTAMP:20250830T162847Z
CREATED:20231026T170725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T162847Z
UID:15555-1758531600-1758537000@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Let's Work with Handwovens: Design and Sew
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Work with Handwovens: Design and Sew\nMonday\, Sept. 22\, 2025            9 a.m.  PT\n \nWhether you wove it yourself\, or have purchased fabric that has that hand-woven look\, you will want to create unique and memorable fashions which take advantage of the beautiful fabric that inspired you. This webinar looks at the various decisions one makes when choosing styles and picking or creating patterns for hand-woven fabrics. It will also cover a discussion of sewing and finishing techniques. You will see a variety of patterns created with Garment Designer\, but you can apply what you learn to choosing commercial patterns. \nTo purchase the webinar\, go here. \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \nOnline webinar (60 – 90 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend) \n\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the Powerpoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\n\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-lets-work-with-handwovens/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250909T113000
DTSTAMP:20250830T162358Z
CREATED:20231001T124719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T162358Z
UID:15534-1757412000-1757417400@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Understanding Armhole-Sleeve Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, Sept. 9th\, 2025            10 a.m.              \nIf you alter patterns\, or want to draft them ‘from scratch’\, Susan will teach you the basics of armhole and sleeve combinations. Understand how changes made to the armhole affect the sleeve and enjoy learning how to draft/create a multitude of sleeve styles. Garment Designer will be used to demonstrate examples\, but the techniques apply to hand-drafting and altering patterns as well. \n  \nTo purchase\, click here. \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \n\nOnline webinar (60 – 90 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend)\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the Powerpoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades)\n\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early. \nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one or two days prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-understanding-armhole-sleeve-relationships/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250904T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250904T163000
DTSTAMP:20250830T162210Z
CREATED:20230731T071410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T162210Z
UID:15492-1756998000-1757003400@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Creative Facing Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:Creating Facing Alternatives \nThursday\, Sept. 4th\, 2025         3 p.m.   \nClick here to purchase. \n\n\nAre you tired of using the standard facing? Why not explore some alternatives to facings as gleaned by paying attention to designer clothing. Susan will share multiple images of garments that she has collected in her travels and discuss not only how to approach the designs of these in Garment Designer\, but also the sewing techniques involved as well. Learn to give your work a signature look and say bye-bye to the facing of past. \n>>> \nNo Need to be Present Live! \nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted.You must sign up prior to the scheduled date. \nWhat do you get with a Webinar?: \nOnline webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend) \n\nHandout in Advance\nAccess for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\nPDF of the Powerpoint lecture (for personal use)\n15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\n\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-creative-facing-alternatives/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250825T120000
DTSTAMP:20250311T003841Z
CREATED:20240219T015941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T003841Z
UID:15739-1755799200-1756123200@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:New Mexico Garment Designer Workshop/Retreat
DESCRIPTION:August 21st – 25th\, 2025\nCimarron\, New Mexico \nStudents at work!\nThe Casa\, site of your 2025 Design Retreat.\nWe are continuing our tradition of truly retreating in an amazing location and spending focused time with Garment Designer. So\, we return to Cimarron\, New Mexico and the 100-year-old inn we have grown to love. \nSkill Level: All you really need is computer comfort and some sewing experience. It is advisable to get the software in advance and have experimented with it a bit\, but even this is not critical.  Those with more advanced Garment Designer Skills will simply work at a higher and faster level. \nAugust 21st – 25th\, 2025\nCimarron\, New Mexico \nWe are continuing our tradition of truly retreating in an amazing location and spending focused time with Garment Designer. So\, we return to Cimarron\, New Mexico and the 100-year-old inn we have grown to love. \nSkill Level: All you really need is computer comfort and some sewing experience. It is advisable to get the software in advance and have experimented with it a bit\, but even this is not critical.  Those with more advanced Garment Designer Skills will simply work at a higher and faster level. \nThis year our theme is called ‘One Plus One = Two’. We will focus on how to design two ‘top’ garments that can be worn together. Typically this would be a top and a jacket\, but you can choose to use any other top style you like such as a camisole\, sweater\, vest\, etc. \nStudents will be asked to bring fabric/yarn samples for these projects as we will discuss the role a fabric plays while making decisions about the styles you choose to create. Ease\, Drape\, and Style compatibility are all considerations that need to be determined prior to building a pattern. \nYour first garment will be the Top\, and through the creation of the pattern for this\, and then\, the building of a full-scale paper pattern\, we can test fit and style. If you bring some muslin\, this can be stitched for even better results. We will evaluate the garment and make adjustments should you need them. It is a great skill to know how to take changes back to your Garment Designer pattern. \nOnce the first garment is set\, you will proceed to design the second garment bearing in mind that the two pieces will be worn together. Often\, this requires some basic changes to certain areas of the second garment if it is to be worn over the first. \nThe skills you learn in this workshop will serve you well for future projects. You will experience a great mix of design considerations used to create a successful project. \nYou will love learning more about the abilities of Garment Designer. In addition to the hands-on workshop\, moving from project to project\, there will be lots of talk on design\, creativity\, etc. You will be free to work into the wee hours of the night\, as we have taken over an area of the Inn. We do take a partial day to explore the city of Taos for its fashion\, fabric and yarn. There is lots of inspiration there. \nHere is the flyer for the Retreat. \nHere is the registration form.\nSpace is limited. You can submit the form via email or mail\, and pay for the Retreat either by Zelle\, Venmo\, check or by credit card on our Shopify store.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/new-mexico-garment-designer-workshop-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Casa Del Gavilan\, Cimarron\, NM\, 87714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats & Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250821T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250825T170000
DTSTAMP:20260727T000534Z
CREATED:20260211T235347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T000534Z
UID:16613-1755763200-1756141200@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:New Mexico Garment Designer Retreat 2026
DESCRIPTION:From Fabric/Yarn to Garment\nGarment Designer Retreat\nAugust 21st – 25th\, 2026\nCimarron\, New Mexico \n$420.00 \nThe Casa\, site of your 2025 Design Retreat.\nWe are continuing our tradition of truly retreating in an amazing location and spending focused time with Garment Designer. So\, we return to Cimarron\, New Mexico and the 100-year-old inn we have grown to love. \nSkill Level: All you really need is computer comfort and some sewing experience. It is advisable to get the software in advance and have experimented with it a bit\, but even this is not critical.  Those with more advanced Garment Designer Skills will simply work at a higher and faster level. \nWe are continuing our tradition of truly retreating in an amazing location and spending focused time with Garment Designer software for pattern making. So\, we return to Cimarron\, New Mexico and the 100+ year-old inn we have grown to love. \nThis year our theme is called ‘From Fabric/Yarn to Garment’. The focus of the retreat is to walk you through the design process of translating your chosen fabrics or yarns to a garment (and pattern) that suits the fabric and your figure. \nStudents will be asked to bring two to four different fabrics or yarn swatches\, each with a different hand and weight. These can be commercial fabrics\, handwoven\, hand knit\, machine knit or crochet swatches. \nFrom Fabric through the Design Process to Pattern\nWe will begin with an overview of fabrics and the role they play in your design. Susan will have samples for you to see and touch\, and together we will determine how those fabrics are going to play a role in decisions made for garment design and Garment Designer pattern work. \nAfter a brief figure analysis exercise\,  you will combine those results with the knowledge you gained from the fabric exercise and begin to plan the perfect garment. Students will choose an inspiration (from online or other)\, and using their personal measurements\, sketch and plan a garment. The last step will be to build the pattern in Garment Designer and if there is time\,  test the results. \nYou will repeat the process for a second garment using a different fabric. In addition\, you will learn how to modify a pattern you have created for a one fabric to work with a different type of fabric that has its own unique characteristic. \nThe skills you learn in this workshop will serve you well for future projects. You will be better equipped to know how your fabric plays a role in the styles you choose. You will also be more familiar with the process one goes through in garment and pattern development. \nYou will love learning more about the abilities of Garment Designer. In addition to the hands-on workshop\, moving from project to project\, there will be lots of talk on design\, creativity\, etc. You will be free to work into the wee hours of the night\, as we have taken over an area of the Inn. We do take a partial day to explore the city of Taos for its fashion\, fabric and yarn. There is lots of inspiration there. \nHere is the flyer for the Retreat (which includes the re. \nHere is the registration form.\nSpace is limited. You can submit the form via email or mail\, and pay for the Retreat here in our Shopify store or by Zelle\, Venmo\, or check. \nClick here to go to our web store to sign up
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/new-mexico-garment-designer-retreat-2026/
LOCATION:Casa Del Gavilan\, Cimarron\, NM\, 87714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250708T113000
DTSTAMP:20250701T001453Z
CREATED:20240617T221240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T001453Z
UID:15888-1751968800-1751974200@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: The How and Why of Prototyping Your Ideas
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 8th\, 2025  10 a.m. PT\nWeb-154 \nPrototyping in 1/4 scale\nGarment Designer provides you with a creative tool to advance your design. In this webinar we want to share with you the various approaches you can take to test out your ideas. Are my proportions\, right? How do I sew this garment? How can I add more interest to the piece? Is this pattern doable? These are all questions we ask ourselves as we push forward with our projects. Susan will share various approaches with Garment Designer (and in general) to prototyping\, which include paper planning\, 1/4 and 1/2 scale prototyping\, working with space divisions and proportions\, and more. Learn how to work out an idea without being full scale. \nTo purchase the webinar\, click here. \n  \nIf you sign up\, please check your SPAM folder for the webinar invitation as often browsers divert our emails there (due to an attachment and URL link).    \nNo Need to be present. \n>>>\nWe’ve listened to your feedback and will have the webinars available to review for attendees who sign up prior to the scheduled webinar but are unable to attend at that time. The video will be completely unedited\, directly from the webinar meeting. It will be available for two weeks after the webinar is hosted. \nWhat do you Get with a Webinar?\n• Online webinar (60 – 70 minutes) (or access to the recording if you can’t attend)\n• Handout in Advance\n• Access for two weeks after the webinar to review the video\n• PDF of the PowerPoint lecture (for personal use)\n• 15% discount code for Cochenille Products (excluding software upgrades and webinars)\nWebinars need a minimum of three participants to host. If we do not meet this minimum\, the webinar will be canceled two days prior\, so be sure to register early.\nAfter registration\, we will email you with the webinar invite and handout\, one day prior to the scheduled time.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/webinar-the-how-and-why-of-prototyping-your-ideas-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online Class,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250612T120000
DTSTAMP:20250226T191129Z
CREATED:20250226T190911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T191129Z
UID:16168-1748883600-1749729600@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Retreat: Fashion\, Textiles\, and Silk Painting in Lyon and Buxy (Burgundy)\, France
DESCRIPTION:Fashion\, Textiles\, and Silk Painting Lyon and Buxy (Burgundy)\, France\nJune 2nd – 12th\, 2025\nSilk Painting in Burgundy\nVintner Home in Buxy Burgundy\nThis year we are combining our days of exploring Lyon with days of textile and garment design and Silk Painting in Burgundy with textile artist Nadja Lancelot and Cochenille’s Susan Lazear. \nOur France retreat will begin in Lyon exploring its deep silk and textile heritage. We will have a variety of appointments and excursions. Of course\, we cannot help but enjoy the cuisine\, as Lyon is France’s leading culinary capital. We will then move to Burgundy to the vintner home of Nadja Lancelot who will teach you how to hand-paint on silk. We will provide some workshop time both in Lyon and Burgundy to aid you in your creative process with garment/pattern design. If you are new to design\, fear not\, Nadja and Susan will guide you along. Special highlights of our trip include a visit to Hermés to see how they print their scarves\, and dinner with a French Chef in his 18th century home. \nYou can download a Flyer with detailed information here. Click here to download the Registration form. \nGroup size is limited to 5 people. Click here to go to the deposit page on our web store. \nCost: $1700. 00
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/retreat-fashion-textiles-and-silk-painting-lyon-and-buxy-burgundy-france/
LOCATION:Lyon\, France\, Lyon\, France
CATEGORIES:Retreats & Workshops
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UID:16183-1741683600-1745319600@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Designalong: Shawl Collar\, March 11\, 25\, and April 22nd\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Shawl Collar Design\nDesignalong with or without Garment Designer\n  \nExplore the Shawl Collar and the Design Process\nFor sewers\, knitters\, crocheters\n$75.00\nDA-03\n\nTuesday\, March 11\, 2025\, 9 a.m. PT\nTuesday\, March 125\, 2025\, 9 a.m. PT\nTuesday\, April 22\, 2025\, 9 a.m. PT\nAttend live or watch the recordings\n\n \n  \nWelcome to the third in a series of Designalongs with Cochenille. \nThis Designalong features the creation of a Shawl Collar style. Shawl Collars are unique in that the back collar is attached to the front pattern piece and wraps around to the back neck. There are many different styles you can create with a shawl collar ranging from tailored to very drapey collars. You will learn how to create a Mood Board which will set the tone for your design and inspire you. You will also learn how to choose your fabric and how to plan a garment by developing some base dimensions prior to creating a pattern. \n*Note: You will need to have Style Set 2 in order to have the Shawl Collar option in Garment Designer. If you are not a Garment Designer owner\, you can still participate in the webinar using a commercial pattern which you can modify. \nYou can sew\, knit\, or crochet the entire garment or mix and match parts. You will have a month to create the garment after class 2. \nIf you have any questions\, please email Susan at Cochenille. susan@cochenille.com \n>> No Need to be Present Live! \nClick here to read the agenda for meetings\, and the purchase.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/designalong-shawl-collar-march-11-25-and-april-22nd-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Designalong Garment Project,Online Class,Pattern Making,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250227T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250302T170000
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UID:15655-1740643200-1740934800@www.cochenille.com
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:20250222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250223T160000
DTSTAMP:20250218T004623Z
CREATED:20250215T050026Z
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UID:16156-1740218400-1740326400@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:San Marcos Garment Designer Workshop\, February 22-23\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Saturday/Sunday\, February 22nd\, 23rd\, 2025.\n10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nLocation: San Marcos\, California\nSusan Lazear’s Home – maximum of 7 people\n$150.00 \nGarment Designer Winter Workshop\nWe are pleased to offer our Winter Workshop this upcoming year.  Want to learn more about your software? Maybe escape the snow while you are at it? \nWhether you are new to the program\, need a brush-up\, or want to stretch what you already know\, you are bound to learn. \nThe theme of the workshop is: Planning and Creating Patterns \nThe goal of our Garment Designer Winter workshop this year will focus on the process one goes through in planning and creating a pattern (for either sewing or knitting). You will build 1-2 patterns\, and test fit one.  You will learn how to use more of the functions in the software. A day exploring textiles\, art\, and fashion in San Diego is an option for those who are interested to do so. \n\nTo Be Covered in the Workshop \n\nTaking Key measurements\nOverview of the Design Process\nPlanning the Pattern Prior to the Computer\nWorking with Garment Designer\nConfirming Measurements through a Test Garment\nTest Fitting\n\nSan Marcos is near San Diego\, California. \nWe can assist people in locating hotels in the area. \nClick here to download the flyer and registration form. Sign up for the workshop here\, and then download and complete the registration and send it to susan@cochenille.com \nWe are offering an optional exploration day in San Diego\, CA on Friday\, February 21st\, 2025. See the registration form for details.
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/san-marcos-garment-designer-workshop-february-22-23-2025/
LOCATION:Susan’s Home\, San Marcos\, CA\, 92078\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Tijuana:20250207T140000
DTSTAMP:20250207T012912Z
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UID:15843-1738933200-1738936800@www.cochenille.com
SUMMARY:Toast and Boast #26
DESCRIPTION:Cochenille Users\nPlease join us for Toast and Boast #26. \nUsers of Garment Designer and Stitch Painter share their work. \nTopic: Toast and Boast #26 Invitation \nTime: Feb 7\, 2025 01:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/84165748442?pwd=et2eZjQwixtkoVCjjlDfCU67KtOa7I.1 \nMeeting ID: 841 6574 8442 \nPasscode: 670758 \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+16694449171\,\,84165748442#\,\,\,\,*670758# US \n+16699006833\,\,84165748442#\,\,\,\,*670758# US (San Jose) \nMeeting ID: 841 6574 8442 \nPasscode: 670758 \nFind your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kpQnT1XxJ
URL:https://www.cochenille.com/event/toast-and-boast-24/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Toast and Boast
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