Pattern and Clothing Design with Variations on a Theme

The Theory of Base Patterns In the world of music, many composers developed a song based on a musical phrase or motif, and then they varied it as the song progressed. Examples include pieces by Mozart and Bach’s Goldenberg Variations,...Read More

Webinar: Creative Facing Alternatives

Creating Facing Alternatives Thursday, Sept. 4th, 2025         3 p.m.  Click here to purchase. Are 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...Read More

New Mexico Garment Designer Retreat 2026

From Fabric/Yarn to Garment Garment Designer Retreat August 21st - 25th, 2026 Cimarron, New Mexico $420.00 [caption id="attachment_16193" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] The Casa, site of your 2025 Design Retreat.[/caption] We are continuing our tradition of truly retreating in an amazing location...Read More

Webinar: The How and Why of Prototyping Your Ideas

Tuesday, July 8th, 2025  10 a.m. PT Web-154 [caption id="attachment_15889" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Prototyping in 1/4 scale[/caption] Garment Designer provides you with a creative tool to advance your design. In this webinar we want to share with you the various approaches...Read More