Machine Knitters Guild of San Diego

Bio of Susan Lazear

Susan Lazear is a Professor of Fashion at San Diego Mesa College. She is a recognized author and wearable artist, specializing in mixed media. Susan owns Cochenille Design Studio which develops software and design aids for knitters, sewers, and textile artists. She has lectured and conducted workshops around the world.   More . . .

Design Awareness – How to Move your Garments Up a Notch

Day 1: Design Awareness Workshop

• Planning Colors
• Creative Techniques for Striping
• Texture Translations/Stitch Pattern
• Creative Color Knit Design, etc. 

Day 2: Garment Design 

• Creative use of Simple Shapes
• Filling the Interior Panning Ideas
• Combining Fabrications
• Other Techniques