CGOA’s [Ch Sp] Retreat 2026

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY (July 16)

I will be teaching Publishing Pathways: Traditional Publishers, Indie Platforms, and Smart Self-Publishing My experience going from individual patterns to full books, gaining insight into various models for taking an idea to the marketplace with a successful launch.

RETREAT (July 17-19)

I will be teaching Delta Lace: Delta lace creates an open, flowing fabric with remarkable drape. It’s a traditional technique that translates beautifully to modern yarn, and it’s more approachable than it looks. In this class, you’ll learn three versions of delta lace: double crochet, triple crochet, and double triple crochet. Each variation creates a different texture and density, giving you flexibility in your designs. We’ll put these skills to work immediately by starting a shawl together. By the end of class, you’ll have a strong foundation and enough of your shawl completed to finish confidently at home. This is lace that feels both classic and contemporary. You’ll love how it moves.