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Crocheting since her teens, Jean applies the skills from her business of
helping small businesses and individuals to be more organized into teaching
our craft. Her students return year after year to see what new things she
has to show them. Jean is a CYCA Certified Crochet Instructor and the President
of the newly-formed CGOA chapter in Cincinnati, OH. A New Beginning, Endings & Joining (3 hours, SAT PM) |
Named a "Master Knitter of the 90's" by Vogue Knitting, this
New York City native has been involved in some aspect of the fashion industry
since age 13. Lily designs for magazines and yarn companies and does fabric
development and knitdowns for Seventh Avenue, from the Gap to Isaac Mizrahi.
She writes the "On Designing" column for Knitter's and the annual
"Focus on Fibers" report for Knit 'N Style. Her workshops, lectures,
and seminars on hand and machine knitting and crochet are conducted throughout
the U.S. and Canada. In early '94, Lily served as international fashion
and design consultant to the Indonesian Textile Association in Bali and
Malaysian manufacturing concerns in Kuala Lumpur. She designs many things
under the Vanna White name, including afghans for both those books. In 1999,
Lily's first book on colorful crocheted afghans will be released by Oxmoor
House. Being a token "young person who knits and crochets," she
has been featured and cited in several newspaper articles, including in
the New York Times, the Washington Post, USA Today, Newsday, the Chicago
Tribune, and the New York Daily News for bashing the "granny"
image of handcrafts. She's been seen on cable TV's "Handmade by Design"
on Lifetime and on CNN.
Fine Shaping in Stitch Patterning
(3 hours, FRI AM), Computer Aided Design (3 hours, FRI PM),
Chic, Shapely Crocheted Chevrons (6 hours, SAT AM & PM)
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Crocheting and knitting for more than 30 years, Margaret designs and makes
one-of-a-kind garments and accessories, and teaches knitting and crochet
classes in the Washington, DC area. Her work was on display in the 1997
national exhibit, "Breaking Patterns - Contemporary Hand Knitting in
the United States." Also in 1997, she taught a workshop at the Maryland
Sheep and Wool Festival. Margaret is a Master Hand Knitter with certification
from The Knitting Guild of America. She is a member of the Potomac Craftsmen
Guild in Washington, DC and the Potomac Craftsmen Fiber Gallery at the Torpedo
Factory in Alexandria, VA. The Unique, Trés Chic Beret (6 hours, FRI AM & PM) |
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After learning embroidery and knitting in boarding school during World War
II, Hetty added crochet, quilting and spinning to her crafts repertoire
during the 1960s. A graduate of the London School of Occupational Therapy,
Hetty learned a wide variety of crafts that she then used to help her patients
with disabilities. She is currently Director of the Occupational Therapy
Department at Hudson Valley Hospital Center. She is a CYCA Certified Instructor
in both crochet and knitting, and presented her Safe Stitching workshop
twice at Stitches '97. Safe Stitching: Protect Your Hands (3 hours, SUN AM) |
While handknitting and crochet are her special obsessions, Kathleen loves
to combine everything she knows about color, texture and technique to all
the fiber crafts. Her eclectic FiberArt buttons have appeared in Bead &
Button, McCall's Needlework, and The Button Craft Book. In addition to designing
for yarn companies and magazines such as Knitter's, Interweave Knits, Fashion
Crochet and Crochet Digest, Kathleen has also taught at Embellishments,
Stitches, and at previous CGOA conferences. She shares her home
with "two
whippets, more beads than fleas, 2 knitting machines, and a yarn stash as
big as Idaho."
Copy Cat Crochet (6 hours, FRI
AM & PM), Twists & Turns with Tunisian Crochet Jewelry (6
hours, SAT AM & PM), Anything Goes: Crazy Quilt Crochet (3 hours,
SUN AM)
An Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology,
Arnetta has been teaching upper division and seminar classes in knit design,
hand knitting and crochet since 1988. Arnetta began crocheting at a very
early age inspired by a mother who crocheted afghans for all in the family
and a sister who crocheted flower arrangements for hospital patients. While
working in the knitwear industry, Arnetta found her knowledge of crochet
very useful for finishing, especially slip stitching seams and neckline
trims.
CYCA Certified Crochet Instructors Course (15
hours, PostConference)
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A floral and fiber designer, Rick has made his passions his livelihood.
Old Town Flowers & Fiber in Albuquerque, NM showcases his works in both
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elds. Rick designs and teaches knit and crochet in the essence of creative
approach. He likes to take the idea of a garment and produce it in a fresh
yet chic way, tailoring it into a garment of personal expression. Rick is
the chairperson of the Education Committee for CGOA. Picking Sides: A Sideways Sweater (6 hours, FRI AM & PM), Woven Wonders (6 hours, SAT AM & PM), Crochet Inspirations for Signature Design (15 hours, PostConference) |
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A nationally recognized author, teacher and designer in the needlearts,
Nancy has published two books: 50 Heirloom Buttons to Make and The Lacy
Knitting of Mary Schiffmann. She has also had numerous articles published
in Threads, Piecework and other needlearts magazines. Nancy has designed
pieces for Donna Karan and DMC, and has taught locally, regionally, and
nationally, including the EGA Seminar '96. Five Fabric Hems for Crocheted Edges (6 hours, FRI AM & PM), Victorian Crocheted Button/Brooch (3 hours, SUN AM) |
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While raising her family, many crafts including crochet became Kathleen's
hobby. Volunteer work gave her a great deal of experience in education.
Putting accounting and bookkeeping behind her, Kathleen ventured into the
world of her dreams: writing, designing and teaching crochet. After dedicating
two years to study and research, Kathleen discovered that there was a need
for concentration on the basics. A solid ground would create more consistency.
Understanding the organization of crochet itself establishes stability.
Kathleen has published The ABC's of Crochet, What Every Crocheter Should
Know, is currently writing a crochet book for children, and plans a book
for the intermediate crocheter. Crochet Basics for Beginners (6 hours, Sat AM & PM) |
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Annie Potter has been a front-runner in the world of needlecraft for more
than 20 years. She is the founder and former owner o
f Annie's Attic. Her
new company, Annie Potter Presents, is a direct mail marketer specializing
in crochet patterns. She is also extending her focus to include all types
of needlework, from sewing to plastic canvas to ribbon embroidery. A premier
crochet designer, Annie continues to produce one-of-a-kind crochet patterns
that emphasize her ability to work crochet lace into beautiful creations. Dressing for Fun, Glamour, Size & Art (3 hours, offered twice, FRI AM & SUN AM) |
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Mary started crocheting in 1967 because she really needed more doll clothes.
She crocheted her first full-sized sweater in 1969 and won a ribbon in duPont's
"Golden Afghan" contest in 1973. Two of her designs won prizes
in a series of six contests sponsored by McCall's Needlework & Crafts
in 1982; Mary was the only participant to win more than once. Her articles
on crocheting fabrics that drape well and on design from the top down were
published in Threads magazine in 1987 and 1988. She offers mending and problem-solving
services and teaches new crocheters through local yarn shops,
teaches basic
skills and projects at the local women's jail, and shares the crochet perspective
at her local knitting guild chapter. Mary is the Tips & Tricks columnist
for CGOA's Chain Link newsletter. It Looks Just Like A Sweater! (6 hours, SAT AM & PM) |
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An entrepreneur already in junior high school, Suzann crocheted and
sold over 100 granny square drawstring purses. Alas, her granny square purse
fortune did not last, so she turned to teaching crochet in her hometown
in the 1980s. In the 1990s, Suzann has taught nationally and has had her
designs and articles about crochet, knitting, and jewelry published in several
magazines. One of her creations, a coat titled "Cosmic Peacock,"
opens each showing of the prestigious Fairfield Fashion Show on tour in
the United States through October 1998. Suzann looks forward to finding
out where crochet will take her in the new millennium. Irish Crochet Techniques (6 hours, FRI AM & PM), MultiColor Mania (3 hours, SAT AM), Cornering & Curving Crochet Trims (3 hours, SAT PM) |
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Unexpectedly finding herself having to teach crochet, Pauline discovered
a lack of information on crochet and was surprised to realize that the craft
of crochet (using a single hooked implement, not fingers) is actually quite
young. Pauline enjoys the versatility and variety of materials and equipment
that can be used in crochet, and its ability to combine with other crafts.
With 20 years teaching experience specializing in crochet, Pauline is a
veritable "walking encyclopaedia" of crochet and has written many
books and articles, as well as being interviewed in newspapers, and on radio
and television. In addition to offering the Diploma in Crochet course, Pauline
Turner's company, Crochet Design, produces training videos, and publishes
patterns and technique and design books related to crochet. Interlocking & Overlocking Shapes (3 hours, FRI AM), Textured Tunisian (3 hours, FRI PM), Clones Knots (3 hours, SAT AM), Funghi & Fun (3 hours, SUN AM) |
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A Ph.D. in Art from the University of Georgia, Carol is currently the
Art Historian at Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville. A nationally-exhibiting
artist, teacher, and writer, she authored Tapestry Crochet in 1981, as well
as more than 20 articles. Carol incorporates her interest in pottery, basketry,
photography, and computer graphics into her award-winning pieces. |
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