Retreats 2026
Cochenille hosts small group design and fashion retreats in various locations. These are intimate small group activities.
Annually, we offer two different Retreats overseas; one in France (now completed for 2026) and one in Italy (upcoming and still open for registration).
Verona, Italy, October 8th-18th, 2026
Maximum: 7 people
This includes workshops with local artisans and Susan from Cochenille, cooking classes, fashion and design discussions, trips to Venice, Vicenza, etc.
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Retreat Flyer http://www.cochenille.com/Workshops/ItalyFashionRetreat_2026.pdf
Registration www.cochenille.com/Workshops/Registration_Italy_2026.pdf
Please email us at Susan with questions.
Lyon and Burgundy, France, Fashion, Textiles, and Silk Textile Arts, May 26th - June 5th, 2026 - COMPLETED... and a great success!
Maximum: 6 people
This combines workshops on silk textile arts with garment design classes with Susan from Cochenille. It also includes exploring the Burgundy region and the city of Lyon, France.
