Summer Camp 2013
Updated 5/6/13
Updated 5/6/13
quick update- camps still open are:
- Intro To Sewing July 29-Aug 2 (9am -12)
- Open Studio July 22-26 (9am-12)
- Open Studio July 29- Aug 2 (1-4pm)
- Hand Embroidery Aug 5-9 (1-4pm)
We are preparing for another fun and crafty summer here at School of Crafts. Last summer was an even greater success than the last with all the creative juices that were flowing! Luckily, we are still working with Arlington County Parks and Recreation. I have found that it makes things really convenient since we are at a local school and helps to provide financial assistance to those that need it. As of right now we are scheduled to be at Ashlawn Elementary School (though this is not set in stone). We are running camp for 5 weeks starting the week of July 8th. We have also added some fun new camps, Intro to Knitting and Intro to Hand Embroidery for those interested in expanding their craftiness. Below you can read the description of each of the camps along with times, fees, and how to register.
I hope you join me this summer for some crafting fun!
Take care mucho,
-Natalie
PS- I also will be working with Falls Church City!! We will be at one of their community centers it seems. Once I have more concrete information I will be posting it below. So excited! Yay!
ARLINGTON COUNTY
*Intro to Sewing*- One class added!
This camp teaches the basics of sewing. Both hand and machine sewing will be taught. Skills
covered by this camp include safety measures for cutting and sewing (using a rotary cutter
and shears), threading a sewing machine and winding a bobbin, and use of a needle and
sewing machine. Students will create two or more real-life projects of their choosing to facilitate
development of these skills. Fees include materials. A sewing machine will be furnished for in-
class use. Staff to participant ratio: 1:8. Ages 9-18
Sessions- July 8-12 Camp is Full, wait-list only
July 15-19 Camp is Full, wait-list only
July 29-Aug. 2 NEW CLASS ADDED!! Camp is Full, wait-list only
Time- 9am-12pm
Fees- $220
Register- Camp is Full, e-mail Schoolofcrafts@gmail.com to be put on the wait list
Modern Quilting- Camp is Full, wait-list only
Quilting is not just for our grandmothers anymore! This camp will teach students the basics of
quilting using modern patterns and fabrics. Skills covered include safety measures for cutting
and sewing, fabric-cutting (using a rotary cutter and shears), threading a sewing machine and
winding a bobbin, creating and combining quilt blocks and sewing a quilt. Some machine
sewing experience is helpful for this class but not required. Students will complete at least
one quilted project by the end of the week. Fees include materials. A sewing machine will be
furnished for in-class use. Staff to participant ratio: 1:8. Ages 9-18
Sessions- July 8-12
Time- 1pm-4pm
Fees- $220
Register- Camp is Full, e-mail Schoolofcrafts@gmail.com to be put on the wait list
Using Patterns - Camp is Full, wait-list only
Have you seen some fun patterns at the craft store but have no idea where to even start? In
this camp students will learn how to understand and use patterns to create a fabric item. Skills
covered include safety measures for cutting and sewing, reading patterns (including sewing
terms), cutting fabric according to pattern instructions, threading a sewing machine and winding
a bobbin, and sewing a fabric item according to pattern instructions. Basic sewing skills are
required. Fees include materials. A sewing machine will be furnished for in-class use. Staff to
participant ratio: 1:8. Ages 9-18
Sessions- July 15-19
Time- 1pm- 4pm
Fees- $220
Register- Camp is Full, e-mail Schoolofcrafts@gmail.com to be put on the wait list
Open Studio-
Open studio is for students who already know how to sew, but would like to work on independent projects while receiving one-on-one assistance and supervision. Basic sewing skills are required. Students must select a basic fabric item to develop during the class and bring their own fabric. A sewing machine, cutting tools and thread will be furnished for in-class use. Staff to participant ratio: 1:8. Ages 9-18
Sessions- July 22-26 PM camp is full
July 29- Aug. 2 (pm only)
Time- 9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm
Fees- $200
Register- Click Here
Introduction to Knitting-
Looking for a fun and rewarding hobby? Come and join us in learning how to knit in a friendly and open environment. It requires some patience but produces awesome projects. You learn the two basic stitches used in knitting (knit and purl), as well as how to start and end a project. With these few skills you can create a number of fun and useful projects like headbands, purses, scarves, and much more. All materials are included in the class fee.
Staff to participant ratio: 1:8
Sessions- Aug. 5-9 Camp is Full, wait-list only
Time- 9am-12pm
Fees- $200
Register- Camp is Full, e-mail Schoolofcrafts@gmail.com to be put on the wait list
Introduction to Hand Embroidery-
Learn how to turn plain clothes into fabulous clothes! This class will teach you a number of hand stitches that you can use to revamp your clothes or anything made of fabric. Students will learn all stitches by completing different small projects. Skills that will be taught include threading and knotting a needle, using appropriate amount of embroidery floss, two different techniques to transfer embroidery patterns onto fabric, and master at least five embroidery stitches. You will be amazed by how many projects you will take home and how many ways you can spice up your clothes to look one-of-a-kind. Please note that this class is a hand-sewing class only. Fee includes materials. Staff to participant ratio: 1:8. Ages 8-16
Sessions- Aug. 5-9
Time- 1pm-4pm
Fees- $200
Register- Click Here
FALLS CHURCH CITY
Intro to Sewing
This camp teaches the basics of sewing. Both hand and machine sewing will be taught. Skills
covered by this camp include safety measures for cutting and sewing (using a rotary cutter
and shears), threading a sewing machine and winding a bobbin, and use of a needle and
sewing machine. Students will create two or more real-life projects of their choosing to facilitate
development of these skills. Fees include materials. A sewing machine will be furnished for in-
class use. Staff to participant ratio: 1:8. Ages 9-18
Sessions- Aug.12-16
Time- 9am-12pm or 1-4pm
Fees- $220
Location- Mary Ellen Henderson
7130 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22043
Registration will be completed through the Falls Church City Parks & Rec. Department
Use the link below to register-
School of Crafts camp code is
382025 when you search for us :)
