{"product_id":"kids-summer-camp-2026-week-3-aug-4-7-mini-quilters-short-week","title":"Kids Summer Camp 2026 WEEK 3 ~ Aug 4 - 7 (short week) ~ Mini Quilters (ages 7-13)","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eKIDS SUMMER CAMP!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"90\" data-start=\"70\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1446\" data-start=\"1427\"\u003eWeek 3 ~ July 27 - Aug 3rd ~  Mini Quilters (4 days)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet ready to sew up some creativity in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"153\" data-start=\"136\"\u003eMini Quilters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e week! Learn the basics of quilting as we stitch together vibrant, colourful squares to create your own mini quilts, appliqué banners and clothing, and fun patchwork projects. It’s all about mixing and matching fabrics to design one-of-a-kind creations that are as unique as you are! From cozy quilted pillows to custom fabric art, this week is all about sewing with style and adding a personal touch to every piece!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"90\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 4 day week-long adventure (from 9:30am to 4:30pm) is packed with all the sewing, crafting, and outdoor fun our campers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ewill love. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach morning, they'll dive into the world of sewing, learning to create their own amazing projects while building confidence and creativity. With plenty of breaks for snacks and lunch, they'll stay energized and ready for the afternoon’s exciting activities! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the afternoons, we’ll explore textile arts and crafts that tie into the weekly theme—whether it's tie-dye, fabric painting, weaving, block printing and more. Plus, we’ll be heading to the park and splash pad for some outdoor adventures and fun in the sun. It’s the perfect mix of creativity, play, and learning, and your child will leave with new skills, new friends, and a ton of amazing handmade projects to show off! Let’s make this summer unforgettable! 🌞✂️🎨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur days will go something like this:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"188\" data-start=\"138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"188\" data-start=\"143\"\u003e9:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Welcome, Sewing Machine Orientation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"331\" data-start=\"189\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"207\" data-start=\"189\"\u003eWelcome campers!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"283\" data-start=\"208\"\u003eBrief introduction to camp rules, schedule, and what they’ll be working on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"328\" data-start=\"284\"\u003eTour of sewing station and crafting areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"328\" data-start=\"284\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIntroduction to the sewing machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"328\" data-start=\"284\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eReview of basic sewing techniques (threading the machine, straight stitching, etc.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"629\" data-start=\"588\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"629\" data-start=\"593\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-end=\"804\" data-start=\"742\"\u003e10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Sewing Project  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"630\"\u003eExploration of this week's theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"630\"\u003eDiscuss appropriate fabric choices for individual projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"630\"\u003eSelect fabrics and gather all supplies \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"630\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eEach person practices sewing on their own machine with supervision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"629\" data-start=\"588\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"629\" data-start=\"593\"\u003e1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-end=\"629\" data-start=\"593\"\u003e0:30 AM - 10:45 AM: Snack Break\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"630\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"630\"\u003eTime for a break and a snack!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"804\" data-start=\"737\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"804\" data-start=\"742\"\u003e10:45 AM - 12:00 PM: Sewing Project\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"960\" data-start=\"805\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"805\"\u003eCampers begin working on sewing projects \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"805\"\u003eLay out fabric, transfer pattern markings, cutting fabric with supervision or assistance if needed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1002\" data-start=\"962\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1002\" data-start=\"967\"\u003e12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Lunch Break \u0026amp; \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"1080\"\u003eOutdoor Adventure Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1073\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead outdoors for a stretch, campers enjoy lunch together (outside weather permitting, if not lunch will be spent in our air conditioned studio space)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1286\" data-start=\"1215\"\u003eOpportunity for fresh air and a bit of physical activity to stretch and recharge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1346\" data-start=\"1288\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1346\" data-start=\"1293\"\u003e2:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Introduction to Textile Craft (block printing, natural dyeing etc), will be done outside weather permitting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1498\" data-start=\"1347\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1347\"\u003eIntroduction to block printing: how to carve and stamp designs onto fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1498\" data-start=\"1425\"\u003eCampers create their own printed designs using fabric paint and stamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1498\" data-start=\"1425\"\u003eDiscuss ways this craft can be incorporated into the week's project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"1832\" data-start=\"1779\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1832\" data-start=\"1784\"\u003e3:30 PM - 4:15 PM: Relax and Free Craft Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2035\" data-start=\"1833\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1962\" data-start=\"1833\"\u003eCampers can choose from a variety of craft stations: additional hand sewing projects, weaving, beading or exploring other textile art forms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2035\" data-start=\"1963\"\u003eCampers can work independently or with friends, guided by instructor, and can choose to continue their morning project or sketch ideas for future projects.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2335\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2335\" data-start=\"2294\"\u003e4:15 PM - 4:30 PM: Wrap-Up \u0026amp; 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