Fantasy Costume Sewing Summer Camp for Teens July 2026

Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn how to sew your own fantasy costumes at our fun and exciting summer camp! For teens 13+
About this Event

In this camp, we will build the base garments for the character - that is, the clothes worn as the primary outfit. If your teen does not already know how to use a sewing machine for this camp - how to thread it, fill a bobbin, and sew a basic seam - then they should choose a simple first-time project like a cape and/or elastic-waist trousers.

Due to the individual nature of each character, and your teen's own character, the teen will need their own pattern, fabrics, and notions. The camp participant will need an adult to shop for and purchase their materials ahead of camp time. The Textile Center garage sale, ArtScraps St Paul, and thrift stores are a great place for inexpensive fabric purchases. SR Harris in Brooklyn Park or Burnsville are good too. Feel free to contact the instructor ahead of time to get a jump on this before camp starts. Cotton and cotton blends are best for beginners; silky and velvety fabrics can be difficult to sew. Stay away from anything stretchy if this is a first time project.

Teaching machines and tools are available for use during this camp. If your teen has access to their own sewing machine and/or tools, we encourage you to bring those. Participants should wear comfortable clothing that might get untidy. We will have a lunch break - please bring your own, refrigeration available- and snack breaks daily.

Recap of what to bring the first day:

• Sewing machine and pedal, if available
• Sewing pattern for garment(s)
• Fabric, notions, interfacing, and trims, according to pattern and character
• Lunch
• Clothes that might get untidy

Refund and Cancellation Policy

If you need to withdraw from a camp, please email [email protected]

If your withdrawal request is received at least 10 business days before the start of your camp, you may choose to

Receive a tuition refund, less $25 processing fee. Refunds will be issued to the same form of payment that was used to purchase

OR

Transfer your full tuition to another currently listed class

OR

Convert your tuition into a tax-deductible donation to Stitch Masters Sewing School. We will be happy to provide you with a receipt for your donation if you request one.

If your withdrawal request is received less than 10 days before the start of your class, you may choose one of these options:

Transfer your class seat to another person (i.e., a friend, neighbor, family member). You must communicate any transferring of class registration to Colleen ([email protected]). Please indicate the name and email address of the person who will be taking your seat.

OR

Convert your tuition into a tax-deductible donation to Stitch Masters Sewing School. We will be happy to provide you with a receipt for your donation if you request one.

We are unable to provide a refund or make a tuition transfer if your notice of withdrawal is received less than two business days before the start of your camp. This includes cases of COVID-19, other illnesses, or medical emergencies.

If the minimum enrollment is not met by 1 calendar week before camp begins, we reserve the right to cancel. If Stitch Masters Sewing School cancels for any reason, you will receive a full refund. This refund policy is printed in full on our website at www.stitchmasters.org/summer-amp-options/

Please review the Safety Waiver in the next steps.

Mon-Fri, June 27-31, 9:30-4:00

$485