This four day afternoon camp is for campers, age 11 and older, who have taken a sewing class at Sew Inviting, are confident in using a sewing machine, can follow directions, and are excited to upcycle.

Campers will bring a large men’s dress shirt to camp. Take advantage of Goodwill or another thrift store for this purchase.  During camp, Mary will help campers decide what they want their dress to look like, how the shirt will be cut, and what additional fabric is needed. This camp is all about creativity.

Campers need a working full-size sewing machine including cord, foot pedal, bobbins, and machine needles. (Campers can borrow a machine if needed.) They also need the following tools which are available individually or as a Beginning Sewing Kit at Sew Inviting. Students receive a 10% discount on class supplies.

Basic sewing tools:

• Sewing scissors
• Tape measure
• Seam ripper
• 6” Seam gauge
• Straight pins and pin cushion
• Neutral colored thread

Please bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Cost $270. Registration fee covers instruction. We recommend purchasing a gift certificate for camp supplies or provide your camper with a means to purchase supplies. Campers need to settle their balance at the end of each day of camp. 

Class space is reserved with full payment and completion of 2026 Liability Waiver and Consent Form. This is a four day class and registration is for one student for all classes. There are no make up classes.

Cancellation policy: If your summer plans change, please call the store to cancel by May 31 for a refund minus a $50 fee. After May 31, refunds for store credit, minus a $50 fee, will be available ONLY if the class slot is filled by another camper.

Classes are held at Sew Inviting, 647 Snelling Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN 55116. Parking is available in front of the store and in the parking lot around the building. 

Sew Inviting requires three students to hold a class. If three students are not registered five days before the class begins, you will be contacted to arrange a refund or reschedule to another class.