Monday – Friday, August 24 – 28, 9 am – 4 pm
Learn all about how textiles are made by starting at the source. Youth participants ages 7-12 yrs will gain familiarity with different fibers and textile-making techniques with a focus on wool! Learn how to clean, card, and prep wool fluff in preparation for spinning and dyeing. Experiment with the three foundational textile structures of knitting, weaving, and felting to create various works of fiber art. A special animal guest from Llama Mama with join participants during the camp to provide inspiration and insight into the creation of woolen textiles, from farm to fabric!
Recommended for kids ages 7 – 11 yrs.
WAIVER: Click here to complete the WAIVER form.
About Textile Center’s Summer Camps:
Schedule:
Summer Camps are scheduled from Monday – Friday, during the date range indicated on each camp’s registration page. Camps run from 9 am – 4 pm daily.
NEW! Extended pickup time between 3 – 4 pm, daily.
Starting in 2026, Textile Center will offer extended pick-up time, included at no additional cost. Parents and caregivers are welcomed to pick their child up anytime that works for their schedule, between 3 pm and 4 pm. During this hour, campers will receive a light snack and structured wind-down time where they will have the opportunity to practice techniques learned during camp with support from Teaching Artists and Camp Assistants.
In the Classroom:
Textile Center’s Teaching Artists and Classroom Assistants are working artists and experienced craftspeople who are skilled in translating complex techniques into activities that are age-appropriate and interesting to children and teens. To ensure a high-quality experience for campers, Textile Center’s Summer Camps operate at a 1:6 adult to child ratio, with a classroom maximum of 12 campers.
All supplies, tools, and materials are provided for your child to work with during camp. Campers are welcome to bring in their own additional personal-use tools and supplies as long as they are well-labeled and in a personal container or bag.
Meals and Snacks:
Textile Center’s Summer Camp schedule includes a snack break and a lunch break. During snack breaks, Textile Center provides complimentary snacks options which include a granola bar, individually packaged baked chips or popcorn, and fruit juice or lemonade.
Children should bring a packed lunch from home each day, and a bottle for water. Meal and snack specifications can be made on the camp waiver form after your child has been registered.
If tuition is a barrier to participation, we invite you to fill out a scholarship request form: Youth Programs Scholarship Request. For any questions, please email Chloe Russell Chang, crussell@textilecentermn.org.
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