Join Us For A Summer Full Of Sewing Fun At The Sewist

       Fibre Art Camp       

Image of dress form sporting a brown skirt

       Refashion Camp       

Image of 7 children posing in the clothes they've made, outside by the storefront

Fashion & Costume Camp

        Market Camp        

  Fashion Tecnology & Design 110 Intensive   

Get ready for another exciting summer at The Sewist! Whether your child is diving into the world of fiber arts, designing costumes, or learning how to create and market their own products, there’s something for everyone. Check out the list of camps, their descriptions, and available booking times below. Sign up now for a summer full of sewing, crafting, and fun!

  • Dates: June 24 to 27

    Time: 1 - 4PM

    Cost: $140 +hst

    Create beautiful works of art from materials found in our studio. Everyday will have a theme to give inspiration. Your art will then be turned into a unique book for a special keepsake.

  • Dates: July 2-4

    Time: 9AM - 4PM

    Cost: $180 +hst

    Combat the effects of fast fashion, by reimaging your old clothes and thrift finds. Bring in a few articles of clothing, bags, accessories, etc., and let’s see how we can transform them into something new.

  • Dates: July 7-11

    Time: 9AM - 4PM

    Cost: $275 +hst

    Become a fashion/costume designer for the week. Using the remnants from our shop we will help bring your ideas to life. Finish the week off with your very own fashion show.

  • Date: July 28 - August 1 + August 18 - 22

    Time: 9AM - 4PM

    Cost: $275 +hst

    Learn the skills needed to run a market business. Create a business plan, make products, and sell your wares in front of the shop. Proceeds from the sale will be donated to charity.

  • Dates: Aug 5-9/11-15

    Time: 9AM - 5PM

    Cost: $600

    This 10 day course is an accredited high school class through the New Brunswick public school system.

    We teach this class to SJHS students during the school year and wanted to give other students the opportunity to take it. The best part is you will receive a certificate which you can take back to your school for HS credit (get approval from your school first).

    Adults can also take this course to give themselves a good foundation for sewing and use it on their resumes.

    Units we will cover are

    Sewing Basics: 3 levels with corresponding projects (tote bag, lounge pants, doll)

    Garment Construction Techniques: Learn about different techniques used to make clothing

    Fashion in the World: Fashion history, fashion careers, fast fashion, fibre content and care.

    Garment Construction Project: Make an article of clothing following a commercial pattern, using the techniques you learned throughout the course.

    Materials for the first 3 units are included in the course fee; however, you will need to provide a pattern and materials for the garment construction project.

Register: Fibre Art Camp
Register: Refashion Camp
Fashion and Costume Camp: FULL
Register: Market Camp (July 28-Aug 1)
Register: Market Camp (Aug. 18 - 22)
Register: Fashion and Design 110 (Aug 5-9 & 11-15)

Please note, when we say (ages 7+): not all 7yr olds are ready for “Skills” camps like these, but some are, so we like to include them! If you have questions about whether our camps are a good fit for your younger child, please reach out to us.