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6 - 13 yrs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Jun 19, 2023 - Aug 4, 2023
9:00am - 3:00pm PDT
Class Experience
Do you love exploring the science of how things are made? Join us for our "Sew-cool" Sensory Fab Lab Makerz Summer Camp! This camp explores the intersection of sewing, making and the science of how things are made for a full week of fun projects, new themes, and fun, fizzy, tactile experiments.
At Maker Studio Kidz we promote curious creative minds through STEAM focused programming and projects to help you unleash your creative expression. Our camp uniquely blends a basic sewing camp into an extraordinary camp full of sew-cool projects, and experiments for kids to walk away - questioning how everyday products are made through a sustainable lens.
Choose from our weekly camp themes or join us for all 4 weeks of camp to experience the fun with new friends! Material Fee is incuded in the programs cost ($50)
Week 1 (June 20 -24 ) – Basics of Machine Sewing
Buckle up for a sewing bootcamp!
This week we will learn the basics of hand sewing, machine sewing and troubleshooting, and pattern reading to create a handful of one-of-a-kind projects like pillows, wallets, draw-string bags and your own special creation!
Week 2 (June 26-30) Makers Fab Lab
Let's Make, create and have fun personalizing our creations!
Makers Fab Lab is all about the freedom of making things!! Students will learn to integrate a wide variety of cool tools like sewing machines with household materials like textiles, paints, and cardboard to create unique one of a kind projects. These include DIY screen-printing; sewing mix-media craft that unites balance, color and light together.
Week 3 (July 10-14) – Sewing meets Science
Get ready for the remix!
This week we will put all our skills together to create something truly magical. We will draw inspiration from fine arts, fashion design, and textiles science, and gain insight into the endless possibilities within the world of sustainability and the future of Fashion. We will create our own colors and patterns to dye and design one-of-a-kind textiles and turn them into a one-of-kind sewn projects, exploring how to work with sustainable materials.
Week 4 (July 17-21) – Sensory Science Makerz Lab
Put on your safety goggles for some messy experiments in our Lab!
This week we will explore the intersection of making, mixing, and the molecular bonds that establish the foundation for innovation. We will navigate design and engineering through the lens of science, running experiments to create scents, non-newtonian fluids, natural colors, and slime.
Week 5 (July 24-28) – Sewing meets Science
Get ready for the remix!
This week we will put all our skills together to create something truly magical. We will draw inspiration from fine arts, fashion design, and textiles science, and gain insight into the endless possibilities within the world of sustainability and the future of Fashion. We will create our own colors and patterns to dye and design one-of-a-kind textiles and turn them into a one-of-kind sewn projects, exploring how to work with sustainable materials.
Week 6 (July 31- August 4) – Sew-Cool Open Sewing Lab & Intermediate Machine Sewing
Get ready to become the next sewing expert!
This week is all about the freedom of sewing things in our open sewing lab!! Bring your designs, and creativity to our open lab and let’s make together before the summer ends. Projects will focus on our Back-To-School wardrobe! Will will design, pattern, and sew a handful of projects ranging from fanny packs, pajamas, or backpacks for next school year. We will utilize exciting new materials and finishes.
Sign up early and save!
- Use code earlysumm3r at checkout for 8% off! Available until 3/31
Sample Class Format
Morning (9:00-11:30)
- Student and teacher introductions, go over expectations and projects for the day
- Project time, broken up with a snack break
- Pre-lunch cleanup
Lunch at the playground! (11:30-12:30)
Afternoon (12:30-3:00)
- Project time
- End of day cleanup
This itinerary is subject to small changes depending on the size of the projects we run each day. We aim for all camp days to include several project options plus 1 hour of outdoor time to keep our students engaged mentally, physically, and creatively!
Drop off/pick-up: Feel free to call or text 415-855-1073 if you can not find parking nearby and we'll be happy to walk kids out to the car!
Other Things To Know
All bookings are non-refundable, but we are happy to help to move you into another class or camp. We can also issue a gift card in the amount of your payment.
What To Bring
Please pack lunch and a snack, as well as relevant outdoor gear for lunchtime (jackets, hats, sunscreen).
In the case of rain, we will break into groups and eat lunch inside. Depending on the severity of the rain we may still take a walk for some outdoor time, so please bring weather appropriate clothing. If we can't go outside at all, we'll play games and do stretching and movement activities.
If your child is staying for aftercare, we recommend packing an additional snack.
Reviews for Maker Studio Kidz
4.5 out of 5
Based on 13 provider ratings
Katherine R.
Mar 31, 2023
Loved:
My kiddo had a blast and came back with so many cute crafts!
Makerz Camp: Science, Sewing & Building
Location: Maker Studio Kidz - Octavia St
Shekha W.
Dec 22, 2022
Loved:
Creative and fun projects with a wide variety of materials to work with. Great balance between curated and self-directed projects, giving kids flexibility to explore and express themselves through art/making. Bonus: a daily walk and lunch at the park!
Improvements:
N/A
Enchanted Makers: Winter Wonderland
Location: Maker Studio - Haight St | Instructor: Amanda, Katherine, Studio Maker Studio Kidz, Serena
Samuel G.
Oct 27, 2022
Loved:
The teachers are awesome and the space is warm and comfortable.
Improvements:
Nothing comes to mind.
Makers & Tinkerers
Location: Maker Studio - Haight St | Instructor: Studio Maker Studio Kidz
Becca K.
Aug 31, 2022
Loved:
My child had a fabulous time at the drawing and painting class! They came home inspired to create, and they have already asked me when they can go back. So glad to have Maker Studio Kids in the neighborhood.
Improvements:
Please continue to reach out to families and publicize your classes! Weekday class times are a bit tough with school times. Maybe consider more weekend classes?
The Art of Painting & Drawing
Location: Maker Studio - Haight St | Instructor: Serena
Lori S.
Jul 20, 2021
Loved:
The instructor was really fun, nice, and easy to talk to during the camp. Instructions were easy to follow. My daughter thought that the final project was really cool.
Improvements:
Sewing project was a little difficult sewing by hand because it was hard to push the needle through the "leather". But after camp we finished with a sewing machine.
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About Maker Studio Kidz
Maker Studio SF is a mission driven non-profit organization that provides engaging instruction to unearth the inexorable link between creativity and engineering. Our unique approach was scientifically developed to expose the commonalities between seemingly unrelated subject matter. The goal of this process is to promote scientific thinking and to spark lifelong curiosity for our students.