A fun-filled week combining sewing and cooking. This camp will cover essential information for the beginning seamstress while teaching a new technique of appliqué to all participating campers. The camp will begin with the basic introduction of the proper use of the sewing machine (or a refresher for previous campers) and then will dive right into the appliqué technique. Campers will learn to sew and appliqué a design of their choice on a pillow case, make a new apron style and chef hat and finish the week sporting a sun dress. In the second part of this class, campers will learn proper measuring skills along with the basic introduction to the proper use of kitchen utensils. They will cook and bake an array of edibles, from rising dough for homemade “mall pretzels” to old-fashioned popcorn balls. The week will finish with specialty decorated cupcake techniques along with hand-dipped, chocolate-covered specialty items. Campers will model garments and serve desserts during a brief style show for parents on Friday.
Enrollment is limited, so sign up quickly to ensure your spot.

Course 1801: CLOSED; June 8-12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (bring your own lunch and drink); open to rising 5th-8th girls
Cost: $250 (includes all material)
Instructor: Amy Neck, SJA faculty member
About the instructor: Amy teaches Family and Consumer Science at SJA. Previously, she served as coordinator of the School of Human Ecology at LSU. She has a bachelor of fine arts from LSU. After graduation, she spent a year at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, where she studied fashion design and received an associated degree in applied science. She specializes in children’s wear.

Course 1802: CLOSED; June 15-19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (bring your own lunch and drink); open to rising 5th-8th grade girls
Cost:  $250 includes all material
Instructor:  Linda Weimer, lower elementary teacher
About the instructor: Linda has been a preschool teacher at Ingleside Methodist Church for the past 11 years and excels in art and design. Since learning to sew in elementary school, she has participated in a variety of sewing, quilting and craft workshops. She has completed a wide range of projects, from sorority gowns to handmade quilts.