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Kids Sew Cool gets crafty in Truckee

Special to the Sun
Get green at the sewing machine at a Recycled Sewing camp.
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Kids Sew Cool is a summer sewing program for children ages 7 to 14, to be held at Sierra Expeditionary Learning School in Truckee, 9 a.m.-noon or 1-4 p.m.

A variety of different skills are taught as they make fun projects while learning a lifetime skill. Self esteem is greatly increased by accomplishments and end products, which range from tote bags to Teddy bears.

Beginning Sewing Camp will offered June 23-26. This camp teaches the parts and workings of the sewing machine and sewing techniques such as turning corners, curves and cutting properly. Projects include a tote bag, T-shirt, Teddy bear and quilt.



Recycled Sewing will be held July 7-10. Recycle potato chip bags, juice box containers, T-shirts, jeans an and more.

Animal Camp runs July 28-31. Penguins! Polar bears! Pillow pals, frogs and more.



Pocket Quilt will run Aug. 4-7. Learn basic quilting techniques: Strip piecing, constructing a four-patch quilt block and creating a charming pocket quilt for all your small animals and special items.

All fabric, notions and supplies are provided as well as a sewing machine for each child’s use. Snacks are also provided during a break. There are no additional charges. The fee is $100 and scholarships are available.

For full information check on line at http://www.pinebrushcamps.com or e-mail Linda Brush at sewlinda@aol.com.


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