Textile Center

Textile Center
3000 University Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414 (Map)
Telephone 612-436-0464
Fax 612-436-0466

Gallery & Shop Hours are Mon-Thu 10-7,
Fri & Sat 10-5
Library Hours are
Mon & Thurs 9-1 & 5-7, Tue 9-7
Weds & Fri 9-1, Sat 12-4

If you have any questions about summer camps:
appropriate ages, skill levels, physical or other challenges, or if you just want more information about the projects included in a class, please contact Becka Rahn
612.436.0464 or via email.

Download Printable Summer Camp Listing

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Does my child have to have sewing experience to take this camp?
A: No! There are no pre-requisites for camps. For Sewing 101, Wrap Around or Sewing Marathon, it is helpful to have a little experience, but not required. We design all of our classes to be not just about finishing a project, but we will teach you how to use a sewing machine, how to read a pattern and all kinds of other fiber arts skills.

Q: If I sign up for a morning and afternoon session, will there be supervision over lunch?
A: Yes! Please bring a lunch and a book to read or something to do. A teacher will be in the room to supervise. Please note, there is not a scheduled activity for lunch. Students will be allowed to sit outside on the "patio" with supervision.

Q: Are there scholarships available?
A: We hope to have some scholarship funds available. Please check back after April 2011.

Q: I am a working parent. Can I drop my child off early so I can get to work on time?
A: We request that you do not drop your child off before 8:45 for morning classes or 12:45 for afternoon classes. We do not have staff available to supervise children before these times.

Q: Do you have any after care options if I can't get there at 4:00?
A: Sorry, we do not have an aftercare program.

Q: My 9 year old really wants to take a class that says it is for 10 and up. Can I sign her up anyway?
A: Please respect the ages listed on the camp description. We have worked closely with the instructors to design these classes so that every student can be successful. To be fair to all students, we need to respect the listed ages. If you have questions, please contact Becka for more information.

Q: What should my son/daughter bring to class?
A: Everyone should bring a drink and/or snack with them. We will take a break during class at some point during the morning or afternoon. There is a water fountain available and kids are welcome to put something in the fridge in the kitchen. Some classes also have a supply list, which you will see listed just after the camp description. PLEASE check the supply list for your class and make sure you bring those items with you on the first day.

Q: Are there going to be other boys in class? My son isn't sure about being the only one.
A: We love boys! To be honest, we don't have a lot of boys in class but we would love to change that. Except for the Wrap Around skirts class, all of our projects are suitable for boys or girls. We highly recommend Pajamarama/Slumber Party for pajama pants, Monster Mash/Creature Feature for some serious creature creations or Warp Factor One/Dyenamic Duo for those who love working with machines like our looms.

CANCELLATIONS
We occasionally have to cancel a class because we do not have enough students registered. We will make every effort to let you know about any cancellations as soon as possible before the class is scheduled to begin. It is important to register early for your classes to help ensure that classes are not cancelled because of low registration.

WITHDRAWALS
If your notice of withdrawal is recieved more than 1 full working week before the start of your camp, you will recieve a full refund of the registration fees minus a $10 processing fee.

If you withdraw less than one week before the start of camp, you will receive a 50% refund of your camp registration fee. If you withdraw less than 1 working day before camp is scheduled to begin, there is no refund.

To withdraw from a camp, please call 612.436.0464 during regular business hours (9 am - 7 pm Mon - Thurs, 9 am - 5 pm Fr, 10 am - 5 pm Sat).

Registration opens for Summer Camps 2012 on March 1.

Download Registration Form

The summer camp schedule for 2012 will be available in mid February and registration will open March 1.

How to register:

Print and mail in the registration form with your payment.
Print and fax your regsitration form with credit card information.
Call and we can take your registration over the phone. 612.436.0464

Please register early. Camp size is limited to 10-12 students per class. Spaces are available on a first come-first served basis. Your registration is not complete until we have recieved payment. We will not hold spaces in camps.

Please see withdrawal and cancellation policies to the left.