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ESSENTIAL INFO
If you purchase a ticket for this course, all the information on this page will be emailed to you with your ticket.
👥 Suitable for: Ages 10 to 14 years
📍 Venue: Bellingen Public School (mobility aid accessible)
📈 Level: Suitable for all skill levels
⏰ Schedule: Thu–Fri, 9am – 4pm (2 Full-Days)
🏷️ Extra costs: This course has a cost of $8 for materials
🚗 Check your venue: If you are booking multiple courses, we are unable to provide transport between venues.
⚠️ Extra info:
Our youth courses are busy group environments led by creative tutors, not specialised care staff. To ensure a safe and positive experience for all, students must be able to follow group instructions, work respectfully alongside peers, and participate independently without constant one-on-one supervision. If your child requires extra behavioural or learning support, please contact us before enrolling so we can discuss if the course is a good fit.
This course includes an opportunity for public performance. Students may opt out if they wish.
Required skills & experience
No experience required
Supplies that you need to bring to class:
Please ensure your child has a drink bottle, as well as sufficient food/snacks to get them through the day.
Supplies that will be provided by your tutor
Cost of $8 includes a sewing kit to use and take home including:
Reel of thread
Hand-sewing needles
Pins
Measuring tape
All packaged in a handmade drawstring bag created from reclaimed textile waste—encouraging students to continue their sewing journey while embracing sustainable fashion.
NOTE: Supply costs will be collected by the tutor before Camp Creative.
Learning outcomes
Students will leave with a one-of-a-kind wearable creation they have designed and sewn themselves, along with newfound confidence using a sewing machine and a range of practical sewing and upcycling skills.
Discover how to transform discarded textiles into something beautiful, develop creative problem-solving skills, and gain a deeper understanding of sustainable fashion and textile waste.
Experience the excitement of showcasing your design on the runway and take home plenty of inspiration to continue creating.
Each student will receive a simple take-home guide with sewing tips, creative ideas and upcycling inspiration to encourage them to keep stitching long after Camp Creative has finished.
COURSE PLAN
DAY ONE
Camp Creative safety induction, then an ice-breaker where everyone introduces themselves, shares where they're from, and tells us something creative about themselves.
Meet your tutor, Zenzi, and hear about her creative journey, passion for sustainable fashion, and why giving discarded textiles a second life matters.
Discover the hidden potential of textile waste and explore textiles, trims and recycled materials for inspiration.
Learn sewing machine safety and basic sewing techniques.
Sketch ideas, then begin designing, cutting and constructing your own wearable creation with plenty of individual guidance.
DAY TWO
Review sewing techniques and continue constructing your design.
Add creative details, embellishments and finishing touches to make your creation uniquely yours.
Learn simple styling and presentation tips.
Final fitting and preparation for the runway.
Celebrate with a fun fashion parade where everyone showcases their one-of-a-kind creation and applauds each other's creativity.
COURSE TUTOR
Zenzi Grace
Zenzi is the founder of The Great Fashion Stitch-Up and a qualified fashion designer who graduated from East Sydney Design School.
Her first job was with iconic Australian designer Jenny Kee, and she has since created costumes from reclaimed textiles for film, the music industry, festivals and community events. Her work has received community recognition, including a nomination for the Bellingen Shire Council Environment Levy Awards.
Passionate about finding creative solutions to textile waste, Zenzi inspires people of all ages to transform discarded textiles into unique wearable art while building sewing skills, confidence and a lifelong appreciation for sustainable fashion.
