Soft Toy Studio (3rd-6th) Full Day

Welcome to Soft Stuff Studio — an exciting extension of one of Curious Jane’s all-time favorites: Toy Design! In this cozy, hands-on camp, makers dive into the world of plush creations as they design and build their own collection of soft toys and imaginative characters. Using a mix of sewing, stitching, and no-sew techniques, campers create everything from pocket-sized pets and emoji pillows to monster plushies, food-inspired squishies, and custom character designs.

Along the way, campers learn foundational sewing skills, practice simple pattern-making, and experiment with textures, fabrics, and filling materials. It’s the perfect blend of crafting, design, and cuddly creativity — because everything is better when it’s soft, handmade, and made by you!

Notes Curious Jane does not provide food. Please pack a nut-free, non-perishable lunch and 2–3 snacks each day. Half-day campers only need snacks and do not require a lunch. Each camper receives one camp t-shirt per summer. A second t-shirt can be purchased for $12 and will feature the same design in a different color. This is a great option for campers attending multiple weeks of camp.

Sample Class Format 8:30–8:45am — All Camp Drop-Off / Check-In 8:45–9:00 — Morning Greeting & Soft Start (Daily design prompt, quick sketch of a plush character, texture-play warm-up, and sharing inspiration for the day’s soft creation) 9:00–10:00 — Project Period 1: Feature Build (Start a core soft-toy project such as Pocket Pets, Emoji Pillows, or Monster Plushies) 10:00–10:30 — Snack 10:30–12:00 — Project Period 2: Weeklong Soft Collection (Work on ongoing builds like Socktopus friends, Soft Backpack Charms, DIY Sleeping Eye Masks, and custom character plushies) 12:00 — Lunch 12:30–1:15pm — Camp Collaborative (Group activities such as Fabric + Texture Quiz, Stitching Stations, and Design Challenges) 1:15–2:45 — Project Period 3: Finishing Touches & Soft Details (Add embellishments, sew or no-sew features, add expressions, experiment with patterns, and personalize plush accessories) 2:45 — Clean Up & Pack Up 3:00 — Parent Pick-Up

• Material Fee ($25) • Sibling Discounts: Second Child (10%)