Elena Victoria Fashion Design & Sewing Camp
Want to design and create your own clothing? In our hands-on sewing camp, students will design and sew their very own clothing using sewing machines. Each day, students will create a new project! By the end of the week, students will proudly show off their creations in our “Fashion Show Friday”, a big highlight for everyone!
All supplies, materials, and machinery are included. Open to youth ages 6–13, no experience necessary. Each week of camp features new fabrics and projects, perfect for students who want to join us for more than one session!
**Stay All Day! Students can bring a lunch and eat in the classroom with our instructor between sessions.**
Elena Swingler
Elena Victoria is a young fashion designer from Chicago who is using her love for fashion and design to positively impact the lives of so many. Since 2010, Elena has hosted camps and classes for students of all ages who share the same passion for sewing and fashion design. Elena finds reward in her work because of her biggest mission, building self-confidence in young children. After completing her bachelor's degree in Fashion Design & Technology at Purdue University, Elena worked as a designer for Abercrombie Kids, creating unique designs for their denim line. From there, she left the company to chase after her dream of designing for her private label and teaching youth how to sew. Seven years later, students all over the Metro Detroit and Chicago area are participating in her fun-filled sewing and design classes, leaving with a new sense of accomplishment and joy. The private label, Elena Victoria, is a specialty custom dress business that helps women of any age look good and feel great in a gown specifically made for them.
August 10 - 14 (0826CV3)
Instructors:
- Elena Swingler
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 10th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
| Tue, Aug 11th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
| Wed, Aug 12th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
| Thu, Aug 13th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
| Fri, Aug 14th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
July 6 - 10 (0726CV3)
Instructors:
- Elena Swingler
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jul 6th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
| Tue, Jul 7th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
| Wed, Jul 8th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
| Thu, Jul 9th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
| Fri, Jul 10th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | The War Memorial |
July 6 - 10 (0726CV4)
Instructors:
- Elena Swingler
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jul 6th 2026 | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Tue, Jul 7th 2026 | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Wed, Jul 8th 2026 | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Thu, Jul 9th 2026 | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Fri, Jul 10th 2026 | 12:30 - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |