TINY HANDS SUMMER CAMP AT CRAFTYLA

A Nature-Inspired Creative Atelier for Kids

A week of creativity, imagination, and hands-on making in a warm studio setting.

Designed for curious young makers ages 8–12, campers will explore eco-friendly materials such as Jesmonite and Craftyla's signature foamed ceramic, create unique handmade projects, and celebrate their work at a special Creative Showcase on Friday.

Throughout the week, campers will create meaningful home decor pieces they can proudly use and display at home, including trays, photo holders, miniature worlds, planters, and personalized keepsakes.

[CAMP DETAILS ]

• Ages: 8–12

• Group Size: Maximum 6 Campers

• July 13–17, 2026

• Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

• Location: Craftyla Studio, Highland Park

• Materials: Included

• Snacks: Included

• Lunch: Not Included

• Experience Level: Beginner-Friendly

[PRICING ]

Full Week Camp

$430 per Camper

Includes

• All Materials

• Daily Snacks

• Friday Creative Showcase

• Certificate of Creativity

• Camp Photo Moment

• Take-Home Artwork Collection

Single Day Camp

$95 per Camper

Includes:

• All Materials

• Daily Snack

• Same-Day Artwork Pickup

Weekly Projects

Monday - Jesmonite Color Lab

Discover color mixing, marbling, terrazzo techniques, and creative casting while learning how to work with eco-friendly Jesmonite.

Projects

• Decorative Tray

• Polaroid Photo Holder

Techniques

• Terrazzo

• Marbling

• Solid Color Design

Campers will experiment with colors, patterns, and textures to create unique handmade decor pieces.

*Bonus Activity*

While waiting for their projects to cure, campers will paint and personalize a Jesmonite magnet to take home.

Tuesday — Tiny Forest Atelier

Create your own miniature world on a lightweight, stone-inspired foamed ceramic base using moss, stones, wood, natural materials, and miniature decorations.

Project

• Tiny Forest Atelier

Campers will design and build their own miniature scene inspired by nature. Whether it's a forest, a garden, or a beach scene, each creation will be uniquely their own.

Using moss, stones, wood, natural materials, and miniature figures, children will explore creativity, storytelling, and imaginative design while bringing their tiny world to life.

Wednesday - Shrink Art Studio

Create meaningful keepsakes using shrink art and celebrate the people, pets, and memories you love most.

Projects

‍ • Family Portrait Frame

• Keychain or Bag Charm

Campers will draw, color, and transform their artwork into personalized keepsakes using shrink art.

Thursday - Eco Planter Studio

Create your own mini planter using recycled materials while exploring creativity, sustainability, and nature.

Project

• Mini Planter Garden

Campers will transform recycled milk cartons, paper cups, and glass jars into unique handmade planters.

After decorating their planters, they will create a lightweight foamed ceramic plant tray and plant a small succulent or cactus to take home.

Creative Elements

• Upcycling & Sustainability

• Painting & Decorating

• Planting & Care

• Nature-Inspired Design

Includes

• Handmade Mini Planter

• Foamed Ceramic Plant Tray

• Succulent or Cactus

Friday — Creative Showcase Day

Celebrate a week of creativity with family and friends.

Parents are invited to join us for a special mini exhibition showcasing the campers' creations from the week.

Morning Project

Animal Photo Frame Decorating

Campers will paint and personalize an animal-shaped photo frame and prepare it for display.

Showcase Includes

• Mini Exhibition

• Artist Sharing Time

• Certificate Presentation

• Camp Photo Moment

• Parent Visit

• Take-Home Artwork Collection

WHAT MAKES CRAFTYLA DIFFERENT?

✓ Small-Group Creative Atelier Experience

✓ Maximum 6 Campers Per Session

✓ Explore Eco-Friendly Materials Including Jesmonite and Foamed Ceramic

✓ Hands-On Creative Learning

✓ Meaningful Home Decor Projects Kids Can Use and Display

✓ Unique Projects Not Commonly Found in Traditional Camps

✓ Screen-Free Summer Fun

✓ Personalized Instruction

✓ Nature-Inspired Creativity

✓ Friday Creative Showcase for Families

✓ Beautiful Handmade Projects to Take Home

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who is this camp for?

Tiny Hands Summer Camp is designed for children ages 8–12. No prior art experience is required.

Are snacks included?

Yes. Light snacks and water are provided daily.

Do campers take projects home each day?

Single-day campers take their artwork home at the end of the day. Full-week campers will have their projects displayed during Friday's Creative Showcase before taking everything home.

What should my child bring?

Just comfortable clothes suitable for art-making. All materials, snacks, and aprons are provided.

Is this a drop-off camp?

Yes. Parents may drop off campers at 9:00 AM and pick up at 12:30 PM.