Each year, millions of plastic products are dumped into the oceans. Due to the impact this phenomenon is having on our waters, marine life and our overall health, the Creativity Shell is hosting a Recycled Fish Art Contest to challenge the children of Rochester to use trash and make a...
On June 21, 2018 (the summer solstice) the Creativity Shell is encouraging all neighborhoods across Rochester to be unified in displaying their “Sole” signs to Stomp out Human Trafficking! With many children out of school for the summer, this is a great time to get the conversation started with your...
Join us for a week of Unicorn Costumes, Accessories, Crafting and Imagination fun MONDAY: We are making a Unicorn! TUESDAY: We are sewing an enchanted skirt or pants. WEDNESDAY: We are sewing an enchanted shirt and head wear. THURSDAY: We are building and crafting unicorn accessories. FRIDAY: We are cooking...
On Saturday, June 16, 2018, the Creativity Shell will host our annual gala/fashion show (Creativity Rocks! “Atlantis the Lost City) in the Terminal Building at the Port of Rochester. This fashion show will consist of clothing exclusively designed, made and worn by students who are currently enrolled in our sewing/textile...
Make the bag, fill the bag, give the bag and repeat! Step 1: Choose 2 different large square fabrics. Step 2: Sew the Bag. Step 3: Fill the bag with goods. This can be food, clothing, supplies, stationary, crafts… anything that someone might need. Step 4: Give the bag to...
Nonprofit organization the Creativity Shell has been recognized by the US House of representatives for their creative approach to thwart human trafficking. The Creativity Shell is a on a mission to use creative trades to educate and inspire the next generation of makers. The organization teaches sewing/textile arts and other trades classes to students...
Nonprofit organization the EZ Kids Creativity Shell is launching an online marketplace (www.ezkids.com) for students to sell handmade, used and up-cycled goods. The EZ Kids Creativity Shell is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to find creative ways to educate and inspire the next generation of makers! When...
Join us for Superhero Costumes & Accessories Sewing Camp During the Winter Break! February 19 - 23, 2018. Who is your child's favorite Super Hero? Do you ever wonder why they have all the awesome accessories they have such as capes and masks? At Superhero camp, students will learn how to sew and...
The Creativity Shell is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that use creative trades to educate and inspire the next generation of makers. Our organization teaches sewing/textile arts and other trades classes to students in public libraries, schools and shelters that rescue children from homelessness and human trafficking. Our classes are designed...
In their continued effort to find creative ways to educate and inspire kids, the Creativity Shell Rochester is inviting Rochester area kids to help sew hearts on washcloths for the organization’s “Hearts for a Fresh Start” campaign. Finished washcloths will be delivered to children living in shelters who have been...