The Great Camp Mather Curtain Project

Curtains for Camp

For most of us, Camp Mather’s unhurried pace and simple amenities are the whole point. But let’s face it: there are times when bare cabins and cold floors can be a little too… rustic.

That’s why, among the many contributions made by Friends of Camp Mather over the years, one of our most enduring, hands-on efforts has been to improve campers’ comfort by supplying new curtains for every cabin. The curtains donated by FoCM and our volunteers provide privacy and help keep cabins cooler during hot summer days.

You may have heard volunteers mention them at Camp. But did you know that every curtain is hand-sewn by FoCM volunteers using donated supplies? 

We Want You!

The Camp Mather curtain replacement project for Summer 2025 is now in full swing. Can you help? Sewers of all ages welcome—only modest sewing skill is required.

The work is all simple straight-stitch seams and pressing. You need just a basic sewing machine and an iron. We will provide the fabric (already cut to size), thread, easy instructions, and a sample to follow. 

Currently, about 25 cabins are in need of new curtains, and each cabin requires approximately 6–8 panels. Whether you have time to sew just a few or many, every curtain helps.

This year’s sewing must be completed May 17, so that curtains can be installed before Camp opens the first week of June. We have about 6 weeks to complete this year’s project.

Let’s see how many we can knock off!

Please Volunteer Today!

I’ll repeat: we’re talking really simple straight-stitch sewing. Every single curtain will help improve campers’ experience this summer. It’s an easy and fun way to support Camp and build connection with the Camp Mather community.

Contact curtain project coordinator Linda Litehiser today to get involved.
Email linda.litehi (at) gmail.com or text 415-516-9224