The Kotary Coterie

EDUCATION:

Craft Yarn Council of America New York City, New York - 2007

• Certified Instructor Program for Crochet

• M.A. in Museum Studies: Costumes and Textiles with emphasis on Conservation

• B.A. in History, Cum Laude, minors in French and Political Science

EMPLOYMENT:

Elder Craftsmen, Inc. New York, New York - 2007-2008

Program Coordinator

• Teach crochet and other craft classes for Seniors at various locations
• Support the Director with funding  and marketing resources

Hudson Guild New York, New York - 2007-Present

• Teach weekly crochet classes for Seniors at two locations

Gumbo Brooklyn, New York - 2007-Present

• Teach weekly crochet class

Free Lance Contractor Ridgewood, New York - 2004-Present

• Crochet, knit and embroider projects as requested
• Develop designs and write patterns for knitting and crochet publications
• Conservator of one of the largest private kimono collections

Lion Brand Yarn Company New York City, New York - 2004-2006

• Develop designs and write patterns for knitting and crochet
• Assist the Design Department

Penn & Fletcher, Inc Long Island City,  New York -  2003-2005
Assistant Workroom Supervisor

• Set up projects for others
• Did hand embroidery, finishing and conservation
• Photographed all projects and samples

Cathedral of St. John the Divine New York City, New York - 2001
Textile Conservation Lab

• Prepared condition reports and conservation assessments
• Vacuumed, washed, made repairs and lined tapestries and jacquard woven curtains

Madison County Historical Society Oneida, New York - 1995-2000
Curator

• Managed museum gift shop
• Conducted day-to-day operation of an historic house museum
• Inventoried and cared for historical artifacts and textiles
• Developed, coordinated and promoted education programs and events
• Recruited, trained and supervised volunteers and interns
• Produced newsletter, public relations and advertising materials
• Performed administrative duties as necessary
• Wrote and received grants for special projects

Erie Canal Village Rome, New York - 1992, 1993, 1995
Costumed Interpreter

• Provided costumed interpretation and assisted with education programs

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

Crochet Guild of America Zanesville, Ohio

• Associate Professional Member

New York City Crochet Guild New York City, New York

• Member & Teacher