This year, with the new format, close to 40 students registered for PiPN 2010.  More than half have been placed, with several still pending.

Congratulations to the following:

• Bagsmith
  • Ashley Schweikert – University of Akron
• BeSweet
  • Caroline Moore – State University of NY at Geneseo
• Blue Ball Mountain Spindle
  • Amy Church – Western Kentucky University
• CNS Yarns
  • Helen Cosgrove-Davies -  Bryan Mawr
• Coats-N-Clark
  • Samantha Lever – East Tennessee State University
• Crooked Fence Alpacas
  • Alyssa Edlund – University of Utah
  • Kimberly Trusken – Kent State University
• Handworks Studio
  • Trekina Miller – Missouri State University
• Knit Knack
  • Julia Rhoden – Colorado State University
• Knitgrrl
  • Abra Forman – apprentice
  • Sarah Jo Mosbech – apprentice
• Knitting on the Square
  • Alice Koelsch – University of Akron
• Loopy Yarns
  • Jacqueline Shunnara – University of Alabama
• Royal School of Needlework
  • Justin Campbell – University of Akron, graduate student
• SoHo Publishing
  • Claire Kersey – Georgia College & State University   
  • Amanda Montgomery – University of Akron
• Stitches Etc., Beth Gantz Designs   
  • Diane Capuano – apprentice
• Tanglewood Fibers
  • Mariel Snetman – University of Alabama   
  • Emily Sidle – University of Akron, graduate student
• Yarn Designers Boutique
  • Erin Rice – Art Institute of California-SF
• Yellowbird Yarn Room
  • Jennifer Weiland – University of Akron

There are still a number of opportunities available for this summer:

• Barbara Bergsten, Chagrin Falls OH
• City Knits, Detroit MI
• Cowgirl Yarn, Laramie WY
• Fiber Arts Yarn Shop, Cape May NJ
• Fine Points, Cleveland OH
• Kreinik Manufacturing, Parkersburg WV (2)
• Maria’s Knitting & Crochet, Chula Vista CA
• Red Barn Yarn, Pasadena CA
• The Needlepoint Boutique, Collingswood NJ

Natalie Dugan - 2008 PiPN Intern

Bonjour!

Montreal is quite an interesting city…filled with the old and the new. I am starting my third week now, and both the city and CNS Yarns are treating me very well! The language barrier has been challenging, but certainly manageable.

I am learning a bit of French. I am living in a more English speaking side of town, and also a corner block away from a popular street called “Sherbrooke,” filled with great one-of-a-kind shopping and quaint french eateries.

It takes me about 25 minutes to get to and from work, between walking and the subway. I am in the “textile district,” and on the 12th floor of my building, which provides an amazing view of the mountain and the city. CNS Yarns Inc. is a manufacturer/wholesaler/distributor of specialty knitwear yarns.

I am extremely happy with the experience I am getting thus far. I am learning so much about business practices in general, CNS Yarns’ industry and operations, as well as international trade and operations. 75% of CNS Yarns’ customers are in the U.S., leaving about 15% throughout Canada, and about 10% in Europe and South America.

My team has been so welcoming and certainly teaching me a lot. I have been meeting many nice people here. I play soccer on a recreational team every Thursday, which is so much fun.

The mosquitoes here are INSANE! Bug repellent has been my “best-friend.”

Some people I met here took me “up-north” over this past weekend, and I was able to see the country side of Montreal…beautiful!

I also got the chance to go through my first ever Zip-Line Course. It was so challenging, and so much fun! This summer’s journey has kick-started a growing experience for me, both educational and personal. I hope everyone is enjoying their internships so far. I am anxious to hear about them.

Take care and God Bless!!

Natalie Dugan