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TNNA Members
How would you like to have an extra pair of hands in the shop this summer? What about a fresh, creative spirit to help you develop your new line?
Become a PiPN Host. Applications to be posted soon.
Students
Become a PiPN Scholar. Do you enjoy color, style, fashion or home decor? Learn about the needlearts. Find out about future career opportunities in this exciting industry while you earn 6 hours of college credits.
2010 list coming soon.
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Pathways into Professional NeedleArts — Summer 2009
 PiPN, the academically acclaimed partnership between TNNA and the University of Akron, Akron OH, creates a positive needlearts presence in the college community, educates and involves new, young stitchers and inspires the professionals of tomorrow.
In addition to providing host companies with valuable assistance and energetic support, PiPN provides young people with an opportunity to learn about the wonderful world of needlearts and the many opportunities for future careers in a strong and growing industry. PiPN 2009 interns included:
- Justin Campbell, University of Akron; hosted by Dr. Susan Kay-Williams, Royal School of Needlework, London
- Kathleen Guanciale, University of Akron; hosted by Becca Smith, Bagsmith, Shaker Heights, OH
- Cynthia Hartline, University of Akron; hosted by Nancy Thomas, Coats & Clark, Charlotte, NC
- Lori Henry, University of Akron; hosted by Liz Tekus, Fine Points Inc., Cleveland, OH
- Jennifer Lynn Kennedy, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh; hosted by Francis Cester and Joann Walus, Cestari, Ltd., Churchville, VA, in partnership with Hand Painted Knitting Yarns
- Erin Scheiner, University of Akron; hosted by Ann Forquer, Wool and Willow Needlepoint and designer Barbara Bergsten, Shaker Heights, OH
- Kristi Schwechheimer, University of Akron; hosted by Jessica Cepek and Doreen Connors, SoHo Publishing, New York, NY
- Sothea Soum, University of Akron; hosted by Heidi Massengill, Stitch Cleveland, Lakewood, OH
- Zoe Valette, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI; hosted by Shannon Oakey, Knitgrrl, Cleveland, OH
Host companies have called, emailed, and posted blogs about the incredible experiences everyone has had. We also asked our interns to send us blog entries throughout the summer.
Please visit TNNAPiPNblog.com to view their latest posts.
Thinking about participating in PiPN?
2010 information now available.
PiPN 2010 Overview, Host and applicant requirements, schedule
Host Applications
Student/Apprentice Application
2010 placement opportunities coming soon. Or contact us for more information.
Students interested in the PiPN Scholar Program may contact Professor Tenna Jennings-Rentenaar, School of Consumer and Family Science, University of Akron, Akron OH, for more information and an application.
For more information about PiPN, please contact Sherry Mulne at bdirect@columbus.rr.com.
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