Program Assistants volunteers with sewing skills and knowledge of sewing machines are being invited to support our upcoming class, "A Smorgasbord of Sewn Gifts," designed for participants aged 18 and older. Volunteers will assist participants in creating four exciting projects during the class: a sewing tool caddy, a pin cushion thread bag, a quilt clips holder, and a quilted bowl. Your support will be crucial in helping participants understand the directions, especially if they are unable to finish their projects during class.
This opportunity involves working alongside staff during a public program. Although it is at Carriage Hill, there is no need for period apparel! If you're passionate about sewing and want to share your skills with others, we would love to have you join us!
Impact
Program Support and Assistant volunteers are essential in transforming the visitor experience by delivering outstanding customer service. Their enthusiasm for the programs and MetroParks empowers staff to offer a rich and engaging experience for everyone who visits the park or participates in a program. By fostering a warm and inviting atmosphere, volunteers bring vibrant energy and passion, guaranteeing that every visitor has a positive and memorable start to their journey.
Tasks
- Assist with set up and prep for the class
- Greet and welcome participants to class and get them signed in.
- Volunteers will support the instructor and students new to sewing and sewing machine.
- Support and assist staff or participants with cutting out the pattern, simple sewing by hand and machine, and threading the needle.
- Support and assist participants with sewing projects, changing sewing and bobbin thread, and learning parts of our sewing machines.
- Assist the staff lead in creating a better learning environment for this interactive opportunity, and give participants the encouragement needed to do a new skill.
- Volunteers may be paired with a student, and will assist with instructions and the use of the sewing machine.
- Assist with the clean-up of the program.
Eligibility
This opportunity is open to the following volunteers: Short-term and Long-term. Learn more about our types of service here.
- Volunteers must have completed the Textile qualification and the Skills Assessment - Sewing.
Additional Notes
- Parking & Meeting Instructions: Please park and walk to the visitor center. Click here for a map of Carriage Hill MetroPark. Volunteers should arrive a little early to allow for parking and getting to the class location. Staff leads will orient volunteers to the day's agenda and other important information.
- Environment & Physical Demands: This program takes place indoors. Volunteers may participate in some bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting objects to 15 lbs or more. There will be sharp objects, knitting machines, looms, sewing machines, and other items in the area that require you to be careful and work safely in a small space.
- Dress: Volunteers do not need to wear period apparel. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear their MetroParks name badge and t-shirt.
Look for Additional Details about this opportunity at the bottom of this listing! See the Skilled Trades and Programming Volunteer Positions for information on more programming or skilled trade opportunities with us.
Visit the Historic Interpreter page in our Training Library to see what training is required to become part of the Historic Interpreter volunteers on the farm.
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