DETERMINING THE CANDIDATES TO INTERVIEW

Q.S.O.S. wants to ensure that not only do we ask, but also that we document and preserve the stories of present day quiltmakers. These quiltmakers do not necessarily have to be famous quilt artists, teachers or authors. We all have a place in history. We have all been eyewitnesses to many significant events. Quiltmakers know every quilt holds a story.

Who to select for interviewing is as simple as finding someone willing to talk.

HOW TO FIND A CANDIDATE

• Local quilt guilds
  • talk to guild members
  • advertise in the guild newsletter
  • advertise on the guild WebPages
  • distribute fliers at meetings and/or bees
• Quilt shows
  • distribute fliers
  • posters
  • booth/table
• Craft shows
  • distribute fliers
  • posters
  • booth/table
• Quilt/fabric stores
  • post a flier
  • talk to the management or store employees
• Churches, schools and nursing/assisted living homes
  • post a flier
  • talk to administrative staff
• Museums/historical Societies
• Libraries
• Local colleges/universities
• Web chat rooms
• Press release(s) (Appendix B.)

An Important Caution:

Remember, when posting a flier/poster or announcement in a public place,
provide a method of contact that is easy and safe for you.
Remember the Internet is a public place.

 

HOW TO FIND A CANDIDATE AND ARRANGE THE INTERVIEW

1. Personal introduction from friend or acquaintance
2. Letter of invitation (Appendix C.)
3. Telephone call
4. Announcement at quilt guild meeting

POINTS TO REMEMBER

• Always be polite.
• If contacting by telephone, ask if it is convenient for the person to talk.
• Explain how you obtained the candidate's name.
• Explain the purpose of the project and why you would like the person to participate.
• Indicate the amount of time required.
• Briefly describe the interview process.
• Explain the use/purpose of bringing a quilt or related object.
• Arrange a location that is convenient yet conforms to the requirements of the interview (i.e. minimal background noise and interruptions).
• Follow up the above with a letter, if possible. (Appendix D.)
• Send a thank you note after the interview.