Project Linus
Melanie Patterson is currently serving as Chapter Coordinator for Project Linus and the Owner of Queen Bee Quilting Studio, both positions held since July 2023. With a passion for creating high-quality quilted items that bring joy and comfort, Melanie combines artistic skill with a dedication to community service. Previous experience includes working as a Practitioner at Gulf Coast BioAcoustic Biology & Sound Health and as a Birth Doula with Fleur du Bayou Labor/Birth Doula Services, providing essential support to women during critical life stages. Melanie's early career featured roles as a High School Spanish Teacher and Executive Assistant at Ostendorf, Tate, Barnett & Wells, alongside an enriching experience as an Au Pair in Southern Tuscany. Educational achievements include a degree in Spanish Language from Flagler College, certifications in Spanish and Italian Language and Literature, and ongoing studies in BioAcoustic Biology and Sound Health.