Contrarium Chainstitch

Just cause I’m quiet on social media doesn’t mean I don’t still “got it”. 😎 Always true vintage, always hand-cranked.

After chilling in my hometown of Denver for a good while, I’m back out in Carbondale to serve the public with live chainstitch! Join me at on Saturday to pick up a new piece and have some lovely embroidery on it - your initials, a little mountain…bring your best ideas!

Denver I’m back at on Saturday in Cherry Creek! Get your mama a custom embroidered item for Mother’s Day - maybe a tea towel, blouse, or denim? (Of course you can also get chainstitch for yourself too 🙂)
Thanks for having me back, Anthro!!

OUTDOOR VOICES pop-up alert! Come get a complimentary customized tote bag from 1-4 at Denver with a $125 and up purchase!

I’m honored to join the ranks of chainstitchers nationwide who are descending upon Outdoor Voices on Saturday to all stitch in tandem! Comment if you’ll come see me in Denver or if you’re stitching in your city!

Just Announced: is throwing an awesome Watch Party for the season finale of the new rock climbing competition series THE CLIMB at the Boulder Theater on Thursday, January 26th.

Rock climbing legends and prAna Adventurers and will be in attendance answering all of your burning questions, DJ Phil.I.Am will be spinning tunes and will be on hand custom embroidering prAna chalk bags for the first 30 folks through the door. And as if that’s not enough, each ticket includes a complimentary beverage, free popcorn AND 100% of the net ticket proceeds will be donated to the . Climbing fans and climbing curious - this is gonna be one fun evening.

Tickets are on sale now at bouldertheater.com 🎟

What's better than 1 Gentleworm? A fleet of Gentleworms!⁠
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There is something about hand-cranking dapper-looking invertebrate patches that makes the soul happy.⁠
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Customized jackets are here to stay! 🤩This one was for Meagan of the newly opened , and a really fun project!⁠
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Custom chainstitch is available, whether you're local or not! ⁠
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DM if you’re looking for something special!⁠
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Have you either seen me at an in-person event or shopped Contrarium Chainstitch online?⁠
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I'd love to connect with you on the gram!⁠
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There is something special about a goldfish. While a common creature, their iconic body shape feels familiar. Maybe it's their ethereal beauty or their resiliency. It's said they symbolize abundance.⁠
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I actually really loved stitching these two-toned scaled beauties. What do you think of them?⁠
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This limited edition goldfish patch is available on the website (link in bio)!⁠
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This new work jumpsuit I stitched is not only fashionable, but factual!⁠
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I am never not making stuff because this creative outlet turned into my full-time dream job. ⁠
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There is something about it that just feels right and extremely exciting. Many weekends are spent doing in-person chainstitch work, talking about patches and the machine that makes the magic happen. Weeks are spent creating, planning, packing and shipping orders, connecting with other businesses, and so much more.⁠
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I can’t see life any differently and it’s hard to imagine a time when this wasn’t the case!⁠
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Little Mojito was so kind as to rep one of my bandanas from Small Batch Fest at . Thanks for the photo!⁠
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😍 It's time to order your customized bandana! Because let's be honest, does it get any cuter than a bandana-wearing puppy??⁠
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Website link in bio, order under custom embroidery!⁠
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Strawberry picking season might have come and gone, but these Smugberries are looking for an enduring connection.⁠
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Connect one to your jean jacket today! ⁠
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