Embroidery That Turns Heads at Every Event

On-site monogramming for corporate activations, weddings, and retail experiences all across the US.

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  • A vintage Singer embroidery machine displayed on a black draped table at a business expo booth, next to a wooden counter with a patterned textile draped over it, against a blue and white corporate backdrop. A small sign reading

    Corporate & VIP Experiences

    Skip the throwaway conference swag. Give clients and employees a personalized keepsake, plus an experience they won't forget.

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  • Hand holding a glass with flowers and monogrammed blue bandanas hanging on a wall.

    Weddings & Private Events

    A party favor your guests will actually treasure, and entertainment they won't stop talking about at the reception.

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    Retail Activations

    Turn foot traffic into loyal customers. Offer complimentary embroidery in your store and keep customers coming back.

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How Does Booking Embroidery Work?

  1. Inquire: Tell Kait about your event, date, location, and guest experience goals
  2. Get a Custom Quote: Kait will send over pricing based on event details you provide
  3. Book Your Event: Sign your contract and pay a 50% deposit to reserve your date
  4. Plan Your Vision: Customize your favors and Kait's setup to match your event
  5. Guests Leave With a Keepsake: Personalized on the spot and made to last

Live Embroidery FAQ

Kait sits behind her embroidery machine wearing red sunglasses at a poolside outdoor event. The table features a pink and black front panel with a 'The Sociable State Fair' sign, set against a background of green bamboo with tote bags off to the side that she is embroidering on-site.

Do You Travel for Embroidery Events?

Yes! We both drive and fly with our equipment:

  • Driving: within ~6 hours of Chattanooga, TN
  • Flight events require a $3k minimum booking

We charge for applicable travel expenses such as hotel, per diem, travel time, flight and mileage reimbursement, and car rental

How Much Does On-Site Embroidery Cost?

  • Starting at $1,500 for one stitcher
    + travel expenses, if applicable
  • Additional hours: $500/hr, day rates available

How Many Items Can be Personalized Per Hour?

Each monogram is stitched freehand in cursive, so each time we “pick up the pen” to end a word or single letter, we have to tie a knot. We recommend staying away from phrases, numbers, and capital letters.

  • 20 seconds to multiple minutes per item (much faster than a digital machine!)
  • Anywhere from 20 - 45+ items per hour (varies by material, personalization limits, and flow)
  • Tip: for a faster service, keep it simple: single name, word or initial with one thread color, or add additional stitchers.

What is Needed for Your On-Site Setup?

  • Solid, flat ground (at least 5x5 ft) + room for a line to form
  • Access to power within 20ft of the stitching area
  • If outdoors: coverage from sun, rain, and wind, plus adequate lighting after sunset

Do You Stitch on My Items, or Provide Them?

Both! Items are billed separately from the live embroidery service, so you know pricing no matter what gift you choose. We have stitched on denim jackets, hats, tees, robes, towels, blankets, and more.

We also offer branded blanks like luggage tags, bandanas, cosmetic bags, patches, and tote bags.

Kaitlyn Willow wearing a cowboy hat in a Boot Barn with shelves of boots behind them. Kait's hand is rested on a bandana she is embroidering in-store for a retail activation

Hi! I'm Kait

the creative force behind Kait Makes, bringing live embroidery to events across the US. I've stitched at retail activations, weddings, and corporate conferences, and I'd love to bring the embroidery magic to your next event.

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So, What Is Chainstitch?

Chainstitch embroidery machines, or "Bonnaz" style machines are a piece of history, originating in Cornely, France in the 1850s. They're completely hand-controlled analog machines (no computers, no electronic parts, no clip art) which means every line and letter is drawn freehand using a handle under the table. Because the machine isn't computerized, Kait can pack it up and bring it anywhere, delivering on-the-spot monograms in just minutes.

See Kait in Action

Custom chainstitch flash designs and thread colors for Lululemon Navy cosmetic bag with hand-embroidered Tangerine monogram