chainstitch embroidery

My fascination with chainstitch embroidery grew out of my appreciation for vintage western wear. The great western tailors of the past; Nudie, Nathan Turk and Rodeo Ben, just to name a few, used chainstitch embroidery extensively in their work. Today many designers are re-discovering chainstitch embroidery machines. Several years ago I bought my first chainstitch embroidery machine, a 1960's Singer 114w103. A few months later I bought a very rare circa 1913 Singer 114w100 which I found on Craigslist for a mere $30! My most recent chainstitch embroidery machine is a French made Cornely K which dates to the 1890's and still works beautifully; a testament to the quality and engineering of the late 19th century.

I primarily use my machines on my custom western wear pieces, but occasionally accept select custom embroidery jobs. I also moderate a chainstitch embroidery machine resource group. Please contact me if you would like more information regarding these amazing machines.

Fox & guitar embroidery worked on the Singer 114w103 chainstitch embroidery machine.