hi!

i’m annie.

A woman with red curly hair smiling and standing beside a display of embroidered religious images and a crucifix on a golden frame in a room with wooden blinds.

I am a self-taught embroidery artist based in Michigan.

Line drawing of Thomas Aquinas wearing a hooded cloak with a sun symbol on the chest, holding a book in one hand and a quill in the other.

My work centers on Catholic themes, particularly Marian devotion, prayer, and spiritual reflection. Drawing inspiration from my faith journey, I use the medium of embroidery for both creative expression and contemplative practice. My work blends traditional techniques with innovative mixed materials and interesting displays, inviting viewers into moments of stillness, beauty, and reverence.

I began creating art a few years after my mother’s passing, turning to thread and fabric as a way to navigate grief. What began as a personal act of healing evolved into an almost prayerful practice - one that continues to shape my spiritual journey and artistic voice.

My Catholic-focused work debuted at the Aquinas College Symposium on the True, Good, and Beautiful in 2024, 2025, and 2026. I was also honored to exhibit at ArtPrize in Grand Rapids, Michigan in Fall 2025. I am currently in gallery at Roots Brew Shop on the west side of Grand Rapids!

FAQ’s

  • Depending on the complexity, a single piece can take anywhere from several hours to weeks to months to go from the planning phase to the final bead stitched to canvas.

  • Sometimes! Please reach out via the contact form or email ourlivingthread@gmail.com for inquiries or availability.

  • I occasionally accept commissions that align with the themes and spirit of my work. Feel free to reach out to discuss a potential project via the contact form or by emailing ourlivingthread@gmail.com

  • My work has been shown at Aquinas College, Grand Rapids ArtPrize, The Cottage on Turner, and Roots Brew Shop. If you are interested in hosting my work, please fill out the contact form below!

  • Yes! You can find the art on Instagram by searching @our.living.thread

Embroidery of Mother Mary holding baby Jesus, with a halo, wearing a blue and white robe, on white fabric in a wooden hoop.
Embroidery of a religious figure, Virgin Mary, with a child, on white fabric inside a round wooden hoop, and a rosary with colorful beads and a crucifix laid beside it.
Embroidery of a woman dressed as a biblical figure with a gold crown, white gown, and a lamb, in a wooden hoop.