We Are Branded Threads
Branded Threads was built on a dream—and a passion for the art of creating something from scratch. What started with Kirsten’s love for clothing, branding and curiosity about the process behind how it’s made, quickly grew into a vision to do more, create more, and build something to help her hometown. That vision became Branded Threads. What started as an embroidery company has quickly grown to offer both embroidery and Direct-to-Film printing, allowing us to bring more ideas, designs, and brands to life. Everything we do is proudly run locally out of Statesville, North Carolina. From outfitting companies with employee uniforms and branded workwear to creating one-of-a-kind personalized pieces, we’re here to make the process simple from start to finish. And our creativity doesn’t stop there. As the sister stop to Branded Peach Boutique, we love helping turn just about anything into something uniquely yours. Whether you’re building a brand, outfitting a team, promoting your business, or simply looking to make something personal, Branded Threads is here to bring your vision to life—your brand, your way, every time.
Meet Our Owners
Branded Threads began as a passion project with a simple goal: to provide high-quality, thoughtfully branded apparel and merchandise for the businesses in our community.
Kirsten comes from a long line of entrepreneurs, so small business has always been a big part of her life. As business owners, her & husband Cole, saw firsthand the need for a company that could take the stress out of business branding and provide a true start-to-finish experience. Whether it’s a brand-new small business ordering its first few pieces to proudly display a new logo or an established company needing apparel and merchandise for an entire team, Branded Threads was created to serve businesses at every stage.
Service has always been incredibly important to Kirsten. From a young age, she was taught that you can’t control much about another person, but you can control the way you make them feel—and that has stuck with her throughout every business she’s built.
Branded Threads was created with the same heart behind Branded Peach Boutique: to serve people well, build genuine relationships, and create something our community can be proud of. Today, we offer embroidery, direct-to-film, and custom business merchandise with a focus on quality, attention to detail, and personal service from beginning to end.
At the heart of it all, Kirsten is a wife, soon-to-be mom, and small business owner who truly loves helping other entrepreneurs bring their vision to life. Our family believes deeply in supporting local businesses because we know firsthand just how much heart, hard work, and sacrifice goes into building one.
When you work with Branded Threads, you’re not just another order—you’re another local business we get the privilege of cheering on.
Kirsten & Cole Lippard
Getting to see one of her best friends build a legacy has been so awe inspiring, and now getting to join alongside a new adventure is the most heartwarming part of all!
Originally from Statesville, NC, McKinley has spent the last several years in Raleigh after graduating from NC State with a degree in Marketing. Now back home in Statesville, McKinley is helping bring the vision behind Branded Threads to life. Growing up in a creative household surrounded by generations of seamstresses, she developed an appreciation for design, apparel, and the art of creating something from scratch at an early age.
With a background in marketing and a natural eye for design, McKinley is behind much of the communication at Branded Threads. From answering questions and helping clients choose the right products to making sure each project reflects their vision, she loves being the person clients can turn to throughout the process.
When she’s not working with clients or new ideas, McKinley can usually be found spending time with her golden retriever, Copper, or watching an NC State football game - GO PACK!
McKinley Beaty
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