About TTI
ABOUT TTI
Our Team & Mission
At Threads & Thistles Inventory, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the gaming community by fostering inclusivity and empowerment for those who don't often feel seen and heard in the world of gaming. As people who have encountered discrimination in gaming, we are committed to creating a space where every gamer feels valued and respected. Through our diverse range of products and unique designs, we aim to challenge stereotypes and redefine what it means to be a gamer.
Meet the owner
Alyssa Dykstra
Hi, I'm Alyssa, the founder and face of Threads & Thistles Inventory! My journey started when I began sharing my "Animal Crossing: New Horizons" designs years ago, and that passion has now turned into a full time job in content creation and owning this small business. I love blending cozy and chaotic elements, both in games and in life, which inspired me to create a store that celebrates all types of gamers. My mission is to help people both in and out of gaming feel seen and valued, encouraging everyone to embrace their unique gaming journey with confidence and style.
Meet the owners
Thomas
I'm Thomas, and while you might see me in Alyssa’s social media, my role at Threads & Thistles Inventory is behind the scenes. I take care of the finances, shipments, and business tools, supporting Alyssa as she leads with her creativity and customer engagement. Beyond the logistics, I'm her best friend and partner, helping to keep things balanced. Together, we share a love for gaming and a commitment to making the business a collaborative success!
Meet the designer
Jimena Fernández
Jimena is my go-to designer whenever I need more of my complicated ideas to come to life, and she was one of my initial designers to help me with the first shop designs before I got my Ipad, like the "Leah's Feelings" design you see her wearing in the photo! She primarily does illustration and concept art, and she says she most enjoys character drawing for games. Jimena describes herself as a huge D&D nerd, and she even creates full designs for her D&D characters!
Meet the Designer
DIANA PUIGFERRAT
Diana is another designer and friend of mine I love working with- and I particularly love working with her for patterned designs! I call her the queen of patterns. She helped me with the Korok designs from the Zelda collection, which have now become some of the most popular designs in the store. Make sure to check out her portfolio and read more about Diana below!
Meet the Copywriter
Emily Stroup
Emily is the witty mastermind behind all of the product descriptions in Threads & Thistles Inventory. She says, "Since I've always loved playing video games, writing about them in a casual, accessible way has been incredibly fun and fulfilling!" Like the rest of the TTI team, she is a strong feminist and an avid gamer, as well as one of my closest friends. Her two favorite games are the Dragon Age games and Detroit Become Human. She's also the reason Skyrim is now one of my all time favorite games! Emily would describe her aesthetic as "grandma academia", which is expressed both in her fashion style and social media- even on her Animal Crossing island!
Meet the photographer
Meeses Gaming
Emily contributes significantly to both our store's accessories collection, and to the world of gaming as a whole through her content! She aims to sheds light on women's experiences in gaming. Plus, she's hilarious. Be sure to check out her page!
Meet the finance b*tch
Roli
Roli is my best friend who helps Thomas with back-end work! Roli is very interested in math and has been extremely helpful when it comes to handling finances, helping me test products, and occasionally being my lil' model 😉