THE FLUNKY CHICKEN
YOUR GIFT SHOP FOR LIFE
Contact us at TheFlunky@TheFlunkyChicken.com
HANDCRAFTED WOODWORKING & FINE LASER ENGRAVING
Custom Gifts & Souvenirs That Mark Your Moments
Operating from our dedicated shop in Loveland, Colorado, we combine old-school woodworking builds—like solid wood picture frames, custom signs, and hardwood bases—with modern GlowForge laser precision for clean, custom designs. Built to support local suppliers and designed to last to provide you with unique gifts and souvenirs that last.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Tangible Reminders of Your Journey
HANDCRAFTED KEEPSAKES TO HONOR WHERE YOU’VE BEEN, WHERE YOU ARE, AND WHERE YOU’RE GOING.
Supporting Local Resources
We work to buy all of our materials from local suppliers and independent shops in order to support our community and other small businesses while making quality products.
Tailored to Your Milestone
We work hard to design and make unique products that will make your moment or memory special. We want our souvenirs to be fitting reminders of your moments.
Built to Last
From the design to the build to the finishing process, we want your souvenir to last as long as possible. We strive to make pieces that will stand the test of time.
Individually Crafted
There are no massive assembly lines over here. Just a dedicated shop that takes care of each souvenir, assembled and finished by hand, to add to the quality and meaning behind your gift or keepsake.
Finding My Way
The Story Behind The Flunky Chicken
In 2002, I began experiencing mysterious physical symptoms with no clear answers. It took ten years of searching before I was finally diagnosed with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) and Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)—conditions that reshaped my life in ways I never expected.
As I worked to navigate this new reality, I turned to creativity—not just as an outlet, but as a way to heal. What had once been a tool for survival became something more: a means of expression, purpose, and connection. I started making things just for myself, but when friends and neighbors began requesting my work, I realized I had found something truly meaningful.
The name The Flunky Chicken comes from a story a dear friend once shared with me. In her culture, there’s a tale of an eagle raised as a chicken, much like The Ugly Duckling. The eagle, different from the others, was shamed and cast aside—until she finally discovered the truth: she was never meant to be a chicken. She was an eagle all along.
I chose this name to honor my friend, who saw past all the labels and recognized me for who I truly was. Her belief in me helped change my path, and now, through my work, I hope to help others navigate their own journeys—embracing who they are, where they’ve been, and where they’re meant to go.
Our Mission
As The Flunky Chicken, our mission is to craft meaningful, handcrafted cairns and souvenirs that serve as waypoints for life’s journey. Through woodworking and creativity, we create tangible reminders of where you’ve been, where you are, and where you’re going. Rooted in resilience, faith, and the power of storytelling, our work is designed to inspire healing, reflection, and purposeful navigations – helping others find their way forward, just as we found ours.
Our Vision
We envision a world where every journey – physical, emotional, or spiritual – is honored and navigated with intention. Through the art of handcrafted way-finding markers, we aim to provide encouragement and clarity for those seeking direction in their own lives. By sharing our story of healing, creativity, and faith, we hope to inspire others to embrace their own paths with courage and purpose, knowing they are never truly lost.