About Thread & Petal

Hi. I'm Jenelle.

I'm an embroidery artist based in regional Western Australia. I make slow, intentional clothing, accessories and art in fast, disposable world.

I practice both hand and tambour bead embroidery; and hand embroidery with a special interest in thread painting. 

I stitch because I believe that clothing can hold meaning and because time spent making something still matters. 

My work lives at the intersection of art, fashion and devotion to craft. Each piece is made slowly and thoughtfully. Usually, there is only one. Sometimes there are a few. But there is never an assembly line. 

I'm drawn to symbols and rituals. Celestial shapes, botanicals and nostalgic or pop culture references. Every piece tells a story.

The work is made wherever I am. Usually in my home, but also when I'm travelling or visiting friends and family with life humming around me. 

I'm so thrilled you're here