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Wear art, not just jewellery

Small batch, Australian made embroidered jewellery designed to tell stories and bring intention to what you wear.

Recent Releases

Recently released pieces, available now.

The Larder

Stocked for the season

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Blue Willow

Hamptons inspired Chinoiserie earrings

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Las Palmas

Summer pared back

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Fast shipping

1–2 business days

Tracked delivery

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Proudly Australian Made

Local handmade business in Sydney

Three Expressions

Modern hand-embroidery, expressed in three forms.

Wearable Art

Each stitch a moment, each design a story to wear.

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Abstract & Pattern

Contemporary embroidered jewellery built on line, form and texture.

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Everyday Wearables

Functional pieces elevated through hand embroidery.

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Made in Small Runs, Not Mass Produced

Each piece is hand-embroidered in Sydney, individually or in very small batches. Which means what arrives to you is personal, intentional, and nothing like what everyone else is wearing.

About the Studio

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Mediterranean Summer Lobster Beaded Necklace

Necklaces

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Embroidered Hats

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Bracelets

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Matching Sets

Thoughtfully paired pieces, designed to wear together

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Gift Ideas

Handmade pieces they'll actually want to wear

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3 Ways to Style the Santorini Collection

Discover three effortless ways to style the Santorini Collection - hand-embroidered jewellery inspired by the blue domes and bright bougainvillea of Greece. Each look brings a touch of wearable art...

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Latest Blog Posts

The Solana Leopard Print: How a Bold Print Gets Made Stitch by Stitch

March 17, 2026|Louise Mclennan

Most leopard prints are made by machine. This one was made stitch by stitch. A closer look at how the Solana Leopard Print comes together in the hoop.

Bold Colour, Graphic Design, and the Joy of Hand-Embroidered Jewellery

March 8, 2026|Louise Mclennan

Solana is a new micro collection built around a palette I couldn't leave alone: cobalt blue and bright orange, expressed in two completely different ways. Abstract squiggle linework and a...

Behind the Stitches: How Las Palmas Took Shape

February 28, 2026|Louise Mclennan

Most designs start as ideas in my head. Sometimes it takes a few tries and a lot of stitching to bring that vision to life. A behind-the-stitches look at Las...

Frequently asked questions

Have more questions? Visit our FAQ Page for answers.

We’re here to help! Feel free to reach out with any questions, and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

Yes! Every piece is carefully stitched by hand in my Sydney studio. No machines, no shortcuts - just needle, thread, and time. Each design is unique, with its own tiny variations that make it truly one of a kind.

All jewellery is made with high-quality, lead- and nickel-free metal settings. Pieces are either gold- or silver-plated, depending on the collection, and embroidered with premium cotton threads on fabric backgrounds.

Hats are 100% cotton or 100% cotton-linen blends.

Australia-wide shipping is a flat $9.95 AUD, with free shipping over $150.

International customers are welcome too. Get in touch via the Contact page for a quote.

Your order will typically take 1-2 business days to process. Once shipped via Australia Post, delivery within Australia usually takes an additional 2-6 business days, depending on your location. In total, you can expect your order to arrive within 3-9 business days after placing it.

Please note that delivery times may vary slightly due to public holidays or delays with Australia Post.

Because every piece is handmade in small batches, each one is genuinely unique, which means returns and exchanges for change of mind are not something I can offer. Please take your time reviewing the product details, images, and measurements before purchasing. If something arrives damaged or there is an issue with your order, get in touch within 14 days and I will make it right. For more information please view our Returns Policy.

As a small Australian business, I’m not currently required to register for GST. This is a normal part of operating as a small maker, and your order is still processed in full compliance with Australian tax regulations while I continue to grow.

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Behind the Stitches

Hi, I’m Lou – embroidery artist, jewellery maker, and founder of The Modern Stitch Studio. I began stitching at age eight with my grandmother, and years later, rediscovered that joy teaching my own daughter.

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