Crafts CouncilDirectoryElla Jenkins DesignsWhen Textile Art meets Upholstery AboutWelcome to my portfolio! This is a showcase of some of my favourite pieces of work - a mixture of my own original designs and commissioned work for clients. They are all truly one-of-a-kind pieces, each one telling a captivating story, making them not just furniture, but tangible tales of art and imagination. Explore my world of utterly unique creations that weave together the beauty of textiles and the timeless charm of traditional upholstery.Ella Jenkins DesignsStamford, EnglandAntique American Rocker with 'Love you to the Moon and Back' Textile Art, Photo: Holly Cook PhotographyOnce upon a time this was a dark, ugly, unloved chair. Now, it's not just a chair; it's destined to become a cherished family heirloom for generations to come.Reimagined Elegance - Tub Chair Transformation, Photo: Holly Cook PhotographyA symphony of fabulous fabrics - velvet, linen embroidered with pussy willow and oyster satin from my wedding dress. (Well I won't be wearing it again! Shame to waste it)Renewed Retro Footstool with Appliqued Design, Photo: Holly Cook Photography1960's stool reborn with whimsical blackbird & snowdrops, embracing the arrival of Spring!Coastal Charm: Georgian Armchair with Appliqué and Embroidered Seascape, Photo: Holly Cook PhotographyThe design was inspired by a painting by Welsh artist Ian Philipps from his Coastal Path series. It was created using a combination of applique, hand and machine embroidery and a little fabric paint.Four Seasons Georgian Settle, Photo: Holly Cook PhotographySimple and elegant. Each of the four panels depicts a season. White and silver applique and embroidery on a classic navy blue linen backgroundWhen Textile Art meets Upholstery AboutWelcome to my portfolio! This is a showcase of some of my favourite pieces of work - a mixture of my own original designs and commissioned work for clients. They are all truly one-of-a-kind pieces, each one telling a captivating story, making them not just furniture, but tangible tales of art and imagination. Explore my world of utterly unique creations that weave together the beauty of textiles and the timeless charm of traditional upholstery.Ella Jenkins DesignsStamford, EnglandAntique American Rocker with 'Love you to the Moon and Back' Textile Art, Photo: Holly Cook PhotographyOnce upon a time this was a dark, ugly, unloved chair. Now, it's not just a chair; it's destined to become a cherished family heirloom for generations to come.Coastal Charm: Georgian Armchair with Appliqué and Embroidered Seascape, Photo: Holly Cook PhotographyThe design was inspired by a painting by Welsh artist Ian Philipps from his Coastal Path series. It was created using a combination of applique, hand and machine embroidery and a little fabric paint.Reimagined Elegance - Tub Chair Transformation, Photo: Holly Cook PhotographyA symphony of fabulous fabrics - velvet, linen embroidered with pussy willow and oyster satin from my wedding dress. (Well I won't be wearing it again! Shame to waste it)Four Seasons Georgian Settle, Photo: Holly Cook PhotographySimple and elegant. Each of the four panels depicts a season. White and silver applique and embroidery on a classic navy blue linen backgroundRenewed Retro Footstool with Appliqued Design, Photo: Holly Cook Photography1960's stool reborn with whimsical blackbird & snowdrops, embracing the arrival of Spring!More from Ella Jenkins DesignsProjectFlying Scotsman Vintage Parker Knoll ChairProjectHare on a Prayer ChairProjectThe Forbidden Forest ChairProjectBespoke Commission - The Pond ChaiseProjectBespoke Rocking Chair - 'From a Railway Carriage'