The Art of Embroidery

I am a self taught embroidery artist from Cape Town, South Africa, who specializes in Needle painting and Whitework Embroidery. I have been designing patterns and artwork for more then two decades and hope to inspire others by sharing my work and spreading the love of this beautiful art.
Join me on my journey and discover the delights and diversity of hand embroidery for yourself. 

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Visit the shop where you will find Embroidery Kits, Materials, Fine art and Prints for sale, or download a pattern from the vast collection of Embroidery Patterns. If you are new to embroidery or need help with materials, preparation or anything related to hand embroidery please visit the Resources Centre.

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Truly stunned! The booklet is amazing (as a first timer to needle painting, it will be an integral part in all of my learning!), the pattern is gorgeous, the delivery swift and I  really can't wait to start! Thank you!

— Kristy Mika, Australia

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My goodness Trish Burr you are so amazing! The packaging was meticulous - The detail in putting these together - what can I say? Right down to the little thank you note/sticker. The quality of the fabric and the printing is amazing! I order online all the time but have never been treated to such loving care! If there were 10 stars I would give it a 10. Thank you!

— Ana Jaojoco, CA, USA.

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All items from Trish Burr are excellent value, original and well executed with clear instructions. A great buy and nobody need doubt the integrity of this seller - well worth reviewing her beautiful site with something for everyone.

— Eleanore Roome - UK

PDF Tudor Rose

$15.95

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Whitework embroidery project ready for you to stitch.  Create your own beautiful piece of embroidery by following the simple, step by step instructions and full colour photos,  provided in this PDF pattern. Read More.

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Kew Book Of Embroidered Flowers

This book was created in association with The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.  The folio edition contains the sumptuous book and a bonus pack of iron on transfers for the projects, together in a beautiful hardcover binder. 

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Cotton Embroidery Threads

Hello everyone Hope this finds you well? I am increasingly concerned as to the availability of different brands of embroidery floss – it is becoming more and more difficult to source, it seems that many of the online shops no longer stock them or in some cases have closed down, is this your experience? This… Continue reading Cotton Embroidery Threads
February 26, 2021 — trishburr

Fiber Talk

Good morning everyone and a happy Monday to you all! Last week I had the pleasure of chatting to Gary Parr on Fiber Talk. If you would like to listen you can find it here. More information on Kew Gardens & Search Press. can be found in these previous Blog posts. On a side note… Continue reading Fiber Talk
February 14, 2021 — trishburr

Tudor Rose

Hello everyone Hope you are well and keeping warm and toasty? Fans of Whitework with Colour will be pleased to know that there is a new pattern in the Whitework Collection, Tudor Rose. Tudor Rose was created for the Cumbria convention which was to take place in Appleby UK in July 2021 but sadly has… Continue reading Tudor Rose
January 28, 2021 — trishburr
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