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I am a self taught embroidery artist from Cape Town, South Africa, who specializes in Needle painting and Whitework Embroidery. I have been designing and teaching embroidery for more than two decades and love to inspire others through sharing this work. Join me on my journey and let’s make the world a more beautiful place one stitch at a time!



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An Introduction To Whitework Embroidery
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Discover a colourful, contemporary approach to traditional whitework. Complete with a comprehensive guide to getting started, and arranged in order of difficulty, this inspiring book contains 10 complete, brand-new projects, each with clear step-by-step instructions, an iron-on transfer, a full-size template and sumptuous photography.

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Customer Reviews
from 1350 reviewsThank you so much for these patterns, I have so long been wanting to do thread painitng and always backed down from doing it. But your instructions made it so that I could accomplish it. Love all your designs and hope to do many more!
I received the pattern but I did not have started the actual work, I guess because the warm weather is keeping me busy in the garden but I can not wait to seat in the shade and start the big project.
Thank you for all the pretty projects and design, they are incredible.
Annamaria B.
Fine white linen and beautifully packaged with care and thanks for your great service when I requested more feedback on courier details.
Spot on.
Many happy hours of stitching later, I am truly delighted with this beautiful little landscape. The result is gorgeous, and I have learned so much along the way. Certainly worth the many quiet meditative hours. Thank you, Trish, for the detailed lesson and clear instructions. (Sadly, I cannot work out how to add a photo of my result ; the Picture/Video option is not being friendly)
This is my VERY FIRST ever embroidery. I learn to do simple, basic stitches in my high school years. But, needle painting is something I yearn to learn. I'm so grateful with your technique, your tutorial, your instruction, your design, your color works. I feel so encouraged to learn more. (I just want to embroider more until I can get close to your beautiful work.). I love your design, instructions, products.
Superbe broderie très colorée que je suis en train de faire. Les instructions sont claires et la broderie facile. Détente assurée. J'adore. Toujours très contente des motifs proposés. Une suggestion : les signes du zodiaque seraient sympas à broder et à offrir comme cadeaux d'anniversaire... Continuez à nous faire rêver. Merci Trish
Beautiful, as always. I enjoy working on any Trish Burr patterns. My dog rose came out beautiful and I am very pleased. Continue the good work
Heel fijne tutorial met goede uitleg en vooral ook goede opgave van benodigd materiaal
Dear Trish, I consider myself an experienced stitcher but I have never come across such detailed and explicit instructions as in Gatsby. I enjoyed every minute of stitching. Thank you so much!
Received my transfers today - just beautiful. clear lines and stunning artwork - thank you very much
This pattern has beautiful step by step photos with close ups and easy for a beginner to follow (ask me 😂). These close ups photos Trish has provided give a detailed view on the colour strands.
I just need to remind myself to back slip stitch on outline (forgot this on the bud), and to use two strands on the first layer to give it a fuller appearance. Since purchasing this pattern, I have also purchased her Long and Short Embroidery book. I saw needle painting earlier this year but never thought it was something I could do. Thank you, Trish, for teaching this art!
Absolutely beautiful design and kit. The directions are very well written and easy to follow. The kit itself is lovely. Also, the customer service and support is spectacular. Would highly recommend to anyone.
I love Trish Burr’s embroidery painting. I have purchased three of your books but I have yet to try a pattern. Honestly the pictures and tutorials are so AMAZING! I tell myself maybe today. Thank you for being such an incredible artist. I get chills just looking at your books and patterns. Thank you Trish
This PDF is well worth the price. The instructions are clear and detailed. Thanks for beautiful designs and products!
Having lived in Australia for the past 23 years -Africa is still in my blood!! Currently visiting grandchildren in Zimbabwe, where time spent is growing longer with each passing year!
The majestic kudu came up on your blog, and without a single doubt, I ordered it- delivered to WA. I absolutely love it. I like the size, and your choice of colours. I don’t need to see it in reality, as I love all your projects, and the quality of your work ….. always outstanding!
Please keep up your creativity!!!