In my last post about the Malachite Bird embroidery project, I shared some of the challenges I faced with stitch order and colour choices. At that point, I still had part of the bird left to complete — and I was curious to see how all those threads would finally come together. This follow-up continues…

This time, we’re taking a closer peek at the Malachite embroidery pattern by Trish Burr — one of her Intermediate-level bird designs that caught my eye (and then my stitching needle).If you’ve never explored Trish’s work before, be warned: she offers an impressive variety of stitch guides and patterns. They range from beginner-friendly designs to…

The Malachite Bird embroidery project is inching ever closer to completion — slow and steady, but definitely moving forward. With needlepainting, progress is measured in tiny increments; I usually cover only about 2 square centimeters in a sitting. So every little patch I finish feels like a small victory. When I last updated you on…

While travelling through Vietnam, I began stitching Malachite by Trish Burr—a vibrant needlepainting design. After a rough start, I gave the piece a second chance in 2025 using silk threads and a proper frame. The result: more focus, better technique, and a more satisfying embroidery experience.