Caroline Utterson Textiles and Embroidery

09/05/2026

Just as I thought that nobody liked birds anymore, (well, specifically my embroidered birds!) this little fella flew off to his new home! It’s a good job, because I love birds and photographing and stitching them! ‘Nuthatch on the Mossy Oak’ is one of my all time favourites, I so enjoyed making his 3D dinner, particularly the mealworms and carrot! Plus his very mossy tree. Lots of lovely textures to play with! I’m sad to see this one go, but, again, that’s the whole point of being a professional (ish!) artist 🙈😂

03/05/2026

I can’t believe it’s a whole week since the end of York Open Studios! What an absolutely amazing couple of weekends it was! I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who took the time to come and see me and my fellow artists at Venue 27 South Bank Studios It was the busiest it’s ever been!

The weeks leading up to and during the event were manic for me as I’m such a last minute person. I was at the studio until late every single night, including both Saturdays during, mounting more prints as they were so popular! I just can’t believe how many people loved my work enough to buy it, it truly astounds me and I’m so incredibly grateful. ☺️

I’m still trying to recharge my batteries but a couple of lovely days out in the sunshine and nature have helped a lot! I will be back to making more art soon.

If you’re still waiting for your pictures to be delivered, I will be in contact again shortly! Speaking of batteries, my car has been at the garage for much of the week. It now has a new battery and cam belt, (thank you for the sales to fund this!! 🙏🏼) so fingers crossed for my 19 year old banger! 🚙😅

Here are some of my original embroideries which found new homes. Some tiny, some big and lots in between!
Just as I was about to give up art, you have given me fresh hope. For that, I am truly thankful. And a little bit confused! Watch this space to see what’s next for me. I don’t actually know! But thank you all so very much for your support and encouragement, it means everything. 💜

26/04/2026

It’s the very last day to see me today before I go back into hiding 🫣! Come and say Hi 👋 to myself and 7 other amazing artists at South Bank Studios on Bishy Road, York. We’re open until 5!

It's the FINAL DAY of 2026!

Don't miss out. Come down to the studios on Bishy Road and see all the amazing work our artists and makers have been creating.

We have EIGHT talented artists and makers taking part this year, all in one venue.
Donna Maria Taylor Caroline Utterson Textiles and Embroidery Carolyn Coles - Artist and Illustrator Jo Yeates Creates Laura Duval Artist Designer Metalsmith Susan Bradley Design and Colin Black Seek Art School

So do come down to meet them all, chat about their process, techniques and inspirations and maybe even buy something!
Our artists here are talented in so many different media and techniques including textile art, drawing, jewellery, water colour, print making, oil painting, mixed media, metalsmithing, and more. From one off original pieces to limited edition prints to greetings cards - there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Plus we are dog friendly, and you can stop for refreshments in our fab cafe too.

We’re looking forward to seeing you today.
10am to 5pm

Then York Open Studios will be over for a whole year! So don't miss it.

25/04/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who came to visit us at Venue 27 today, on day 3 of . It was another cracking day, despite it being a bit quieter due to the gorgeous sunshine! ☀️
My day got off to a great start when my ‘Sunny Robin’ flew off to his new home! He was adopted by a lovely couple from London! A bit sad to see him go but have to keep reminding myself that this is my living, and selling them is the whole point 🤣. Hopefully getting me closer to my elusive house with a garden, a bird table and a washing line- I don’t want for much!
Thank you all so much, it really does mean the world to me ☺️🖤💛
Let’s do it all again tomorrow, the very last day before I disappear again!

25/04/2026

My latest (and tiniest) Helmsley Walled Garden embroidery is finally finished and ready for you this weekend ! It promises to be a wonderfully sunshiney weekend, great for a lovely walk to take in some art! Alternatively, get yourself to Helmsley Walled Garden , which is where I’d be going if I wasn’t so busy! 🤣

But if you fancy taking in some art and sunshine, please come and see us at Venue 27 at South Bank Studios, 97 Bishopthorpe Road, York. There’s 8 of us here in the church, 2 floors to explore and a lovely cafe. There’s loads of artists nearby too, you can check out our ‘murder board’ to see who’s close by, or the handy poster. It’s the final weekend, come and say hi! 10 til 5.
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23/04/2026

Thank you so very much to all the lovely people who came along to York Open studios last weekend, it was truly brilliant! I don’t think I’ve ever seen it so busy, I barely had time to drink coffee! I’m thrilled that several of my original pieces found new homes, including my brand new ‘Yorkshire Bluebells’ piece. To a wonderful couple who now have a whole collection of my embroideries. 💜

I’m so grateful to everyone who popped by, for all the lovely words of encouragement and of course, the sales, which make this whole art dream a reality. It’s a tough gig being an artist, but events like this are everything. I’m so thankful to be a (selected) part of York’s biggest and best arts festival, York Open Studios.

I’ve not stopped making, sewing, framing and mounting all week, and I probably won’t until Sunday! You’ve got to make hay while the sun shines and it certainly is at the moment! Lots more goodies being made, ready to do it all again this weekend!
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Venue 27, South Bank Studios, 97 Bishopthorpe Road, York.
8 artists, 2 floors to wander, 1 delicious cafe to discover. Come and say Hi!
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18/04/2026

York Open Studios is this weekend! 150 selected artists are opening their studios all over York, this weekend and next.
You can see all of those who are taking part in the event, in the yellow brochures or online.
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Myself and 7 other artists will be exhibiting at venue 27 at South Bank Studios which is within Southlands Methodist Church York on Bishy Road. You can’t miss us, the church is massive!
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Our beautiful 19th century building is chocked full of art, artists and loads to see, both upstairs and downstairs. We also have free onsite parking, toilets and a yummy cafe!
We’re open 10 til 5 on all days. Come and say Hi!

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04/04/2026

It’s just 2 weeks to go until the first weekend of York Open Studios. Myself and 7 other fellow artists will be exhibiting our work at South Bank Studios which is within Southlands Methodist Church York, on Bishy Road. We will be opening our studios upstairs and the community centre downstairs will also be full of art. There’s a cafe too selling delicious food and drinks, so you can come and make a day of it! There’s also loads of other artists nearby to visit. Come and say hi, it would be lovely to see you! ❤️

2026 YOS Artist ✨

Caroline Utterson 🟡 Venue 27

Combining her two great loves: fabric and photography, Caroline creates intricately embroidered, appliquéd and beaded artworks which are inspired by animals, nature and the beautiful Yorkshire landscape.

Caroline Utterson Textiles and Embroidery

27/03/2026

It’s just 3 weeks until York Open Studios so I should be finishing work so that I can get it scanned, mounted and framed. But I couldn’t resist starting a new one this week, after seeing some of the rhododendrons were ‘out out’ at Castle Howard Arboretum last Sunday! It was lovely to be back there again after quite a few months. So many beautiful flowers and trees are Springing to life. It’s definitely my favourite season at the Yorkshire Arboretum.
So here’s another work in progress. I’ve got an entire folder full of pictures that I started and just can’t seem to finish until I absolutely have to! It’s going to be an extremely busy three weeks! 😅

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20/02/2026

Blimey, it’s been a while! Sorry I haven’t posted in ages. I’ve been trying to get myself out of a black hole. The end of last year was a lot. We lost several wonderful people. Amongst the sadness though, a tiny little miracle appeared, out of nowhere, like a little ray of sunshine. Unfortunately, on the day of my friend’s funeral, our miracle began to leave us. The next few days were horrific and the weeks after were a blur. Then came Christmas and my birthday (which I shared with said friend), both were a struggle.
It’s amazing how your whole world and future plans can change in a day. I didn’t apply for much art stuff this year as I was meant to be otherwise occupied 👶. Now I just look like I’m slacking! 🤦‍♀️

Anyway, I’ve been struggling to do any decent art lately, hence my lack of posts. But today, with the help of a good run on my new treadmill, which my partner bought me for my birthday (tell me I’m fat without telling me I’m fat 🤣). And a quiet studio (thank you half term 🙏🏼) and the radio blasting great tunes (don’t shoot me, nobody else is here!) I am finally getting stuck into something bigger than a 2 inch square! 🙌🏻

Sorry if that was an over share, I’ve been toying with what to write for weeks. I just felt that I needed to explain my disappearance 🫥. Also, I really wish there was more as I personally have felt very alone.

Here’s to , and hopefully more being made in the next few weeks, ready for 💪🏻💛🖤.

Ps. This is absolutely not a pity post. I know people go through much, much worse things. I just sometimes have to write things down in order to be able to move on with my life.