Embroidery on Knits

Judit Gummlich's Embroidery on Knits is an in-depth guide to contemporary stitching with and on wool, explaining every step of the process.

“My aim is to provide a trail of knowledge and inspiration you can follow.”

Transform your knits with a handful of simple embroidery stitches: a cosy cardigan embellished with bright flowers, a dragonfly on the front of a sweater and mittens with plants climbing up the back of the hand. This timeless embroidery book features 18 nature-inspired templates, generously complimented by insightful tips and ideas on how to use them. Embroidery on Knits is an in-depth guide to contemporary stitching with and on wool, explaining every step of the process — from planning to finished project. It is a source of inspiration and knowledge for crafty beginners and savvy stitchers alike.

Judit Gummlich is a multi-talented crafter who has worked in theatre costume departments for more than 20 years. She is a passionate knitter, gardener, beekeeper and nature lover. Judit lives with her husband, bees and two cats in Hamburg, Germany. Embroidery on Knits is her first book.

Note: Knitting patterns are not included in the book.

200 pages
18 embroidery projects (all templates presented on a separate fold-out poster in size A1) + directions on how to embroider mittens
Hardback, print only (no digital code available), but a pdf of all the templates is available here.
Photography by Simone Hawlisch

Publication Day: 29 September.