Embroidered Knits

Add the perfect finishing touch to your handmade or shop-bought knitwear: use simple embroidery techniques to create tactile, contemporary and completely unique results. Discover a stunning collection of over 25 embroidery motifs from popular Norwegian er Diana Loug (@gollestrikk). Knit stitches make a uniform, textured base that is ideal for embroidery. The final effect is a beautiful, raised that combines the detail and charm of embroidery with the soft, tactile feel of knitting. This high-end effect is fun and simple to achieve. Following an essential chapter that covers the core embroidery stitches step by step , Diana guides you through over 25 gorgeous s to embroider onto your knitwear, along with tips on which types of yarn are most suitable, and advice on getting the best results . From graphic shapes like crosses, squares and hearts, to awe-inspiring florals and fruit, there are s for everyone - use the full-size embroidery diagrams and positioning illustrations , along with the color and stitch guides, to ensure you get the best results. There‘s advice on playing with colours, too, if you‘re looking to adapt the s for a bolder look, or to achieve a more muted, calmer palette. The s are perfect for embroidering onto tired knitted garments and accessories, to not only extend their lifespan but to make them completely unique. > This is a translation of the Norwegian title Broderi Pa Strikk , by popular er Diana Loug.