Stitching with Nature

A practical and inspirational guide to using natural materials to create precious textiles that capture the intricate and ephemeral qualities of nature.

In this beautiful book, textile artist, writer and educator Katerina Knight presents unique techniques for using dried flora and plant materials in ways you may have never imagined before. From sowing seeds to sewing stitches, Stitching with Nature brings together both horticultural and textile practices to create material magic with the natural world.

With a focus on five specific plants (lavender, cornflowers, old man's beard, dahlias and chamomile), Stitching with Nature provides an overview of the history and folklore of each plant, as well as tips for how to grow them and creative ideas for how to include the plants in your textile art. Learn how to connect craft with the organic seasonal cycles of nature, growing and gathering all year long and finding inspiration in nature's transitions.

Combining the meditative effects of spending time in nature and practising handicrafts, Stitching with Nature prioritises on mental wellbeing, helping you to calm your mind, creatively. Packed with advice and inspiration, this book is a must-have for anyone inspired by the beauty of nature.

About the Author

Katerina Knight is an English textile artist, writer and educator. She graduated with a Masters in Textiles from the Royal College of Art London as a Burberry scholar and was shortlisted for the Dorothy Waxman Prize 2023. Katerina creates one-of-a-kind textile artefacts that have been exhibited internationally, including at XTANT 2024 and Dutch Design Week 2023. Katerina lives in the heart of the English countryside in Malvern, Worcestershire, and enjoys long walks in the hills immersed in the natural landscape. Katerina has contributed to publications such as Embroidery Magazine and Selvedge Magazine, where she works as an Editorial Assistant. Katerina is also a lecturer in BA Textiles at Hereford College of Art.