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Kristin Nicholas
A major creative force in the Knitting and Needlework industry for over twenty years, Kristin has designed for yarn companies, magazines and has authored several books for knitters. Her most recent book, Kristin Knits, shows her amazing sense and innovative experimentation with color. Nashua Handknits is proud to offer Kristin’s signature yarn Julia, a blend of merino wool, alpaca and kid mohair. Visit www.kristinnicholas.com.
Kristin's designs can be located in the following pattern books: Log Cabin, Mohair, North American Designer Book 1, North American Designer Book 2, North American Designer Book 3, North American Designer Book 5, Ski |
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Susan Mills
Creative Director for Nashua Handknits, Susan has been the creative designer behind many yarn brands and key magazine editorials in her 15-year career in the hand knitting industry. With an uncanny talent for mixing colors and textures, yet catering to a wide range of skill levels, Susan’s designs are individualistic and user-friendly.
Susan's designs can be located in the following pattern books: Bloom, Cobblestone Streets, Designer Bags, Family, Holiday, In The Mountains, Mohair, North American Designer Book 3, Occasion, Skate, Ski, Snow, Stripes, Study, Theatre, Zoo |
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Cathy Payson
A native of South Boston, Massachusetts, Cathy has created hundreds of designs for yarn companies and knitting magazines. Known for her timeless designs, Cathy concentrates on creating sweaters that are easy to knit, finish and that people really enjoy wearing.
Cathy's designs can be located in the following pattern books: Family, Mohair, North American Designer Book 5, Play, Skate, Snow, Work, |
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Kathy Zimmerman
Known as North America’s premiere designer of Aran handknits, Kathy’s designs crosses over to lace, textured and Guernsey knitting in her creative work. A popular teacher and owner of Kathy’s Kreations, an independent yarn store in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, Kathy shares her love of knitting with her students and customers daily. Visit www.kathyskreations.com.
Kathy's designs can be located in the following pattern books: In The Mountains, North American Designer Book 1, North American Designer Book 2, North American Designer Book 3, North American Designer Book 4, North American Designer Book 5, Occasion, Relax, Skate, Stripes
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Jessica Oas
Jess’ first sweater design appears on the cover of Nashua Handknits Study pattern book. Inspired by Scottish Island knitting from her studies overseas, where she also was a Rowan knitting consultant, Jess is proof that the knitting business is a combination of aesthetic design and business sense. When not designing, Jess is also the New England sales representative for Westminster Fibers.
Jessica's designs can be located in the following pattern book: Study |
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