Here are some of Kristin's appearances in the press and other information.

Downloadable Poster for Textile Center of Minnesota Appearance
February 2008

You can download a printable 11" x 17" version of this poster here.

Interweave Knits
Fall 2006
An Interweave Press Publication

Little Majolica
This bright children's sweater features a bold motif, garter stitch checkerboard pattern, reverse stockinette ridges, and just a touch of duplicate stitching to create a project that's as fun to knit as it is to wear. Uses Kristin's signature Julia yarn.

Spartan Pullover
The striking Fair Isle border on this simple man's pullover is the perfect introduction to two-color kniting

Free Design: Seeing Dots Again Adult Cardigan
The original Seeing Dots Cardigan was a child’s pattern featured in the Spring 2006 issue of Interweave Knits. Due to overwhelming demand for an adult’s version of the sweater, Kristin Nicholas reworked the pattern to create this sophisticated, yet playful, embroidered jacket using Julia yarn.

You can download the instructions for this project here.

Knitscene
Fall 2006
An Interweave Press Publication

Two Free Designs: Fat Cat and Fiesta del Sol
Brighten a child's day with this felted pink and orange cat, or embellish a colorful felted bag for yourself with pom-poms and embroidered flowers.

You can download the instructions for both these cute projects here.

100 Decorating Ideas Under $100
Fall 2005
A Better Homes and Gardens Creative Collection Publication

Featured Product: Interactive Decorating. Colorful Crewel Kits
When you've got terrific designers doing part of the work for you, decorating is twice as easy.

You can also find a description of these kits on our Stitchery Kits page.

Country Home
September 2005

Collect It: Obsessions. Ethnic Textiles Insprie an Artist's Own Creations
Photographs by John Gruen
Kristin's textile collecting passion began as a child. It now features a little bit from many parts of the globe.

To view the entire article in Acrobat PDF format, click Here.

CNA Magazine
June 2005
The National NeedleArts Association Special Show Issue

Could Embroidery Be the Next BIG Thing?
Daryl Brower interviews Kristin Nicholas for her thoughts about the future of stitchery.

To view the entire article in Acrobat PDF format, click Here.

Home Decor Sewing
Spring/Summer 2005
A Better Homes and Gardens Creative Collection Publication

Featured Product: Kidding Around

You can also find a description of Kids' Embroidery on our Books page.

Country Living
May 2005

Family Column: Embroider It
For little hands that might have trouble threading a needle, these simple project make it easy to stitch away.

You can also find a description of Kids' Embroidery on our Books page.

Country Home
August 2004

Artist in Residence
Photographs by John Gruen
Kristin, Mark, and Julia's colorful hand-decorated home was featured in this issue of Country Home, and yes, that's it on the cover, too!

To view the entire article in Acrobat PDF format, click Here.

House and Garden
January 2003

Domestic Bliss: Knitting Now
Photograph by Beatriz Da Costa
Kristin Nicholas creates pillows using Fair Isle technique—a traditional patterned multicolor system—and then over-embroiders for extra effect.

For a larger view of the image, click Here.

The Boston Globe Magazine
January 26, 2003

Rainbow Rooms
Nicole Cusano's design article for the Sunday Globe was the first to feature Kristin's hand-painted farmhouse.

To view the entire article in Acrobat PDF format, click Here.

Knit It
Premiere Issue (2001)
A Better Homes and Gardens Creative Collection Publication

An Artist with Wool
Veteran knitwear designer Kristin Nicholas savors the tactile pleasure of knitting along with the challenge of creating increasingly intricate color and stitch patterns. "You can spend your entire life knitting," she says happily, "and never try it all."

To view the entire article in Acrobat PDF format, click Here.