Nicola studied textile design at Central Saint Martins School of Art, London. On graduation she set up a small textile studio, and gradually built up a creative facility and a client base. 30 years on, Nicola has a dedicated team and the current workshop is equipped to provide textile solutions for all sizes of production - from one off garment pieces to chorus or crowd scene effects.

Performance textiles and costumes all require very specific qualities- NKT specialises in advising on the best design and practical solutions for each textile requirement.

Our services include:

• Working closely with designers to create the perfect look for each project.

• Advising on suitable fabrics and techniques for each application.

• Mixing dye, print and effects processes for a layered approach.

• Screen-printing using dyes, pigments, discharge, foils and special effects

• Ageing and breaking down of costumes and textiles

• Hand painting and Batik

• Artwork creation and digital manipulation.

• Digital printing with acid and reactive dyes & sublimation print on a wide range of fabrics

• Dyeing to colour match to specific reference.

• Hand dyeing, Winch dyeing, Tie dyeing, Shibori dye effects

• Laser cutting with vinyls, flocks and foils.