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JEAN

Jean
is one of Britain's leading knitwear designers. Her innovative
combinations of intricate textures, striking colourways
and sophisticated styling have been widely influential
over the years. A self-taught knitter, she has been producing
her own unique collections of handknits for more than
twenty years, as well as designing for Rowan Yarns and
many international fashion houses such as Ralph Lauren,
Laura Ashley and Benetton. She lectures in the UK and
Europe and is a regular visitor to the US, where she teaches
sweater design courses extensively.
Jean has always believed that good design should be available
to all who appreciate it, not just the few who can afford
to buy couture. With this in mind, she has written many
books, the most recent being Contemporary
Classics (New Holland 2007), 24 designs inspired
by Audrey Hepburn.
Jean has three sons and lives in York and Mid-Wales with
her partner Philip. To reflect her twin passions of gardening
and knitting, she is hosting tours of Wales and Yorkshire
and participants can meet Jean and other star designers
in the relaxed atmosphere of some of the UK's most beautiful
gardens. Ex-singer/ songwriter and half of folk duo Scarlet
Vardo, music is another love and she frequently enjoys
sessions with friends and family playing guitar and spoons.
She is a committed vegetarian, gardens passionately and
enjoys cooking with home-grown organic produce.
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