Jenny Kee winter knits

Jenny Kee's 1988 book on winter knits emerged from the height of the designer's influence in the Australian fashion scene. Following her success in the 1970s and 80s with bold, nature-inspired patterns and vivid color palettes, the book was created to share her distinct aesthetic and techniques with a home-knitting audience. It reflects the era's appreciation for artisanal, high-fashion-adjacent DIY projects that allowed consumers to replicate her iconic motifs.

The designs within the collection are quintessentially Kee, heavily inspired by the Australian landscape, including iconic waratah and opals motifs. By publishing this collection through St. Martin's Press, Kee sought to democratize her high-fashion knitwear, translating intricate gallery-style patterns into accessible guides for knitters. Upon its release, the book was well-received by the crafting community for its vibrant visual storytelling and the way it successfully translated complex, artistic knitwork into a format that remained authentic to her signature bohemian style.