11 Facts About Pat Hutchins

Patricia Evelyn Hutchins was an English illustrator, writer of children's books, and broadcaster.

Pat Hutchins won the 1974 Kate Greenaway Medal from the Library Association for her book The Wind Blew.

Pat Hutchins provided the illustrations for some of her books for early readers.

Pat Hutchins was born 18 June 1942 in Yorkshire, the sixth of seven children.

Pat Hutchins won a scholarship to Darlington School of Art in 1958, continued studying illustration at Leeds College of Art in 1960, and graduated in 1962.

Pat Hutchins worked for an advertising agency in London to 1966 when she married Laurence Hutchins and moved to New York City for two years.

Pat Hutchins wrote novels for early readers, some illustrated by husband Laurence, and more than two dozen picture books.

Pat Hutchins played the role of an artistic narrowboat owner and illustrator, referred to as Loopy Lobes by the two puppet characters because of the large and elaborate earrings she wore during her tenure.

Pat Hutchins appeared in 45 episodes over two series and subsequently illustrated books for the franchise.

Pat Hutchins's role was later taken over by Neil Brewer in 1996.

Pat Hutchins died from cancer on 8 November 2017 at the age of 75.