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Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac: The Commemorative Edition (Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace) Hardcover – September 16, 2010

by Elizabeth Zimmermann (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 234 ratings
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One of America's most ingenious and creative knitters presents 23 patterns in this beloved classic of knitting lore. Elizabeth Zimmermann's bestselling guide includes Aran sweaters, mittens, socks, and patterns for other items that can be followed by intermediate to advanced knitters or adapted into original works.
This commemorative hardcover edition celebrates the centenary of Elizabeth Zimmermann's birth and the 50th anniversary of the founding of her company. Its new features include color photos of the finished patterns, many of them reknit using contemporary yarns, as well as a frontispiece by Andrew Wyeth, a preface by the author's daughter, an introduction by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee, instructions for the February Lady Sweater, and other bonus items.
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  1. Print length
    176 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Dover Publications
  4. Publication date
    September 16, 2010
  5. Dimensions
    6.75 x 1 x 10.5 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0486479129
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0486479125
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Elizabeth Zimmermann's Maltese Fisherman’s Hat Gets Immortalized by American Artist Andrew Wyeth

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"Andrew Wyeth’s wife, Betsy, is an avid knitter and longtime admirer of Elizabeth Zimmermann and her work. Andrew (son of American artist N. C. Wyeth), particularly loved Elizabeth’s “Maltese Fisherman’s Hat” (see pages 63-68) and did several paintings of his curator, Mary Landa, as she sat for him wearing it. In Arctic Circle, Mary poses in the hat that she herself knitted; while Andrew painted her, he wore the same hat knitted by Betsy. The painting was done on the spot—as Mary noted, the watercolor even began freezing on the brush!" Available in hardcover edition (#0486479129) on pages 68 and 156. Available in paperback edition (#0486241785) on pages 63-69.

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Elizabeth Zimmermann is famous for revolutionizing modern knitting with her books and for an instructional series on American public television.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dover Publications; The Commemorative edition (September 16, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0486479129
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0486479125
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.83 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.75 x 1 x 10.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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5.0 out of 5 stars An all-time classic
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2016
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Elizabeth Zimmerman's works are an enduring treasure for the adventurous knitter, and for the beginner knitter who's interested in the 'why?' of knitting. Written with gentle humour and an intriguing reckless approach to technique and construction that somehow pays off in the end, this almanac will give you an intriguing glimpse of her quirky yet ultimately logical mind, and if you pay attention, you'll learn an unbelievable amount of useful information on the way. Plus there are patterns!
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Francis Sharpe
5.0 out of 5 stars The Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitters Almanac Book
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2018
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This book is a pleasure just to read, because of her humor and choice of words to describe one craft she enjoys. She also makes knitting so easy and even though the designs are vintage they can be useable and desirable today. I was fortunate to get a copy.
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Johanna
5.0 out of 5 stars Every Knitter need to read Elizabeth Zimmerman's Knitter's Almanac!
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2012
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Don't let the size of this book fool you--it's small in some editions, yet filled with all the basics and then some!

The plan of the book is that there's a knitting project for every month, taking into account the seasons, and possibilities for how the item will be used. The cover of the book shows finished products for the patterns in the book.

I first used this book to find the pattern for the "Pi Shawl", and was immediately hooked on Elizabeth Zimmerman's writing, knitting, and her philosophy of knitting, which seems to be to relax, and knit, don't worry about it, and you can make it work! (I've made the Pi Shawl in two versions, and will probably make a third shawl soon!)

There are patterns for sweaters, shawls, baby clothing, mittens, and much more. If you had to choose one book to take with you on vacation, consider this book, and choose a pattern from what Elizabeth Zimmerman offers. You'll become hooked too!
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5.0 out of 5 stars as it's my favorite. I look forward to the day when they ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2017
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So very thankful to find one of Elizabeth Zimmermann's books on Kindle...especially this one, as it's my favorite. I look forward to the day when they are all available in this format. It reads wonderfully on my Fire HD, including the pictures. I hope that very soon all the knitting and crochet books I want will be available for Kindle. Please, please..."Knitting Without Tears" next!
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Sabra
5.0 out of 5 stars Yes, it's good for newbs.
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2011
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I am really only a middling knitter, at best. Still, I want to make virtually EVERY SINGLE THING in this book. If you are married to step-by-step patterns, this isn't the book for you. EZ's whole point with these books was to encourage knitters to think for themselves and learn the basic construction of garments so that they could freehand items. This really IS suitable for novice knitters, but not ones who want to cling to that novice status. If, like me, you can't look at a pattern without making a mental list of changes and winding up winging it ANYWAY, you'll love this book. But EZ will not hold your hand.

I crochet far more than knit, and I dearly wish the crochet world had books like this.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2017
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I purchased it for the patterns, but got so much more. It was very informative and witty.
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Heidi Aussie
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic knitting now in full colour
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2015
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This is a classic knitting book that you can knit as a project through the year. It has several patterns that have been reinterpreted by many others, many times & the Pi Shawl has inspired an entire genre of shawls. It's great to see the original knits in full colour & amazing to see how well they have held up over the years - a testament to the yarn they are knitted from.

Elizabeth Zimmermann's writing style is warm & friendly, without being over the top. She doesn't spell out every little thing for you, but I found that by just re-reading when necessary & not worrying about every little mistake I might make, the knitting just flows on.
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Patience
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely the Best!
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2011
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I love Elizabeth Zimmerman's approach to all things knit and I already own one of the original Knitter's Almanac books. However, this purchase was a must for me since it has color photos of projects which the soft back book I already own doesn't contain. Also, I am really happy with the size of the book and the fact that it's a hard back which makes it much easier to place beside me while I read the particulars for a certain knitting pattern.

Of course, for those who are expecting a knitting book with step by step instructions, this is NOT that type of book because EZ wanted knitters to be empowered by giving them an outline of the pattern and then allowing the knitter to knit according to the gauge, yarn, and the size of the garment one needs. Still, I would highly recommend this book to anyone who may be thinking about buying it.....you won't be disappointed.
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T. Günther
5.0 out of 5 stars Alles OK
Reviewed in Germany on March 12, 2017
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Ich hatte das Buch in klein und habe es verloren. Das große gefällt mir, war leider immer zu teuer. Bis ich dieses Angebot fand. Schnelle Lieferung. Gut eingapackt. Gern wieder.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Commemorative edition of Elizabeth Zimmerman's Almanac
Reviewed in Australia on July 30, 2017
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An absolutely beautiful enhancement to the original Almanac. Love the introductions and coloured photos. Especially like the use of modern / current wools in the projects.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The best ever.
Reviewed in Canada on October 7, 2014
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This is the best knitting book ever. I bought a Kindle copy after losing my hard copy that was about 15 old. Now I'll always have a copy handy.
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Antinea MEDIALUDO
5.0 out of 5 stars un incontournable
Reviewed in France on December 26, 2014
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quand on a envie d'approfondir le tricot avec un angle différent .. créer adapter ses modèles
même si ça fait un peu rétro c'est quand même une GROSSE référence dans le tricot, avec quelques incontournables comme le Tom sweater par exemple.
ou apprendre à tricoter sans couture (c'est surtout pour celà que je l'ai acheté)
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SISSI
5.0 out of 5 stars Ottimo
Reviewed in Italy on August 25, 2014
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Spiegazioni chiare, argomenti interessanti, varietà di progetti di lavoro belli, originali da realizzare senza particolari difficoltà, esposizione 'coinvolgente' da parte dell'autrice.
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