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The Opinionated Knitter Hardcover – January 1, 2005

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The Opinionated Knitter includes 22 of Elizabeth Zimmermann's original patterns, plus excerpts from her journal (previously unpublished) and notes from Meg Swansen.

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128
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EN
English
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Schoolhouse Press
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2005
January 1
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9.8 x 0.5 x 9.8
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ISBN-10

0942018265
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978-0942018264
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Schoolhouse Press; 0 edition (January 1, 2005)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0942018265
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0942018264
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.72 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.75 x 0.5 x 9.75 inches

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JoAnne McTiernan

Happy that bought from Goodwill

Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2023

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Very happy with purchase from Goodwill. The condition of book was accurately described as very good. Have been looking for this Elizabeth Zimmermann’ knitting book for several years and happy with price.

Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2023

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I had a copy of this book many years ago. Somehow my book got lost with time. I bought this as a replacement since it was my go to book for knitting expertise and patterns. I recommend this book to any level of knitters.

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M. J.

Wonderful Book!

Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2022

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The book is a wonderful addition to my EZ collection. It has wonderful common-sense instructions and great patterns.

I was highly impressed by the care taken in packaging and shipping the book. It arrived in wonderful condition.

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Moreta

A classic iconic practical hand knitting expert.

Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2022

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You have to get your brain in sync with the author. She describes her patterns in an entirely different way than current designers. It's because the current standards were still being developed.

Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2010

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This is a later Elizabeth Zimmerman book that incorporates some changes to patterns originally published earlier and has some new ones.
Of note, it contains the adult version of the Surprise Jacket with the formulas enabling it to be knitted to any size in any weight yarn.
There are helpful comments on some other patterns.
Elizabeth always knitted in wool and was in the habit of using severe decreases and then blocking the garment to shape with a touch of a steam iron. This will not work with synthetics.
So I was happy to see comments on the yoke sweater as to how to use more frequent, less severe decrease rounds.
There are also large, colour photos of most of the patterns which will appeal to the modern reader.

The EZ collector will find some repetition -- the BSJ, Tomten jacket etc.

Be forwarned, though -- if you are a knitter who prefers line by line patterns, you will not like EZ's approach. If, however, you are more of a designer and/or you want independence from detailed patterns, then EZ is for you.

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aka the knitter

Are there any more like you at home?

Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2011

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Love, Love, Love this collection of newsletters. I think I may have all the EZ books by now. A friend gave me my first in '81 or '82. Knitting without tears. Elizabeth Zimmerman is a knitter who makes it a little easier to knit anything without a traditional pattern using her percentage pattern or your own ideas. I recommend her books to beginning knitters, intermediate knitters and more advanced knitters. (although those usually have found her all by themselves.) I also recommend Sally Melville's the Knit Stitch* to beginning knitters. She does seem more up to date. And because of that could become dated. However Elizabeth's are classic designs. There are nice baby things and some items that are quick and easy too. I hope her daughter Meg (and now the owner of the company School house press) will put together some more of EZ's newsletters into another book. I know it would be well received.* The Knitting Experience Book 1: The Knit Stitch, Inspiration & Instruction

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Anne Cloward

A classic from the queen

Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2021

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What else can I say? So much knowledge so clearly presented. Elizabeth Zimmerman died in 1999, but her techniques and patterns still live on. I think, as with any of her other books, the amount of knowledge and common sense still guide me.

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BornBradberry

FANTASTIC BOOK!

Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2021

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Elizabeth Zimmermann was a gifted knitter. My thanks to the seller for making this book available for purchase. It was in GREAT condition!!!

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Carlos Chávez

E. Z. Book essential for your collection

Reviewed in Mexico on September 22, 2018

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An amazing book!!!.

Marlene

A Collection of Classic Knitting Patterns by Elizabeth Zimmermann

Reviewed in Canada on July 7, 2018

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I love the garter stitch blanket in this collection of knitting newsletters created by Elizabeth Zimmerman between 1958-1968. The book has many timeless sweater patterns I hope to try as well.

Raynaud

Un livre important pour toute tricoteuse

Reviewed in France on December 13, 2019

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Ce livre est la « bible » du tricot et j’etais Très heureuse de le trouver . Il est arrivé très vite et sans problème.

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P Shelley

A 'must have' for every dedicated and creative knitter.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 6, 2013

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I ordered this book not knowing anything about Elizabeth Zimmermann and how she has revolutionised knitting in the US. I really wanted it for one of her patterns, the baby surprise jacket. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that it not only tells of her life, an interesting one by all accounts, but has many of her original designs. Also, it gives the knitter a formula for calculating the number of stitches and size of needles that even I can understand and use to create jumpers in whatever yarn You choose. The book was quite pricey however it is a useful addition to my collection of knitting books of which many just give patterns. She talks you through the work in a friendly, chatty style that makes you think that your mother is right by your side giving advice. It may be an old book but it's still very usable and helpful today.

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E. Loose

Wunderbares Buch

Reviewed in Germany on August 1, 2013

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Ein wunderbares Buch für alle, die
- einigermaßen Englisch lesen können
- schon viel Strickerfahrung haben
- sich ein bisschen für Geschichtliches rund ums Stricken interessieren.
Zuerst war ich etwas entäuscht, weil 90% aus kopierten Anleitungen - den Newsletters- der 50er und 60er besteht. Aber dann habe ich angefangen zu lesen und ganz oft gedacht: "Ach soooo kann man das machen" (elastische, an der Seite angeschlagene Maschen; nahtlose Pullover (wie Raglan), die aussehen, als ob sie eingesetzte Ärmel hätten; wie man den Schnitt konstruieren kann, so dass die Proportionen stimmen......)
Alle Anleitungen sind so geschrieben, dass man sie gut auf Kinder- und große Erwachsenengrößen anpassen kann. Perfekt!
30,00 € ist viel Geld für ein Buch mit 128 Seiten. Aber DIESES Buch ist damit im besten Sinne preiswert.

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