Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop

The book is excellent. It has very valuable tips by the expert Elizabeth Zimmerman. It is a collector’s item. I purchased the book from Abe books. It was in perfect condition.

Bought this to replace my original 25 year old copy. Not flashy, but by Zimmermantge techniques are excellent. A classic .

My husband gave me a wonderful cash birthday/mother's day present (my BD often falls on Mother's day) so I promptly ordered the usual, Yarn, knitting books and the DVD Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop of EZ's workshop. I just love seeing all of that yarn that is the backdrop for her instructions, what a brilliant blue. So, after watching the video several times and checking out the book from the library, which is no easy feat because everyone wants it and the waiting list is a mile long and there is no renewing this book, I broke down (needless to say my birthday money is long gone spent on "the stash") and ordered this book because it goes along with the DVD. It is simple in its drawings, wish they would update the drawings (I know that EZ drew these herself, but how long ago) but other than that it is perfect. She is brilliant and years, if not decades, ahead of her time. I highly recommend both the book and the DVD. It is money well spent and will bring you hours of instruction and if you don't have a grandmother, like myself, it is a small price to pay to have one in your home for a few hours that will be happy to teach you how to knit and speak in that wonderful accent. Meg--to you I say you were blessed with such a great mother and I know she probably wasn't perfect but she had s spitfire personality that couldn't be contained. Happy knitting and a wonderful, fulfilling life to you all, Lisa Ray

I waited a long time to order this book. I didn't think it would be as helpful as it has proven to be. As other reviewers said this book is a compliment to making knitting flow and making items fit as opposed to following a stitch by stitch pattern and "hoping" the garment will fit. It's more of a recipe book that you can adapt to your yarn and your ideas. The formulas and techniques are what every knitter should at least read and understand. Sleeve shaping, shoulder shaping, it's all there just waiting to make knitting what you thought it should be....easier!!

I have been knitting for 20+ years, and had heard about EZ's books, but considered myself "beyond" them. Finally I bought this one on a whim, and have since purchased all her others. This book is the answer to the question, "How do I make knitting easy?" Forget the rigid patterns--this book explores knitting as it was probably taught for generations: Learn the CONCEPTS and the details will follow. I think this book is worth the money just for the baby "surprise" sweater pattern alone (a legendary baby sweater knit in one garter stitch piece with only 2 seams). When I learned to knit, it was SERIOUSLY not "hip," so I learned to design projects because I didn't have access to patterns. Now with books being written about how to make garter stitch scarves, I thank my lucky stars I learned when I did. This book will teach you to be an empowered knitter who does not need books and patterns to knit. If you are just learning, I cannot encourage you enough to buy this book & learn the fundamentals of knitting & designing--you can always buy the "fun" books, but you will be so much happier if you know how to alter & edit patterns to fit your taste & style. If you are a veteran knitter, it's still worthwhile. The percentage system for designing sweaters is wonderful! EZ's writing style is personable & funny--how could you not love a knitting book where the author admits that she hates to purl & sew seams???? The pictures are in black & white, but I think they still convey the ideas.

This is a great tutorial book. I have been knitting for over 60 years and I still learned a lot!

I had never heard of Elizabeth Zimmermann and I have been knitting for 50 years! But, after reading the previous reviews I ordered the book. I was anxious to get the directions for the Babies' Garter-Stitch Surprise Jacket after seeing it on Pintrest. And the reviews made me realize she just might have something to teach me. And boy she did! And with humor that made me laugh out loud: "...back-and-forth knitting can quite easily be worked back-and-forth on a circular needle. Just practice and see - and no needle will ever have a chance to slide away into the upholstery, or under the car-seat, or, worse, INTO THE DRINK." The book has pen and ink drawing and some black and white photographs so it is a bit old-fashioned. But the writing is clear and simple. Sometimes you just have to try it and see how it goes. She uses a simple math formula [and I am terrible at math] to figure out the number of stitches required for arms, body size etc. and now I realize I can look at a picture of a sweater I like, take out my trusty "Knitting Workshop" and recreate the sweater following her directions. Soon, I hope it will become second nature to me, which I think is what she was trying to teach us all along. She certainly takes the fear out of knitting--who needs a pattern? Not me any longer!

This book is wonderful. Beautiful photos. The first book I bought on knitting was in 1970 and it was EZ's Knitting Without Tears. It changed how I approach a project or pattern. Her attitude struck my creative energy. She was adventurous about knitting. I have followed her over the years and when this new updated and expanded edition came out I knew I must get it. It is exactly what I expected. Her instructions may seem to some to be vague, but that is the beauty. With her outlines and endless knowledge you plan out your design, and make it yours. Before EZ I would follow a pattern mindlessly, exactly as written. But after reading her first book I began to have the confidence and knowledge to design my own patterns. Knitting Workshop is not full of exact patterns, but guidelines and knowledge that can help a beginner all the way to an expert. I have been knitting now for over 50 years, and I still pick up little tricks and ideas from Elizabeth. So bottom line, if you want to make your knitting an adventure in creativity, get this book!

Mom Loves it. :)

Era un imprescindible en mi biblioteca y no me ha defraudado

Libro in condizioni perfette. Praticamente nuovo.

Although I have been knitting for more years that I care to remember I still want hints and tips on how to finish garments off to a more professional standard and this book has lots of those. It is written in a very easy to understand format so even the novice knitter will be able to follow Elizabeth's instructions and achieve great things! My main reason for buying an Elizabeth Zimmermann book is to learn how to adapt patterns to knit in the round to eliminate as many seams as possible and this book and "Knitting Around" (also by Elizabeth Zimmermann) have helped me achieve this.

I watch these videos over and over while I'm knitting. I just love watching Elizabeth Zimmermann teach her style. Novice or veteran, she'll teach you a thing or two and entertain you on the way.