Knitting Without Tears


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The author guides the novice and the experienced knitters in short-cuts and construction tricks and offers twenty original designs




The Complete Surprise


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"A comprehensive guide to Elizabeth Zimmermann's Baby Surprise Jacket, Adult and Child Surprise Jackets, and Circular Stranded Surprise Jacket, plus the brand new: Surprise Dress, learn-to-knit Surprise Scarf, Bolero/Shrug, Snuggle Suit, and many more variations." -- Back cover.




Knit One Knit All


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Zimmermann was a designer who stressed independent thinking. She outlines the construction and little more, in the hope that you will feel free to experiment and take your knitting in new directions. These garments serve as a jumping off point for you to knit a version in any size, and make it your own.




Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac


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Expanded hardcover edition of expert's popular guide features 23 classic patterns for Aran sweaters, mittens, moccasins, and other items. Suitable for intermediate to advanced knitters. Includes new color photos, sizing charts, and more.




The Opinionated Knitter


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Knitter includes 22 of Elizabeth Zimmermann's original patterns, plus excerpts from her journal (previously unpublished) and notes from Meg Swansen.




Spinning Around


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Jeannine Bakriges is a master spinner, dyer, and knitter. The book includes three sections, one on each discipline. Bakriges discusses spinning in-depth, gives instruction for solar dyeing, and knits her handspun using Elizabeth Zimmermann's designs. The book includes instructions for twenty Elizabeth Zimmermann and Meg Swansen knitting designs including: the Moeibus scarf, the sock-toe scarf, the watch cap, the jogger's mitts, I-cord gloves, the very warm hat, the Mananita shawl, the 3-cornered German shawl, the Bohus sweater and hat, the knit stitch sweater, epaulet jacket, Moeibus vest, a halter top, knee socks, moccasin socks and more.




Knitwear Design Workshop


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From the initial spark of inspiration to the sewing of the last seam, this advanced manual to knitwear design provides knitters with the foundation to take their projects to the next level. The five exceptional projects demonstrate the level of uniqueness and beauty that can be achieved with these expert techniques and how to achieve the elusive "perfect fit" that defines a successful end product. Knitters will gain a clearer understanding of commercial pattern instructions, improve their attention to detail with a meaningful test swatch, and acquire a stronger knowledge of proper body and garment measurements.




Meg Swansen's Knitting


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American knitting guru Meg Swansen shares tips, tricks, techniques, and secrets she has learned and discovered during her long knitting and designing career. The introduction gives the reader a candid look into the knitting world of the daughter of America's first famous knitter and author, Elizabeth Zimmerman. Full of original designs, this book includes instructions and charts for 22 sweaters, three vests, four fitted-arch socks, and three convertible-top mittens, each rendered in four-color fashion photography taken on-site at Meg's home. A section on techniques includes a glossary of relevant knitting terms, the famous EZ Percentage System, and various ways to cast on, bind off, increase, and decrease.




Knitting from the Top


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