--- product_id: 4292338 title: "Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop" brand: "elizabeth zimmermann" price: "€ 74.89" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/4292338-elizabeth-zimmermanns-knitting-workshop store_origin: CY region: Cyprus --- # Elizabeth's Percentage System for custom sweater design Updated edition with detailed instructions & visuals Comprehensive knitting techniques Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop **Brand:** elizabeth zimmermann **Price:** € 74.89 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧵 Knit smarter, not harder — join the elite circle of empowered creators! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop by elizabeth zimmermann - **How much does it cost?** € 74.89 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/4292338-elizabeth-zimmermanns-knitting-workshop) ## Best For - elizabeth zimmermann enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted elizabeth zimmermann brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Learn from a Legend:** Elizabeth Zimmermann’s approachable, witty teaching style makes complex techniques accessible. - • **Design Your Own Sweaters:** Use the revolutionary Percentage System to craft perfectly fitting garments every time. - • **Master the Art of Knitting:** From beginner basics to advanced sweater design, unlock your full creative potential. - • **Timeless Patterns, Modernized:** Classic designs like the Baby Surprise Jacket now with step-by-step, row-by-row guidance. - • **A Knitter’s Forever Reference:** Updated with color photos, editorial notes, and detailed sizing for lasting inspiration. ## Overview Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop is a bestselling, updated classic that guides knitters from novice to expert with clear lessons, innovative sweater design methods, and beloved patterns like the Baby Surprise Jacket. This edition features color photos, detailed instructions, and editorial insights, making it an essential resource for anyone serious about mastering knitting craftsmanship. ## Description Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop guides knitters from beginner to master status through carefully created lessons. Included are: Learning to knit, knitting with two colors, Elizabeth's Percentage System (EPS) for sweater design, yoke style sweaters, drop-shoulder sweaters, and knitting garter stitch, lace, arans, guernseys, and fair isles. Zimmermann's workshop, originally a PBS television series, has been a bestseller since its release. Now, it has been updated with color throughout and expanded with editorial notes, technique photos and drawings, and more detailed directions and sizing for some garments. The pattern section contains Elizabeth's famous Baby Surprise Jacket, now with row-by-row instructions, the Epaulet Sweater, the Heart Hat, and many more of EZ's beloved designs. A wonderful book for beginning, intermediate, and master knitters, who often remark that they return to Elizabeth's books time and again to remind themselves of her innovative knitting techniques and construction methods. The updated and expanded edition enhances an already classic reference and pattern text for modern knitters. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #169 in Knitting (Books) | | Dimensions | 9.53 x 6.46 x 0.75 inches | | Edition | Fourth Printing | | Isbn 10 | 0942018001 | | Isbn 13 | 978-0942018004 | | Item Weight | 1.05 pounds | | Language | English | | Print Length | 129 pages | | Publication Date | December 1, 1981 | | Publisher | Schoolhouse Pr | ## Images ![Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91TokedsxbL.jpg) ![Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91GFMlgjlEL.jpg) ![Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81hM4x4QriL.jpg) ![Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91SOb1iNNcL.jpg) ![Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KWkedVoxL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Even for an experienced knitter *by on Reviewed in the United States March 8, 2007* 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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A collector’s item. *by on Reviewed in the United States June 13, 2026* 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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wish there was a knitting camp in California! *by on Reviewed in the United States September 9, 2011* 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 DVDElizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshopof 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 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/4292338-elizabeth-zimmermanns-knitting-workshop](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/4292338-elizabeth-zimmermanns-knitting-workshop) --- *Product available on Desertcart Cyprus* *Store origin: CY* *Last updated: 2026-11-07*