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“Really, all you need to become a good knitter are wool, needles, hands, and slightly below-average intelligence. Of course superior intelligence, such as yours and mine, is an advantage.”

Quote by Elizabeth Zimmermann

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Elizabeth Zimmermann
Elizabeth Zimmermann

Elizabeth Zimmermann was a remarkable figure in an unknown field. Born on August 9, 1910, and passing away on November 30, 1999, she made significant contributions throughout her career, leaving a lasting impact on the field she explored with unique perspectives. more

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