This Canadian themed collection by Heidi Kirrmaier and Josée Paquin is available in English and French and comprises 3 cardigans, 3 pullovers and 4 accessories. The samples are knit in yarns hand-dyed and/or produced in Canada; however, there are many possible substitutions. The e-book includes photos that showcase the designs, as well as short narratives from the designers about what inspired each design. We hope you enjoy them!

This collection is inspired by the seasons and includes four patterns. The e-book includes the patterns for Innocence, Exuberance, Reverence and Perseverance as well as beautiful photographs. You will learn about the author’s inspirations for each design and discover some recipes that she loves and has been cooking for ages.

Launch date: May 10. 2024

Launch date: May 10. 2024

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I love colourwork and I love stripes and I decided to have it all with this design! Heart Beat is a round yoke colourwork pullover that is knit from the top-down seamlessly.

You will reach for this little short sleeve pullover time and time again. Easy to wear, with just a touch of retro, I’m sure you’ll want one in many colours!

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Fun guaranteed with this one! You will enjoy knitting this easy sweet tee as much as you will enjoy wearing it!

I loved the colourwork of my Mountain Flowers sweater so much, I decided to create a sock pattern too!

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Indulge in a quick and gratifying knitting experience with this aran weight, round yoke, colourwork pullover!

The Alexis cardigan is a drop shoulder design, knit from the top down, flat and seamlessly with an integrated button band. It features the same lace motif and mix of Worsted weight wool held together with mohair as for the Alexis vest.

This beautiful cardigan is knit from the top-down, flat and in one piece. The sleeves are knit from the top-down also but in the round. The cardigan features a geometric colourwork pattern on the collar and it is folded and sewn on the inside for a beautiful finish, extra warmth and coziness.

This delicate and feminine short sleeve top is knit from the top-down and it has a beautiful lace detail at the back. The pattern comes with a few different options. There are instructions to knit a two-colour version using intarsia (as shown here on the first picture) or a one colour version. There is also a choice between two types of collar:...

Indulge in soothing garter stitch and exciting mosaic knitting with Mountain Reflection! Get the look of stranded knitting with the ease of never having more than one strand of yarn per row!

These cute little short socks are worked cuff top-down. The lace pattern creates a pretty scalloped edge around the ankles. They have a heel flap and a gusset.

Audrey is drop shoulder pullover. The body is knit in Stockinette at a tight gauge while the deep sleeves have all the wow factor with chunky seed stitch cables. The pattern offers instructions for two different types of sleeves: ballon style sleeves (shown here in teal, first four pictures) or wide 3/4 sleeves (shown here in amber with a cropp...

This sweater is knit from the top-down, seamlessly. It is a drop shoulder design featuring an all over cable pattern. The back is knit first, flat, to the underarm. Stitches are picked up at the shoulders to knit the front, flat, to the underarms. Stitches are then joined to knit the body in the round. Stitches are picked up to knit the sleeves...

The shawl is knit from the top down, casting on all the stitches right away and then proceeding with short rows. After the garter stitch portion is done, there are 3 lace charts. Finally, there is the option of doing a knit-on border.

This short sleeve tee is knit from the top down, in the round, seamlessly. The round yoke features a gorgeous embossed leaf pattern. There are short rows to shape the back neck, but they are done just after the completion of the leaf pattern. Because the stitch count varies a lot from one round to the other, there are no charts, only row by row...

This is a top-down, seamless drop shoulder design. The back of the sweater is knit first flat to the underarm. Stitches are picked up at the shoulders to knit the front flat to the underarm. The stitches are then joined to knit the body in the round. Stitches are picked up to knit the sleeves and the collar in the round.

’Alexis’ was named after one of the character of the 2021 Golden Globe award winner for best TV comedy: Schitt’s Creek.

A little different twist on a classic! Gratitude is a gorgeous rib hat with a more rounded crown shaping.

I had so much fun knitting my Dyemonds Sweater that I wanted to extend the pleasure with a little companion cowl/bandana!

I’m very happy to celebrate my 100th pattern publication with ‘Dyemonds’!

Crossings feature a simple travelling slipped stitch over a background of garter stitch. These socks are knit from the top-cuff down, with a heel flap and gusset.

There are so many things to love about this shawl!! It is quick to make on larger needles. It is both mindless and fun. It is a great way to use some of those gorgeous self striping/gradient yarns available or to use leftovers. And finally the fringes give it a totally hip vibe that will jazz up any outfits!

Juliette is a cute summer top that promises to be a favourite during the warm weather! It features a modest v-neck, an easy lace pattern on the sleeves and a plain body.

This design was inspired by a poncho worn by Joanna Gaines of the popular renovation show ‘Fixer Upper’.

The pattern for Mount Royal was created for a Knit City Montreal workshop that unfortunately had to be postponed to 2021 due to covid-19. It is a simple top-down raglan with a twisted rib detail at the bottom of the body and the sleeves. This pattern is a great basic!

In these unprecedented times, the best thing we can do, is stay at home as much as possible. What better way to keep ourselves happy than by casting on a beautiful colourwork sweater?

In these difficult and uncertain times for all, we could all use a little kindness. I am offering this pattern at a very low price indefinitely. Take care and be kind to each other dear friends!

“The secret life of Walter Mitty” is one of my favourite movie and I wanted to recreate the sweater that the main caracter wears during the movie.

Laughing out Loud is a quick and cozy textured hat that can be worn two ways. It is knit from the bottom up, in the round.

This is my go-to sock recipe and I wanted to share it with you! I especially love to create different looks depending on the leftover yarn I have from other projects!

Pachira is a cute little toque with twisted rib and easy cables! It is knit from the bottom up, in the round and in one piece. It’s a fun and quick knit. Cast on on a Friday after work and wear it proudly on the Sunday for a stroll!

Everyone loves options right? So whatever your preference, be it a cropped top or not, short or long sleeves, this pattern will answer your needs!

Logan is a cozy cardigan with lots of little stylish details that will make it a great addition to your wardrobe! It is knit from the top-down, seamlessly. It has an easy cable/textured shawl collar, pockets and the sleeves are in reverse stockinette but they are knit inside out for less purling!

You’ll love this modern slouchy hat! It is knit from the bottom up, in the round and seamlessly using an easy slipped st pattern.

Frankie will undoubtedly become your favourite layer this fall and winter. It features a simple yet striking colorwork band and drop shoulders. It is knit from the top-down, seamlessly.

Eclipse is a breezy little tee, knit from the top-down, seamlessly and in the round.

When my beloved cat of 16 years passed away, I found myself casting on for a garter stitch shawl, using this soft yarn combo in pastel shades. I didn’t even quite realize I was knitting a rainbow until a few stripes in and then the whole thing came together, as if it was meant to be.

This cute and airy little tee was created during a trip down the Oregon and California coasts which ended in Beverley Hills hence its name! It starts as a simple top-down, in the round, raglan sweater but then the back has a lovely eyelet detail (optional by the way) and a lovely but simple lace motif at the bottom. Perfect for the warmer weath...

This pattern has been updated in March 2021 with 3 additional sizes!

Megan is the top-down, in-the-round version of my pattern ‘Big Hug’, offered in 8 sizes.

Both easy and elegant, this shawl will be a breeze to knit and a pleasure to wear!

Sometimes, simple is best! This sweater is meant to become the staple in your wardrobe and possibly your entire family. It is a simple top-down raglan sweater, knit in the round on 4 mm / US 6 circular needle using DK yarn.

Ease is a pretty and relaxed cardigan with beautiful lace motif all along the opening at the front. It is knit from the top-down

Featuring an easy textured pattern that fades into soothing stockinette, the Kimmy vest is a great wardrobe staple!

Radisson is knit from the top-down, in the round, starting with a generous turtleneck. The back neck is shaped with some short rows.

Both modern and romantic with its easy lace pattern and cute little bobbles, this shawl is knit in 2 pieces that are grafted together in the middle at the end.

The pattern for Kalinda includes instructions to knit a sleeveless top or a long sleeves sweater.

October 2020 update: 4 more sizes added!

Aperitif Hour is a boxy top worked from the top-down, in one piece and seamlessly. Starting with the back to the underarm which is knit flat, followed by the front, both pieces are then joined in the round to knit the body. Stitches are picked up at the end for the sleeves. The lace pattern will keep the knitting fun and creates a nice texture....

This design was just pure joy from beginning to end, starting with the yarn, Northbound Knitting MCN Worsted in this amazing colorway called “Velour”. The unusual ribbing of the funnel neck extends into a very current central lattice pattern flanked by two cables on either side.

This sweet version of the Cathedral Grove cardigan for the young ones will be perfect for little boys and girls alike! The cables were adjusted for the smaller sizes but the construction remains the same. Coziness (and cuteness!) guaranteed!!

With its texture and cables, this mini version of Lost and Found will fly off your needles in no time! It is knit from the top down, in the round and in one piece.

Tolmie (featured in Amirisu magazine) is a crowd pleaser! It is one of those sweaters that is easy to knit and easy to wear! For this mini version, choose between a straight or A-line body.

This mini version of Coffee Break will look great on boys and girls! And it is perfect to make use of left overs from other projects! It is knit from the top down, in the round and in one piece. Choose between a straight or A-line body.

The One is the one you’re looking for to get the quickest knitted garment ever! This modern chunky layering piece is sure to keep you warm and stylish!

Big Hug is a simple and super comfy, oversized sweater!

This design is available in English and French and is part of ‘Strong and Free’, a Canadian themed collection created in collaboration with Heidi Kirrmaier (HeidiKdesigns).

This design is available in English and French and is part of ‘Strong and Free’, a Canadian themed collection created in collaboration with Heidi Kirrmaeir (HeidiKdesigns).

This design is available in English and French and is part of ‘Strong and Free’, a Canadian themed collection created in collaboration with Heidi Kirrmaier (HeidiKdesigns).

This design is available in English and French and is part of ‘Strong and Free’, a Canadian themed collection created in collaboration with Heidi Kirrmaier (HeidiKdesigns).

This design is available in English and French and is part of ‘Strong and Free’, a Canadian themed collection created in collaboration with Heidi Kirrmaier (HeidiKdesigns).

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Phoebe is fun and whimsical and free! A great pattern to showcase those beautiful mini-skeins or to make use of all those precious leftovers from previous projects! I used two skeins in two different shades of gray and 6 gradient mini-skeins for this sample but the colour combinations are endless! This is a great meditative project, easy enough...

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Oh… this is perfect.. if I may say so myself! Choose a luxurious yarn to make the ideal gift. Or make up crazy stripes with all your leftovers! Knit one, two or all three items!

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