Get 10 gorgeous Espace Tricot circular yoke patterns together in one convenient e-book. Available in English and French.

Get 10 classic Espace Tricot shawl patterns together in one convenient e-book. Available in English and French.

This cowl, hat and mitten set were inspired by childhood memories of visiting the Montreal Exposition of 1967. Many of the pavilions on the site of the exposition used geometry as building blocks.

Get 10 classic Espace Tricot patterns featuring fun stripes, all together in one convenient e-book. Available in English and French.

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These cozy fingerless mitts are the perfect introduction to intarsia knitting. The simple colourblocking reminds us of a sky over mountains at sunset…

The colourwork band in this design reminds us of olives, so we named this for one of our faves (it’s also such a pretty word.) Worked in our Bonny DK, this cropped sweater is perfect for shoulder seasons. Throw it on over a summer dress to extend its life into fall and spring!

Wrap yourself in the colours that make you happiest. No need to explain or overthink - just pick the first three that jump out to you. The Glee Shawl is a simple pleasure to knit: the luxurious blend of alpaca, merino, and silk elevates this combination of stripes, garter, and a modular asymmetric construction.

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The WARM-UP SWEATER is your new favourite sweatshirt: the ideal companion for a scenic hike, post-workout warmup, or just a lazy day inside on the sofa. A relaxed silhouette and gently-fitted sleeves lend practicality and comfort to the classic raglan shaping. Whip it up in your favourite colour of Drops AIR – or get creative holding a mohair w...

Worked from the top down, this stranded colourwork sweater is designed to be worn oversized and cropped. Try it with high-waisted pants or skirts, or over a dress.

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These fun quick-knit mittens are a great way to use up that leftover colourful yarn – or handspun – as you only need about 10 yds for your contrast colour. We chose Noro Kureyon for our sample, and we paired it with Homestead by Plymouth, a new favourite on our shelves.

The GINGERBREAD SWEATER is a basic raglan pullover which is knit in the round from the top down and features twisted rib at the neck, cuffs, and hem. It has a boxy, ultra-cropped silhouette - a shape that is easy to wear over dresses and tunics or with high-waisted skirts and pants. Consider it the little sister to our Bright Side sweater – the...

This pattern is published in 52 Weeks of Shawls by Laine Publishing.

Our MOUTON NOIR (Black Sheep) hat might just be the easiest, coziest winter accessory you will ever knit. Made with just one skein of gorgeous hand-dyed BOUCLE yarn from Julie Asselin, it’s worked straight up in stockinette in-the-round from cast-on to the beginning of crown decreases. When the knitting is finished, the brim is created by foldi...

LA BISE is a slightly asymmetric triangle shawl with an understated textural border. Relaxing stockinette and broken rib combine with a wearable and quirky shape to create a beautiful accessory that is easy and enjoyable to knit and wear. The Espace Tricot Sunday Morning 4 ply yarn is the star of the show in this project with the simple design ...

The Night Blooms Sweater incorporates the same chart motif used for our Night Blooms Hat into a simple top-down pullover design. The use of two high-contrast colourways lends a dramatic, graphic quality to an otherwise minimalist garment. Although the line of the sweater falls straight from the underarms, generous ease through the body gives th...

The Bolton Pass Hat with its twisted rib and triangle motif is a nod to the majestic pass that cuts through the valley of the Sutton Mountains in the Eastern Townships region of Quebec.

The Bolton Pass Shawl with its twisted rib and triangle motif is a nod to the majestic pass that cuts through the valley of the Sutton Mountains in the Eastern Townships region of Quebec.

The Sweet Life is a top down heart shaped shawl where 6 sts are increased every 2 rows. Knit with a combination of textures, the juxtaposition of single stranded garter, stockinette stranded with mohair, and the bobble bind off makes for a lovely, eye-catching piece!

Our Sunday Morning DK yarn is a deliciously rustic yet soft blend of Bluefaced Leicester and Masham fibres spun and dyed in England. The unique blend of naturally brown and off-white fibres creates a heathered effect which brings depth and dimension.

Our Sunday Morning DK yarn is a deliciously rustic yet soft blend of Bluefaced Leicester and Masham fibres spun and dyed in England. The unique blend of naturally brown and off-white fibres creates a heathered effect which brings depth and dimension.

The HAPPY HIPSTER is an easy to knit beanie that can be worn indoors for a casual, relaxed look or outdoors to take the edge off a cool day in hipster style. Knit with one of our favourite fingering weight yarns from Scrumptiouspurl, choosing from the colourful self-striping and solid options was the hardest part of making this hat. Who says so...

Cité d’Or is a take on our Subtle Interruption Shawl and can be knit either as a light and fluffy shawl or an elegant cape/poncho. Knit holding a light fingering weight yarn together with a laceweight mohair blend yarn, Cité d’Or takes the shape of an isosceles trapezoid where stitches are increased every right side row and the stockinette fabr...

BRIGHT SIDE is a basic raglan pullover which is knit in the round from the top down and features twisted rib at the neck, cuffs, and hem. It has a boxy, slightly cropped silhouette - a shape that is easy to wear over dresses and tunics or with high-waisted skirts and pants. We opted for an ultra-bright pink but this is a wardrobe staple that wi...

The BONJOUR / HI HAT is a super simple and very wearable pattern that knits up quickly with mohair / silk laceweight yarn held double. Light and airy, it’s the perfect hat for transitioning from fall into winter and, because it practically knits itself, you may just want to make a wardrobe of these!

NIGHT BLOOMS is a wonderfully wooly hat combining Magpie Fibers Nest Worsted and Biches et Bûches Le Gros Silk & Mohair in a simple but dramatic colourwork motif. The different textures of the yarns make for an unexpected pairing and the fabric created is reminiscent of the flocked velvet wallpapers of yesteryear.

Everyone needs the perfect wear-with-anything sweater in their wardrobe, right? The Classic is a variation on our Paloma design which incorporates additional short rows to raise the back neck, omits the ribbing down the outside of the sleeves, and features a slightly longer body and split hem. Like Paloma, this is a straightforward raglan-style...

Calliope is a raglan-style sweater knit in the round from the top down featuring expanding rib at the neckline, simple rib at the hem, and long, dramatic sleeve cuffs. The wide, circular neckline evokes a vintage sensibility and combines with the modern, boxy silhouette to create an updated classic that will easily fit into any wardrobe!

Members of the Espace Tricot team have put together this collection to raise money for organizations doing crucial work in our communities. 100% of proceeds raised from the Crossroads Collection (individual patterns and e-book) will be split between La Ligue des Noirs du Québec (The Black Coalition of Quebec) and the Native Women’s Shelter of ...

Fleur is a cheerful confection of a shawl that combines simple garter stitch and whimsical bobbles in a sweet, easy to wear accessory. Meditative knit stitch is interrupted by just four rows of bobbly texture to achieve a shawl that delivers high impact flare with minimal effort.

Unearthed is an airy lace weight shawl that can serve both as a light cover-up on a cool summer evening or a cozy scarf on a chilly fall day! A blend of stockinette and dropped stitches, this inverted isosceles trapezoid shaped shawl is knit with La Bien Aimée Helix, an exquisite blend of Falkland Merino and Gotland wool that has a wonderfully

Spring Thing is a simple asymmetrical shawlette that will add a pop of colour to your wardrobe and a spring in your step! Knit with La Bien Aimée Merino Singles in our custom colourway, You had me at Tricot, you’ll be smiling with every stitch. La Bien Aimée’s Yellow Brick Road held double creates a lovely border accent and the whimsical mini t...

Paloma (meaning: dove; peaceful) is a simple and lovely design which incorporates features of both our Turtle Dove sweater and Comfort Zone poncho patterns.

The Comfort Zone is exactly what the name implies - a soft and warm halo of happiness that is a joy to knit but an even greater pleasure to wear! Knit in the round from the top down featuring twisted rib at neck, sides, and hem, this is a quick and satisfying project that will keep you toasty all winter long. The split hem, slightly longer in b...

Twistmas is a fun and easy hat pattern featuring twisted rib throughout. The simple stitch pattern creates interesting texture while allowing your beautiful hand-dyed yarns to take center stage. It’s knit with two strands of fingering weight yarn and one strand of a laceweight mohair blend - all held together. Instructions for two versions of t...

Knit double stranded with Biches & Bûches Le Petit Lambswool, the Subtle Interruption Hat has a double layered brim that will keep your ears nice and toasty on a cold winter’s day! We chose to use two different shades of Le Petit Lambswool to create a natural tweed-like texture that compliments rather than matches our Subtle Interruption Sh...

This pattern is our take on a classic wardrobe staple that can be draped over the shoulders and worn as a lightweight shawl, or wrapped around the neck for a cozy winter scarf! Knit with Biches & Bûches Petit Lambswool, the fabric of this shawl is smooth, light and airy which creates a layer of warmth without the bulk.

Turtle Dove II is nearly identical to the original Turtle Dove sweater except that it is knit at a tighter gauge. It is a loose, raglan-style sweater with a turtleneck and a modern silhouette. Knit from the top-down with optional short-rows to raise the back of the neck slightly, the entire sweater is knit in the round so there is no seaming at...

On the Rails is an enveloping wrap that is the perfect accessory to take the edge off a cool summer breeze!  The original pattern is knit with a DK linen-silk blend, however with a 24 st gauge, we can also imagine it in your favorite “wintery” fingering weight yarn!  

This soft and squishy baby blanket was inspired by Artfil’s Seashell colourway and brings to mind seaside strolls along the the boardwalk with your little one. The ribbed border is maintained along the selvedge edges while the body of the blanket features a pretty slip-stitch texture detail.

High Season is a fresh and modern tote which is as at home running errands as it is at the beach or out to dinner. The colour-blocking, turned cuff, simple leather handle, and crisp cotton yarn make it a stylish everyday companion for toting all your essentials. The bag is knit from the bottom up in the round and finished with a removable (no-s...

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Over Easy is a stylish and modern boxy sweater perfect for layering over t-shirts, tunics, and dresses. The relaxed shape, generous proportions, and soft merino/mohair blend yarn make it an easy and comfortable garment for everyday wear. The sweater is knit from the bottom up and is intended to be worn with significant ease through the body. We...

Cedar Point is a comfortable yet elegant yoked sweater featuring a funnel neck, simple colourwork, bracelet length sleeves, and generous dimensions through the body. Rauma Finullgarn and Shibui Silk Cloud combine to create a lightly structured fabric with a luxurious halo and the overall result is a deliciously warm sweater with a modern silhou...

En Voyage is inspired by a never ending quest to find the perfect travel wrap. Knit with Kelbourne Woolens SCOUT, the ribbed border and simple stockinette body create a cozy and enveloping fabric which is complimented by sophisticated texture in the form of a Staghorn cable running along one edge. Throw this lush accessory into your carry-on to...

This wrap, knit with Rauma Lamullgarn and Lichen and Lace Marsh Mohair held together, will keep you warm and toasty throughout the cold winter months!

This extra long scarf, knit with Harrisville Designs Nightshades, can be wrapped around multiple times to keep you warm and toasty throughout the cold winter months!

Part of the CHALET COLLECTION, the Bromont Mittens pair perfectly with the Tremblant Toque to create a matched set.

Part of the CHALET COLLECTION, the Sutton Slippers feature simple but striking geometric patterns and are beautifully finished with a leather slipper sole.

Part of the CHALET COLLECTION, the Stoneham Poncho is worked from the top down using traditional yoke shaping, in simple but bold geometric patterns.

Part of the CHALET COLLECTION, Le Massif Scarf is worked in the round, featuring simple but striking geometric patterns. It is bold, stylish, and deliciously warm.

Part of the CHALET COLLECTION, the Tremblant Toque is a gorgeously simple 3-colour hat with just the tiniest hint of slouch.

Can be worn as a slouchy beanie for an urban vibe or with the brim rolled up for a more traditional look.

This is a classic woman’s hat inspired by the holiday displays at fine department stores. Is there anything more tempting than butter-soft cashmere in timeless neutrals with elegant cables? This is the hat to knit for the well-dressed woman on your list - or for yourself, of course.

Turtle Dove is a loose, raglan-style sweater with a turtleneck and a modern silhouette. It’s knit from the top-down with optional short-rows to raise the back of the neck slightly. The entire sweater is knit in the round so there is no seaming at all! There are two options for finishing the body - a simple rolled hem or a twisted rib split-hem....

This is a very relaxed little shawl reminiscent of a fisherman’s net. The edges are slightly raw, and the star mesh rib creates a visually striking and airy pattern. The added tassels ground the lovely open work texture.

The Virevolte is a lightweight summery shawl that adds a touch of elegance to any outfit! Knit with one skein of our Espace Tricot Stella, the BFL - Silk combination creates a beautiful fabric with lovely sheen and drape. The addition of the fringe and the mirrored eyelet pattern grounds this ephemeral piece!

This simple summer knit works up quickly with lace-weight linen held double. A flattering A-line shape and minimal finishing make this easy to knit and easy to wear. This is an update on the Ombre Tank we published in 2013.

Gateway to Rustic is a great introduction to colour work, thanks to the simple, repetitive pattern - no counting or charts required.

This shawl is a parallelogram and increases and decreases are used to obtain the sloped points at either end. It can be easily modified by doing more increases in section 1 and knitting the body longer. Note, however, that this will affect the required yardage.

The Cooler Side of Warm is a cozy cowl knit from the bottom up. It begins with 1x1 ribbing knit flat and then is joined to be worked in the round. As a result, it has a split-hem on one side that allows it to sit comfortably on the shoulder and lie flat against the back and chest. It is finished with 1x1 rib on a smaller needle to prevent gapin...

A simple and luxurious hat to match the popular Getting Warmer Cowl, this hat is warm, soft and knits up quickly.

The simplest of welt patterns makes a stylish and warm cowl. It’s so easy, the entire pattern fits on just a few lines, but the result is a cold-weather classic.

Fast Track is a striking scarf that, as its name suggests, works up gratifyingly quickly with superbulky Madelinetosh ASAP on large needles. The “racing” stripe along one side adds some edge to the elegantly simple design.

As the cold weather winds its way towards us, this thick and squishy throw in Cascade Mondo is just the right partner to cozy up to!

FLYING SOLO is a chic and minimalist unisex ribbed cowl knit with three colours of Artfil Solo.Two strands are held together throughout the project with one strand being changed at a time to create a series of ombre stripes. The cowl is knit from the bottom up with the front and back flap knit separately and then joined to knit in the round.

PULL THE WOOL OVER is a super simple hat with just the right amount of slouch. It’s knit with a speckled Hedgehog Fibres Merino Aran held together with a strand of Shibui Silk Cloud. The colourful yarn is fun and modern while the mohair/silk blend lends a touch of luxury and that essential fuzzy halo we love so much. The hat is topped off with ...

Kigali Nights is a beautiful, vibrant wrap knit during a recent trip to Rwanda. The shawl is a parallelogram with one end sloping more than the other. It begins with stockinette and short rows, which creates a gentle slope. Half-way through the pattern switches to reverse stockinette with short row shaping at the end creating a steeper slope.

Wrapped in Lino is similar to our Kigali Nights Shawl but is much wider and larger, and the whole piece is knit in stockinette. It remains a parallelogram with both ends knit using short rows to create sloped lines. The pattern is easily modified by casting on more or less stitches and changing the length of the stockinette section. This, howev...

Fair & Square is a happy little baby blanket knit in the round from the center out. The fun stripes provide an opportunity to play with colour and the transitional knit/purl row between each stripe lends lovely texture and dimension. Knit with Rowan Baby Merino Silk DK, a machine washable blend of merino wool and silk, this blanket is squis...

A simple and handsome pair of mittens in a quick-knitting aran weight yarn. Mitts are knit in the round in one piece. Stitches for thumb are placed on hold and the thumb is knit after the mitten is finished.

This is a larger version of our Summer Fling Bag. It is the perfect bag for strolling around town, going to market, or a day at the beach! The bottom is knit flat and then stitches are picked up for knitting the main body in the round. Straps are then knit flat one at a time and are joined using Kitchener stitch. If you wish to knit a cross-bod...

Inspired by the Norwegian Fir cardigan pattern by OGE Knitwear Designs, we’ve developed a sweet coordinating baby bonnet featuring an all-over lace pattern framed with a border of easy garter stitch, ribbing in the back for a snug fit, and a soft iCord tie. Petits Pins Bonnet was designed with Artfil Mericana DK, a soft 4-ply pure merino wool t...

This is a slight modification of our Léger sweater. It’s knit with a lighter weight yarn and features a smaller neckline and narrower sleeves than the original. We used Juniper Moon Zooey for this version and love the rustic look and feel of the fabric created by the gorgeous cotton and linen blend. Cool and airy, Léger Redux makes a great tran...

A simple and cozy blanket featuring large and small cables interspersed with squishy garter stitch and framed with a border of easy ribbing and garter stitch ridges. We designed Au Chalet with Rowan Pure Wool Worsted – a 100% wool superwash yarn – for easy care and maintenance. Snuggle up with this beauty as the days get colder and shorter and ...

A modern and luxurious cowl to go with our “On the C Train” hat. Knit with a blend of exquisitely soft yarns, you’ll want to live in this. The ribbed structure makes the cowl quite versatile - loop it once or twice around your neck or wear it as a shoulder warmer. An easy stylish project that is sure to become a staple in your winter accessory ...

A luxurious ribbed hat knit with Woolfolk Far and Shibui Silk Cloud held together. It was cast on while riding the C Train from Brooklyn into New York on a recent trip we took to the Big Apple. :-) Stylish, chic, and warm!

Mayu is an easy to wear pullover that is perhaps best described as a stylish poncho with sleeves. The tweediness of the Fine Donegal and the soft halo of the Silk Cloud combine to create a beautiful fabric that is both slightly rustic and decidedly sophisticated. Cozy and chic!

So, calling this a pattern may be stretching things a little but we received so many requests for specifics after Lisa blogged about knitting it for her home that we had to share this very simple recipe. A modern colour-block throw works in just about any space, and soft and squishy garter stitch always brings warmth and comfort. Lisa decided o...

A fun and cozy cowl knit in the round from the top down. Warm and snug around the neck with increasing circumference towards the bottom for ample coverage around the chest and shoulders. The dark and light stripes create a modern, graphic look while the bold pops of colour at both ends keep it lighthearted. Functional and chic!

A lovely, cozy shrug that can also be worn as a scarf. A simple rectangle, with buttonholes on one side. When the knitting is finished, simply fold it in half lengthwise, sew on your buttons et voila! Le Mont Royal is knit with Rowan’s Brushed Fleece, a super soft blend of extra fine merino wool and baby alpaca, making it warm but very lightwei...

A simple but effective scarf / wrap in the form of a sail: it begins at the narrowest point and widens by increasing 2 stitches every 6 rows. Each stripe is 6 rows. On the 3rd row of each stripe, there is an increase at each end of the row. Yarn is carried up throughout the scarf and the unknit colour is twisted every 2 rows. Chic and versatile!

We modified our Chevron Colour-Block Blanket to create this simple and modern baby blanket using Blue Sky Alpacas Worsted Cotton. This cheerful two-row pattern is easy to customize in terms of size with the addition of 24-stitch repeats. Use our suggested girl / boy colour palettes or be creative!

A racerback tee knit with Wrapped Silk (N-84) from Habu Textiles! Designed to layer over a tank top or t-shirt, Villeneuve is a chic addition to any summer wardrobe. This garment is meant to fit loosely at chest with minimum ease. Please select size accordingly. Body of garment is worked in the round from the bottom up then back and front are w...

Le Petit Parisien is a light, stylish accessory with gorgeous texture and Parisian flair! It’s knit from the bottom up with a one stitch garter border and an increase at each end of every right side row. On the last row an increase is done every 3 stitches in order to gain more width at the top edge.

The perfect little summer bag for strolling around town, light shopping, or meeting friends for a cocktail on a terrace! The bottom is knit flat and then stitches are picked up for knitting the main body in the round. Handles are then knit flat one at a time and are joined using Kitchener stitch. Knit with 100% linen yarn this bag is both prett...

Happy and colourful, this wonderfully simple baby blanket perfectly matches the joy of welcoming a new arrival into the world. Knit with Koigu KPPPM (100% merino), the We ‘Heart’ Koigu Baby Blanket is an easy garter stitch project - the first stitch of every row is slipped purlwise with the yarn in front to allow for easy picking up of stitches...

Soft and cozy beyond measure! Knit with Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light (100% merino) and Filatura di Crosa Superior (70% Cashmere / 30% Silk), our Split Personality scarf is worked as a simple tube from end to end beginning and ending with 2×2 ribbing. The combination of Tosh Light and Superior and the use of larger needles makes this incredibl...

Our Hill & Dale Cowl integrates double-moss stitch and simple 2×2 ribbing in a gorgeous infinity cowl that looks equally handsome worn as a single loop or doubled for extra-warmth. Felicia Lo’s trademark hand-dyed colourways and the heavy 4-ply worsted yarn combine to make this a warm, stylish, high-impact knit that won’t shed on your favou...

Designed by Mona Schmidt for Espace Tricot

A great summer tote knit with Hemp for Knitting’s allHemp6LUX (100% Hemp) and finished with a pair of rolled leather handles from Greyson E. As the name implies, this is a super easy project that knits up in no time. It’s worked as a long rectangle with angled corners, folded in half and seamed to finish. Classic in style, the combination of br...

While not a unique design concept, this lengthwise scarf/wrap which is knit in-the-round and then “steeked”, uses two luxury yarns we couldn’t resist pairing. Inspired by the wonderfully soft Handmaiden Fine Yarn Maiden Hair we looked for the perfect yarn to combine it with and found it in Red Label Cash Silk Single from Tanis Fiber Arts. Knitt...

Designed by Lisa Di Fruscia & Melissa Clulow for Espace Tricot

A gorgeous, high-impact Missoni-inspired scarf knit up in worsted weight yarn – guaranteed to lift your spirits through the grey days of winter!

Inspired by the Norwegian Fir cardigan pattern by OGE Knitwear Designs, we’ve developed a sweet coordinating baby blanket featuring an all-over lace pattern framed with a border of easy garter stitch. Petits Pins was designed with Artfil ARAN, a heavenly soft 4-ply pure merino wool that is machine washable for worry-free care.

Chevron Cloud combines wonderfully luxurious yarns and graphic texture in a light, versatile wrap that will make a beautiful addition to any wardrobe. Equally at home over a fancy dress or paired with jeans and a tee, this soft, modern rectangular wrap is an easy accessory choice for any occasion. The silk and mohair of Handmaiden’s Maiden Hair...

Originally released in 2013, this pattern has become an Espace Tricot staple, with many samples being knit over the years. Any fingering weight yarn will do, and this time we selected stunning Leizu Simple Fingering from Julie Asselin.