Crofter Loganberry Fair Isle Effect Hat

March 2, 2015 // 1 Comment

This post is about a very fun and easy hat I knit a few years ago but never got around to blogging about. In 2010, I knitted up a bit of chunky yarn to create my Faux Fair Isle Sock... Continue reading →

Quick-Sew Panel Quilt That’s Out of This World

February 26, 2015 // No Comments

I recently felt inspired to sew LB a little nap-sized quilt of his very own. He got into the habit of carrying his full single bed duvet around home and it just made more sense for him to have a... Continue reading →

Follow me on Instagram

February 23, 2015 // 2 Comments

I joined Instagram a couple years ago because I’m a visual person and wanted to share the beauty around me with others. The photos I share are probably 40% food, 40% knitting and crafts, 15% Cork City, and 5% style and... Continue reading →

Midnight in Paris Trench Scarf

February 23, 2015 // 3 Comments

Some projects feel like you just need to keep them, even though they are meant for gifts. One example of this is the Midnight in Paris Trench Scarf I knit for my sister-in-law in 2009. I love how this turned out... Continue reading →

Mash Ups in My Mind

February 20, 2015 // No Comments

Sometimes, I’m listening to a song and I am hit with the memory of another song tickling my synapses like wind through tree leaves. It might be a similar chord progression, base beat, or sound. I then momentarily wish to... Continue reading →

Snow Day Open-Faced Tuna Melt Sandwich

February 19, 2015 // No Comments

All this winter weather has me remembering a snow day when I was a kid and a sublime lunch. So, let’s get in the flashback machine and away we go… It was a snow day and I was a kid,... Continue reading →

The Knit of the Irish – Patterns for St. Patrick’s Day

February 17, 2015 // 1 Comment

No sooner are the heart-shaped scones devoured and the roses haven’t even started to wilt and I’m going to dive in and start talking about Saint Patrick’s Day. Yes, St. Patrick’s Day. No, not St. Paddy’s Day or Pat’s Day... Continue reading →

Product Review – iHome eKids Kiddesign Over The Ear Headphones

February 16, 2015 // No Comments

In late September, we took a five-week trip to five cities on two continents. One day alone included two flights totalling 19 hours of travel. We knew we needed to be proactive to keep LB entertained, so we bought him... Continue reading →

Back to Reality – Deactivating Your Facebook Account

February 14, 2015 // 1 Comment

If you’re like me, you have a lot on your plate at any given moment. Whether it is work, family, and blogging (like me) or work, sports, and world domination, setting boundaries is important. Recently, I found my boundaries were... Continue reading →

Loving Brunch – Hand-painted Plates, Blueberry Pancakes & Frittata

February 14, 2015 // No Comments

I love Valentine’s Day! I always have. Growing up, my mother always gave my father something red (usually a necktie or a sweater) and she would cover a shoebox with heart paper to receive school Valentine cards. I shared my love... Continue reading →

Dark Chocolate Painted Pretzel Twigs

February 12, 2015 // No Comments

Salty and sweet can be such a lovely flavour combination, so I thought I’d try to make my own chocolate-drizzled pretzels. And since they make such a fun gift, I am sharing the recipe here with step-by-step photos. You may... Continue reading →

A Love-filled Knitting Care Package

February 11, 2015 // 2 Comments

I received a fabulous care package in the mail this week from my friend Marseille (you remember her from my stitch marker, birthday care package, hand knit socks, and Fibre Space posts, right?) so this post is detailing its fabulous contents. Oh,... Continue reading →

Garter Stitch Kool-Aid Scarf

February 9, 2015 // 2 Comments

Today is my Mother’s birthday. So to celebrate, I’m sharing more about a scarf I knit her with yarn I dyed using Kool-Aid. My hope is that you have some cake and tea handy to enjoy while reading this. And... Continue reading →

Heart Knitting & Crochet Projects for Your Valentine

February 5, 2015 // 1 Comment

I was about four years old and I woke up to discover my bedroom had been wallpapered in pink paper with cream hearts. Hundreds of cream hearts. I screamed for my parents that something horrible had happened. They laughed. When I... Continue reading →

Send a Valentine to St. Louis Children’s Hospital

February 4, 2015 // No Comments

I’m a long-time fan of the artist Mary Englebreit who posted on her Facebook page yesterday the idea that her fans send cards to her without a name specified and she’ll deliver them to St. Louis Children’s Hospital so the... Continue reading →

Long Term Knitting Projects: The Carriage Return Cowl featuring Stripes & Patience

February 2, 2015 // 1 Comment

In February 2009, I cast on a scarf project. It was my first ever knitting project that wasn’t meant solely for practice. In the ten weeks prior to this particular cast on, I had practiced with a hideousy misshapen green... Continue reading →

Spicy Relish-Cheese Dip for Soft Pretzels or Chips

February 1, 2015 // No Comments

For the Super Bowl today, I am looking forward to cheering on the Seahawks, being entertained by the million-dollar commercials, and enjoying some homemade snacks. To me, watching a sporting event is best paired with stadium food. My childhood favourite?... Continue reading →

Super Bowl Dips That Make Everyone a Winner

January 29, 2015 // No Comments

This weekend marks the 39th Superbowl game. The groundhog may have been able to predict the weather, but no one can predict who will win the match on Sunday. To pay homage to the New England Patriots and to the Philadelphia Eagles, I thought it would be fitting for this column’s premiere to focus on Superbowl food! These recipes are easy to prepare and ideal for eating while you and your friends are watching the football game. There are two slightly spicy dishes and one dessert, for a sweet finish no matter who wins the game. The Jalapeño Poppers are green and white for the Eagles. The Cheese and Salsa Dip is served with red and blue tortilla chips for the Patriots. The Chocolate Icebox Pie is a delicious blend of flavors that cheers for both teams. All three dishes can be prepared partially in advance, with minimal work on game day. Continue reading →

Brussels Sprouts with Dill Butter

January 26, 2015 // No Comments

For Christmas dinner, my friend Sue made her usual Brussels sprouts and I remembered why it’s my favourite vegetable. So, I wanted to share a link to the recipe she uses and post a few photos I took on Christmas... Continue reading →

Previously Loved Finds: Catching Up

January 24, 2015 // No Comments

The past few months have been successful ones for thrift shopping in Cork. I realised I hadn’t posted a Previously Loved Finds update in too long so this is sort of a catch-all with photos. I can’t remember all the... Continue reading →