Quick Pickled Fennel & Radishes

May 11, 2021 // No Comments

Quick Pickled Fennel & Radishes 1 fresh fennel, sliced thin 10 fresh radishes, sliced thin Salt 1 cup water 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1 cup white wine vinegar 1/2 cup rice vinegar 1 cup white granulated sugar 1 bunch fresh dill, stems... Continue reading →

Vegan Fig Upside Down Cake

May 6, 2021 // No Comments

I have an amazing vegan recipe to share today from Louise Palmer-Masterton, founder of Stem & Glory. My dad loved figs and that appreciation carries on with me. I cannot wait for the first harvest to fill up my apron and get... Continue reading →

Using a Patch to Mend a Fine-knit Top While Adding Personality

May 4, 2021 // No Comments

In 2006, I bought a lovely classic cream fine knit top to wear as a separate for work. It went with everything and was so soft. When I moved to Ireland from the Silicon Valley, it came with me. Fast... Continue reading →

Evin’s Vegan Cocoa Cake

April 27, 2021 // 2 Comments

In having enjoyed friendships with a few vegans over the years, I’ve learned that it is a very restricting way to dine. Even when restaurants and speciality grocers carry products, it is difficult to find delicious items such as rich... Continue reading →

Anzac Biscuit Recipe for Anzac Day

April 22, 2021 // No Comments

Anzac Day is a day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand. These biscuits are a tradition in both countries and any variation from the set ingredients is a sin. However, we are doing a gluten-free week here for a... Continue reading →

When a Little Floral Print Goes a Long Way: Altering a Dress to be a Top

April 20, 2021 // 1 Comment

Last year, I ordered a fun floral dress from H&M in anticipation of summer holidays we would never end up taking. But the dress got worn at home plenty of times and each time my husband laughed. Finally, he explained... Continue reading →

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

April 13, 2021 // 1 Comment

Nothing quite makes you feel better than a big cozy blanket wrapped around you and the scent of homemade chicken noodle soup wafting through from the kitchen. Since it is not always possible for mom to be in the kitchen just when we need her, this recipe will help make it easy to bring the home-cooking flavors to you. Continue reading →

Boosting a Deflated Mojo 

April 8, 2021 // No Comments

Guest Post By Sid Madge, Meee For all kinds of reasons, the last twelve months have been tough for many of us. The pandemic has been the source of many difficulties, but there have been plenty of old normal challenges... Continue reading →

Homemade Rainbow Play-dough

March 30, 2021 // No Comments

We wanted to try a new craft this weekend, so we decided to make homemade rainbow play-dough. The boys lobbied for slime making, but I couldn’t face it after slime stained my wedding quilt in 2019. This is also why... Continue reading →

How to Watch Marvel Movies and TV Shows in Order of When They Took Place in the MCU

March 23, 2021 // No Comments

This past year, I’ve had a bit more time at home than usual and have been catching up on movies I missed over the last nine years (since having kids). I want to watch them in order of when the... Continue reading →

How to make bike storage a design statement

March 18, 2021 // No Comments

Guest Post By Catherine Bedford, Dashel Helmets  Cyclists have a reputation for not being the most fashionable people in the world. Function is valued over appearance ─ and for good reason. Cycling is a technical sport and an energetic way... Continue reading →

Irish Cream Baked Cheesecake from Scratch

March 16, 2021 // No Comments

My grandmother taught me to bake the family cheesecake recipe when I was about 11 years old and within a decade I had adapted it to include Irish cream. I baked several for special occasions, for simple gatherings, for school... Continue reading →

Yarn Companies and Wool Hand-dyers in Ireland and Northern Ireland

March 15, 2021 // 9 Comments

There are so many talented and original yarn sources and hand-dyers in the world at the moment, but I’ve got to say we’re spoiled rotten here in Ireland. We are lucky to have the number of hand-dyers here we do and... Continue reading →

Getting Those Eyebrows Under Control

March 9, 2021 // No Comments

Guest Post By Lucy Zender, creator and founder of Tweezerfile There’s no question that eyebrows have become an obsession over recent years. Indeed, it seems beauty-conscious women cannot be seen out without the perfect brow.   With the various changes in... Continue reading →

Free Knitting Pattern: Taffy Twist Cowl

March 4, 2021 // 12 Comments

Living in Ireland with the weather changing by the minute year-round, it is always the season to celebrate and wear transitional pieces and layers. For me, my Taffy Twist Cowl is just such a piece since it stays in place, adds... Continue reading →

Interview with de Maquis

March 2, 2021 // No Comments

As a fan of de Maquis Designs, I was delighted when Jennica Vincent agreed to let me interview her for my blog and show some of the designs I love most from her shop. I bet you will fall for her... Continue reading →

Knitting Patterns from Designers in Ireland

February 23, 2021 // 1 Comment

About 180 years ago, my ancestors left Ireland in pursuit of the American dream. I wonder what they’d say to me now that I’ve moved back? It has been nearly 12 years since I started my new life in Ireland. I am... Continue reading →

Remembering My Father, An Extraordinary Gentleman, Computer Scientist, and Best Friend

February 20, 2021 // 1 Comment

This is a post I wasn’t sure I would ever be ready to write, but ultimately my father is too great a part of me and my life to not write this. I’ve shared some memories and reflections on my Instagram and Facebook pages (even... Continue reading →

The five things you should know about winter cycling

February 16, 2021 // No Comments

My husband and sons love going out for bike rides. They have learned a lot as they go, sometimes the hard way. So, when Catherine Ellis of Hill & Ellis offered to write a guest post for EvinOK about the... Continue reading →

Make Your Own Valentine Tic-Tac-Toe Game

February 13, 2021 // No Comments

My sons and I decided to create a little tic-tac-toe game using three pieces of paper we had handy. It was fun to create and a nice change from usual crafts we’ve been doing because it was so quick we... Continue reading →