Surviving a Long-Haul Flight with Happy Kids | EvinOK

Keeping My Little Kids Happy on Long-haul Flights

by Evin // June 27, 2019 // 2 Comments

Years ago, when my first-born LB was very little, I was anticipating a solo trip with LB (he was 20 months old at the time) and concerned about keeping him happy and calm. Up until then, he had been on five... Continue reading →

Quilted Bag by House of Nanoo of West Cork, Ireland | EvinOK

My Quilted Bag from House of Nanoo

by Evin // June 20, 2019 // No Comments

I recently went to West Cork Yarn Festival and fell for the beautiful quilted bags made by Caroline of House of Nanoo. There wasn’t one bag that just spoke to me, but I saw two fabrics that made me so... Continue reading →

I Loved West Cork Yarn Festival

by Evin // June 18, 2019 // No Comments

Last month, I drove out to Durrus in West Cork to visit the one-day and very special West Cork Yarn Festival. Nestled near the coastline of scenic West Cork in a community centre, the festival had a very intimate feeling... Continue reading →

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How I Arrange a Flatlay

by Evin // June 13, 2019 // No Comments

A lot goes into the projects I make, but also how I photograph them. I’ve written about this before here and here, but today I’ll focus on flatlay arrangements. I think flatlays are less popular now than a year or... Continue reading →

Easy Cut-off Shorts from Old Chinos

by Evin // June 6, 2019 // No Comments

I have this favourite pair of Banana Republic chinos. I’ve had them for ages (over 13 years). But I just had not been wearing them lately. There was a tiny hole at the knee and they always looked a bit... Continue reading →

What’s On My Knitting Needles?

by Evin // May 23, 2019 // No Comments

I’ve been focused on my upcoming book project, but for a break from that I’m working on a classic triangle shawl as a gift for my mother-in-law. I started it last summer, and she’s patient so she knows it may... Continue reading →

decoupaged file cabinet with Avengers wrapping paper | EvinOK

Beige File Cabinet Gets a Découpage Makeover

by Evin // May 21, 2019 // No Comments

Please tell me I’m not the only one who feels inspired to découpage an ugly file cabinet over their lunch break. Well, my boss at the time was out of town and I decided it was time to liven up... Continue reading →

The Big Knit Morning at Electric for World Wide Knit In Public Day

by Evin // May 14, 2019 // No Comments

To celebrate World Wide Knits in Public Day 2019, Please join EvinOK & Brunch Cork at Electric in Cork city for a morning of knitting with a focus on creating mini hats for The Big Knit. We previously wrote about this a... Continue reading →

Lengthening a Polka Dot Dress

by Evin // April 30, 2019 // No Comments

I really fell hard for this dress from Gap, but felt like the length was just a smudge too short for my taste. But there was no way I could match the fabric, so I started looking for something that... Continue reading →

Rhubarb Pancakes at Ali's Kitchen of Cork city | EvinOK

My Spring So Far… Lots of Pancakes

by Evin // April 9, 2019 // No Comments

I’ve been enjoying my blogging break so much but also thinking of all the things I’ve made and want to share them with you. Soon! Soon! So, nothing new with me. I’ve been sick since EYF19, so lots of antibiotics... Continue reading →

My March Highlights: Kate’s Wedding & EYF19

by Evin // March 26, 2019 // No Comments

This was a busy month and I’ve been under the weather so it feels like it has dragged and also flown by. To kick off the month, I saw one of my best friends wed the love of her life.... Continue reading →

The Inspiration Behind Sionnach Yarns’s Mystery Club

by Evin // March 19, 2019 // No Comments

I’m off to Edinburgh Yarn Festival this week, so my brain is all about packing and coordinating. So I was just brainstorming what to post this week and Sophie was kind enough to let me write about her new shop offering,... Continue reading →

Mistake-filled by perfectly imperfect Dr. Seuss Quilt for Story Time and Snuggles | EvinOK

Mistake-filled Perfectly Imperfect Dr. Seuss Quilt for Reading Time Snuggles

by Evin // February 26, 2019 // No Comments

I had a request to knit a blanket for story time. LB thought we needed a blanket for both boys to snuggle under when I read to them. Brilliant request, but I countered with an offer to sew something since... Continue reading →

Carrot cake with icing and little sugar carrot designs on top.

My Winter Highlights

by Evin // February 12, 2019 // No Comments

I’m slowing down a bit on my blog posts this Spring to focus on life offline, but want to keep you in the loop so here are some highlights. I’ve been busy testing recipes for Bake Knit Sew 2... Continue reading →

‘Go knits’ this winter with Breast Cancer Haven’s Big Tea Cosy 2019

by Evin // January 31, 2019 // No Comments

Following the success of Breast Cancer Haven’s Big Tea Cosy 2018, the national breast cancer charity is encouraging everyone to once again ‘get their knits out’ for 2019. Breast Cancer Haven is inviting everyone to embrace the cold weather, cosy... Continue reading →

A Budget-minded Woodland Nursery Theme

by Evin // January 22, 2019 // No Comments

I’m in the midst of redecorating my sons’ shared bedroom which has me thinking about the first incarnation of our former guest room being spruced up as we were about to become parents. So, naturally, I am writing a post... Continue reading →

Embracing the 80s with Upcycled Legwarmers

by Evin // January 15, 2019 // No Comments

For Halloween 2018, I made a kind of fun 80s Rainbow Brite inspired costume. I didn’t stay completely true to her original style and worked with what I already owned. Yep, I own these things. The leggings are LulaRoe. The... Continue reading →

Happy New Year

by Evin // January 1, 2019 // 2 Comments

Each day is a new beginning and a new start, but 2019 will be a fun one particularly for EvinOK.com since I’m shifting gears a little and changing two things about this blog: I’ll be sharing a broader perspective of... Continue reading →

Knitmas 2018 – Thoughtful Crafty Care Packages

by Evin // December 27, 2018 // No Comments

Every year since 2011, I participate in Knitmas, a thoughtful and fun gift exchange among a small group of knitters in Ireland (and those who’ve lived here and moved elsewhere). It is a chance to get to know each other... Continue reading →

Creating a Christmas Quilt with Vintage Vibes

by Evin // December 25, 2018 // No Comments

This is a brief post because the holiday season is go-go-go, but I wanted to share this stunning Christmas quilt that Marseille made last year. I’m loving the retro colors and cheerful vibe. Here are some photos of baby A... Continue reading →