Finding My Feet… and Comfort

by Evin // July 26, 2022 // No Comments

After an injury in 2018, I learned the hard way that supporting my feet was important to my entire body’s health and well being. I went from being able to wear any shoes I wanted to needing to only wear... Continue reading →

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Chevron Rainbow Appliqué Kids Tee

by Evin // July 21, 2022 // 2 Comments

Into each day a little rainbow shall shine through the clouds to brighten things up. And if the weather doesn’t cooperate, I’ll sew something! This chevron rainbow appliqué kids tee project is being shared today because this weekend marks the... Continue reading →

Activities to Boost Your Child’s Learning Skills

by Evin // July 19, 2022 // No Comments

This week, I’m sharing a brilliant guest post by Alex Hasell, co-founder of Little Hands Learning, with activities to boost your child’s learning skills. How a child learns is more important that what they already know when they start school.... Continue reading →

Chilled Crab Salad on Fresh Greens

by Evin // July 12, 2022 // No Comments

This is a great dish to prep in the morning and store in the fridge if you’re having friends over for lunch or dinner. It’s easy to serve atop fresh greens at the right time and will be chilled to... Continue reading →

Books & Podcasts About Greek Mythology for Tweens & Adults

by Evin // July 5, 2022 // No Comments

Optimus is fascinated with mythology lately, so here are the books he has enjoyed and podcasts we are listening to. Several of these were recommended by a friend who teaches Classics at a university level, but Optimus is 10 so this list... Continue reading →

Favorite Purchases We’ve Made for Our Home, Garden, and Pond.

by Evin // June 28, 2022 // 2 Comments

As a child, our neighbour had a koi pond in their backyard and later I worked for a wonderful consultancy in DC which had a koi pond in their garden as well. I loved the peacefulness of sitting beside the pond. The... Continue reading →

Listen to Your Heart to Transform Your Business

by Evin // June 16, 2022 // No Comments

Kat Byles of True Business School has graciously penned a guest post for today. Bex Shindler, plant-based chef and founder of The Mindful Kitchen, was stuck from a fear of failing. Maddy Cooper, founder of sustainability marketing agency, Brilliant Noise was burnt out.... Continue reading →

Kindling Mutton Shoulder | Kindling Restaurant

Slow Roast Shoulder of Mutton with Carrot, Tomatoes, and Red Wine

by Evin // June 14, 2022 // No Comments

This Father’s Day why not try Kindling Restaurant’s slow roast mutton shoulder as a centre piece for your table. A classic combination of seasonal flavours from Chef Toby Geneen’s childhood, this dish is rich, comforting and perfect for a family... Continue reading →

White Chocolate Fudge with Dark Chocolate Crumb

by Evin // June 9, 2022 // No Comments

To celebrate Father’s Day, here’s a special recipe from Kindling Restaurant – their White chocolate fudge with dark chocolate crumb. Created by Chef Holly Taylor, this is Kindling’s signature petit-four, but it also makes an excellent Father’s Day treat. Sweet, creamy and soft... Continue reading →

Chilled Beetroot Canapés

by Evin // June 7, 2022 // No Comments

These Chilled Beetroot Canapés are a variation of Chilled Beetroot Soup, which honestly doubles as a smoothie. One food and so many possibilities. It is refreshing and packed with nutrients. But in this recipe, it somehow takes on an elevate and... Continue reading →

Introducing books and a love reading to your children

by Evin // June 2, 2022 // No Comments

Today, I’m honoured to be sharing a guest post by Isabell Fisher, co-founder of Little Hands Learning. She writes about the joy and practicalities of introducing books and a love reading to your children. I’ve admired their Instagram account for ages for the approachable and... Continue reading →

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Knits to Get in a Summer Mood

by Evin // May 3, 2022 // No Comments

I am seeing the occasional sunny day, even if it’s chilly, and wishing for a few more this summer. It also makes me want to knit with cheerful sorbet hues! So, here’s a list I compiled of Knits to Get... Continue reading →

Little knit ice cream cones sticking out of a bright pink real ice cream cone. © Sarah Schira

Quick Spring Knits Inspired by Nature

by Evin // April 26, 2022 // No Comments

With the days becoming longer on this side of the Equator, I am inspired to shake things up with some quick Spring knits. Who’s ready for some quick Spring knits with me? Garden Knits Woolly Cacti: One Pattern, Three Looks... Continue reading →

Triangle-shaped hand knit shawl against a stone wall. The bright blue, slate grey, and speckled rainbow striped on the shawl contrast boldly against the old weathered stone.

Trifecta Shawl

by Evin // April 25, 2022 // No Comments

My latest knitwear design is Trifecta Shawl, a classic yet fun triangle shawl that you make your own by following the clues. It was released at the start of January 2022 in conjunction with the #EndAIDSKALWinter22 with Gary Boston. Now I’m sharing... Continue reading →

Vintage & Second-hand Shopping in Cork City

by Evin // March 29, 2022 // 3 Comments

Leesiders love their style, fashion, and individuality, so it makes sense that we have many options for Second-hand Shopping in Cork City. Though most shops focus on clothing, a few carry books, accessories, curios, and household items as well. By last... Continue reading →

Schwinn Roadster Trike for Preschoolers rides by a little kid along a river

Top 9 Items I Own That I Recommend

by Evin // March 24, 2022 // No Comments

I am often asked for recommendations because with two kids and having lived in two continents, we’ve tried many products and weeded out what doesn’t last. Plus, we’ve shed all our things and reacquired a couple times with big moves,... Continue reading →

This Is Knit kit for pattern Hilja by Aleks Byrd

What I Want to Knit…

by Evin // March 22, 2022 // 6 Comments

Every year in March, I weed through my Ravelry queue and plan my next knitting projects while sharing the list with you here in a What I Want to Knit post. This is a tradition dating back to before this... Continue reading →

silvery metallic sign spelling out 'play' in plain capital letters

Finding the Magic in March…and beyond

by Evin // March 18, 2022 // No Comments

Guest post by Sid Madge, Meee Although there are lots of magic moments during winter it can feel like a re-awakening when we get to March. The days are getting longer again, and the weather is improving (hopefully); the start... Continue reading →

Saint Patrick’s Day Recipes, Irish Businesses, and Irish Life

by Evin // March 15, 2022 // No Comments

I have so many truly Irish recipes and other ones that are a bit more American-Irish, but if ever there was a time to link them all in one post it is now. So, I am sharing lists here of... Continue reading →

Cranberry-Orange Scones for Saint Patrick’s Day

by Evin // March 15, 2022 // 2 Comments

I love playing around with scone recipes and even though no result can hold a candle to what can be bought locally. But baking is one of the fun activities my sons and I enjoy, so sometimes scones are just... Continue reading →