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

by Evin // 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 →

Nothing Ever Happens on My Block Knit Hat

by Evin // January 22, 2015 // 2 Comments

Last year, I was inspired by the pattern Julie’s Highway Hat by Julie Thompson and some vehicle buttons given to me by a friend, so I set about adapting the concept to a hat with my own landscape applied. Though the hat... Continue reading →

Seahawks & Patriots Knitting for Super Bowl XLIX

by Evin // January 19, 2015 // No Comments

Sunday night, my husband and I stayed up late to watch the games to see who would be competing for this season’s Lombardi trophy. My husband grew up in Seattle and it is where he and I met and fell in love, so needless... Continue reading →

The Age of Brass and Steam

by Evin // January 12, 2015 // No Comments

As you may have already read, my Knitmas Elf knit and gave me a stunning kerchief/shawlette this year. She noticed I had queued The Age of Brass and Steam by Orange Flower Yarn but hadn’t had the chance to knit it so... Continue reading →

Sewing Koala Mittens (aka Paw Protectors)

by Evin // January 9, 2015 // 1 Comment

The adorable koalas of New South Wales, Australia have been in the news this week as efforts are underway to protect their singed paws as they hell from brushfire burns. Koalas are not the speediest creatures in the brush so escaping... Continue reading →

Doubling Up DK with a Mint Chocolate Hat

by Evin // January 8, 2015 // 2 Comments

Looking back at some of my most satisfying and long-lasting knitting projects happens often. Mostly because the ones that last are now being handed down to my son to keep him warm or cosy. Like today when we tucked him... Continue reading →

What’s in My Knit Kit?

by Evin // January 7, 2015 // 4 Comments

Back in 2010, I made a new knitter friend named Bonny and she gave me The Knit Kit which I adore. Especially as a new knitter, it was wonderful to have all the tools in a portable and hard-sided case. Since... Continue reading →

Starting the Year with Joy and a Long Ravelry Queue

by Evin // January 1, 2015 // 3 Comments

That’s it. The holidays are officially over. It’s hangovers and laundry catch-up today then back to routine. I know, so grim a perspective. Don’t worry, I’m all about bringing joy into daily routine which is why I felt inspired to... Continue reading →

Ingenue Pullover

by Evin // December 28, 2014 // No Comments

In 2009, I purchased my first [of several] knitting pattern books. I immediately set about determining which of the patterns I would knit first. And a short six years later, I’m just getting going on the project. The book seems to really... Continue reading →

Candy Cane Fudge Recipe

by Evin // December 26, 2014 // No Comments

If you’re thinking, “Why did I buy the big box of candy canes?”, I’m here to help you. You can crush them to make my Candy Cane Fudge Recipe. This is also a lovely gift if you’re going to a... Continue reading →

Tasty Treats for Holidays, Parties, or Binge Watching TV

by Evin // December 23, 2014 // No Comments

How is it already nearly Christmas Eve? I’m putting the last few touches on our holiday, our home, and our gifts. So with the real work done, I get to focus on the last-minute items like baking! Since my son... Continue reading →

Merry and Bright: Views of Christmas

by Evin // December 18, 2014 // No Comments

With Christmas glistening out of the corner of my eye and approaching with the speed of reindeer in flight, I wanted to share some of my favourite Christmas time photos that I’ve taken over the years. Christmas at Seattle Center.... Continue reading →

From Dollhouse to Firehouse: Thrift Find Reimagined

by Evin // December 10, 2014 // 2 Comments

About a year or two ago, while visiting an Enable Ireland thrift store here in Cork City, my son, LB, became enamoured of a Fisher-Price dollhouse. I paid €4, but similar houses are on eBay for £5–20. LB loved it... Continue reading →

Doors of County Cork

by Evin // December 5, 2014 // No Comments

There is so much brightness and a variety of hues on the doors of County Cork. Having been in love with color from an early age, I am loving the rich colors surrounding my new home. I couldn’t resist taking... Continue reading →

Handknit Hat, Socks, and Chocolate-dipped Pretzels – Knitmas 2014

by Evin // December 4, 2014 // 3 Comments

You read two days ago how I received the loveliest, most thoughtful Knitmas gift. But I had to wait until today to share what I created as Knitmas Elf. I drew the name of talented knitwear designer Carol Feller, whom I... Continue reading →

My Generous Elf – Knitmas 2014

by Evin // December 2, 2014 // No Comments

I’ve told you about Knitmas, haven’t I? Oh yes, I’ve written about 2011, 2011, 2012, 2013, so you’ll know what I’m talking about when I exclaim… My Knitmas Elf this year is awesome! Really. Need proof? Ok, let’s go to... Continue reading →

Eye-catching Cookbooks and Pattern Books

by Evin // December 2, 2014 // 2 Comments

This post is just a list of my favourite cookbooks and knitting pattern books, as well as those I am wishing for Santa to bring me this holiday season. No frills, no details, just links. Because these books are so... Continue reading →

Bake Knit Sew with Cork Billy

by Evin // November 28, 2014 // No Comments

It is always an honour with a well-known and established blogger takes notice, so I was thrilled with Cork Billy said he’d write a post about my book, Bake Knit Sew. As a blogger, Billy has inspired me with his... Continue reading →

Make Do and Mend: Upcycled Gradient Phoenix Crayons

by Evin // November 26, 2014 // No Comments

Remember a few months ago when I used the broken bits of crayon to make a new crayon (I even wrote a blog post)? Well, after that I thought that if I ever did it again, I would certainly separate the... Continue reading →

A Gluten-Free Review of Bake Knit Sew

by Evin // November 24, 2014 // No Comments

Today, I’m delighted that my friend over at Wyvernfriend Knits is sharing her thoughts as she flips through my book. Her gluten-free knitter perspective means you’ll get the straight scoop as if you’re looking the book for the first time.... Continue reading →