Drachenfels shawl by Melanie Berg | EvinOK.com

Knitting Melanie Berg’s Drachenfels Shawl

by Evin // August 24, 2017 // No Comments

With 4,613 projects in three years, Melanie Berg’s Drachenfels shawl is a knitter’s favorite. Using three colors and coming in at under 1,000 yards for the entire project, this cushy garter and slipped stitch shawl blends graphic interest with practical comfort, without... Continue reading →

Sprucing Up a Play Kitchen…Again

by Evin // August 22, 2017 // No Comments

A few years ago, I unearthed my old play kitchen cabinet from the basement of my parents’ house. It had some damage to the wood base, but our friend patched it up and I spray painted it for a quick... Continue reading →

13th Annual Mariners Stitch n Pitch

by Evin // August 17, 2017 // No Comments

On July 20th, I joined the America’s Knitting contingent at the 13th annual Mariners Stitch n Pitch night to cheer on the Seattle Mariners. A plan formed when I was still in Ireland to meet up and when the event... Continue reading →

Color Inspiration: Red

by Evin // August 15, 2017 // No Comments

I have a summer cold, so we are slowing down our travels and adventures for a couple days and focusing on naps and soup. But that hasn’t stopped me from loving the vibrancy of colors. Or maybe that’s the cold... Continue reading →

Tips for Photographing Architecture

by Evin // August 8, 2017 // No Comments

With all the traveling I’ve been enjoying this summer (and in my lifetime), I’m sharing some of my go-to tips for photographing architecture and examples of each from my own portfolio. And, for me, travel is lifelong education for my... Continue reading →

Miller & June Free Knit Baby Blanket Pattern | EvinOK.com

My Miller & June Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern is Still Free After Seven Years

by Evin // August 3, 2017 // 3 Comments

It is seven years since the world was graced with the presence of a new little boy named Miller. He was the inspiration for a design I created that I now call the Miller & June Baby Blanket. The Miller & June’s... Continue reading →

Fish-themed Rustic Appliqué Baby Set

by Evin // August 1, 2017 // No Comments

When good friends have a baby it is a blessing and worthy of something special. To celebrate my friends’ son’s arrival in the world, I made Toby a fish-themed rustic appliqué baby set, including a Glub Glub Grub Bib, an Appliqued... Continue reading →

Handknit Baby Beanie from Erika Knight’s Simple Knits for Cherished Babies

by Evin // July 27, 2017 // 1 Comment

After knitting a few baby blankets (including my own designs, such as Stripey Cozy Baby Blanket or Miller & June Baby Blanket) and sewing a few baby gifts, I’ve come to appreciate the classic simplicity of a hand-knit baby beanie.... Continue reading →

Favorite Sewn Handbag Tutorials

by Evin // July 18, 2017 // No Comments

There are two things crafty women seem to collect – fibre and handbags. But let’s accept that there are never too many handbags in my closet. Except when I try to close the doors. Well, here are some of my favorite sewn... Continue reading →

Lengthening a Denim Dress

by Evin // July 6, 2017 // 2 Comments

When the spring 2017 line came out at Gap several months ago, I was delighted to find a simple denim popover dress. It was a great everyday dress since it was casual, comfortable, machine washable, and as denim it goes with... Continue reading →

Homemade Coffee Coconut Sugar Scrub

by Evin // June 27, 2017 // No Comments

There is nothing quite like the allure of a spa day. Peace, tranquility, nicely scented things on our skin, and pampering ourselves to feel rejuvenated and relaxed. As a mom of two, all those things are rare on a daily... Continue reading →

Nua Yarn from Carol Feller. Knitting and Yarn | EvinOK.com

What I’m Knitting and Yarn I’m Loving Lately

by Evin // June 22, 2017 // No Comments

The hardest part about working on a new book is that I cannot share photos and details on my current knitting projects. You may have noticed the lack of knitting in my Instagram feed lately and it saddens me to... Continue reading →

Usborne Farm Baby Crib Bumper refashioned into a quiet book | EvinOK.com

Baby Crib Bumper Sewn Into a Quiet Book

by Evin // June 20, 2017 // No Comments

For my first born, I was given a beautiful Usborne cot book with a farm theme. It was fun to tie to the crib/cot rail for entertainment, but my second born is more grabby than my first and it was coming... Continue reading →

Ruffled Shirt Refashion: Now with 100% More Ruffles | EvinOK.com

Ruffled Top Refashion: Now with 100% More Ruffles

by Evin // June 15, 2017 // No Comments

I am loving the gingham, stripes, eyelets, and ruffles in fashion right now. They are easily found in cotton and can be applied to many different styled garments for all shapes and sizes. Though, sometimes what the shops offer with... Continue reading →

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Crafty Knitter Care Package

by Evin // June 6, 2017 // No Comments

If you’re a regular reader here at EvinOK, you know I love sending care packages to my friends. I probably send about two to six per month. Most are baby gifts, admittedly, but some are carefully planned, like the one... Continue reading →

Summer 2017 Capsule Wardrobe

by Evin // June 1, 2017 // No Comments

I want to see if a capsule wardrobe is viable year-round. So, I chose my most comfortable items to live with as my summer 2017 capsule wardrobe. Of course, there are also a couple odds and ends included, like PJs,... Continue reading →

Matryoshka Stitch Markers

by Evin // May 30, 2017 // No Comments

Today, I am sharing how I bought simple silver charms on Etsy and turned them into one-of-a-kind stitch markers for a gift. The entire project cost 10 for a set of 10 stitch markers. I find streamlined yet detailed stitch... Continue reading →

Joan Suchting, Janette Wilson and Elspeth Wilson on the beach at Burleigh Heads, 1938 | State Library of Queensland | EvinOK.com

Kick Start Summer Crafts

by Evin // May 16, 2017 // No Comments

I have been really into sewing lately, in addition to my usual knitting. So, in the spirit of finer arts far and wide, here is a collection of creative textile projects to Kick Start Summer Crafts: Fashion Design & Sewing... Continue reading →

Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival

by Evin // April 19, 2017 // No Comments

Every May, there is a call felt for knitters, crocheters, spinners, and wool aficionados everywhere to visit Maryland. Like a beacon, they come from near and far to Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival. I grew up near there, so on a visit... Continue reading →

Sweet Dreams by Book Knits, knit with handspun | EvinOK.com

Sweet Dreams by Boo Knits in Handspun

by Evin // April 5, 2017 // 1 Comment

My friend Kaystir knit this stunning beaded grey Sweet Dreams by Boo Knits with her handspun yarn. Now, I’m wearing it as a bridesmaid in a castle wedding. Could just drop the mic now, couldn’t I? But instead, I will tell you... Continue reading →