Caucasian legs outstretched on a knit blanket beside an evergreen wreath with a casual strand of lights and a couple brown paper packages with natural accents. A book in the person's lap is titled 'Your Soul is a River'

More Creative Gift Wrapping Ideas

by Evin // December 22, 2022 // No Comments

It’s the season for gift wrapping and I am back with more ideas. You may recall my previous post with creative gift wrapping ideas, well it was popular so I’m sharing another installment. Here are a few ideas for creative... Continue reading →

Knitting journal with rubber stamps and hand knit socks. Photo by giulia bertelli

Learn to Knit

by Evin // December 13, 2022 // No Comments

Knitting is a method of creating fabric by interlocking loops of yarn or thread. To knit, you will need two knitting needles and some yarn. How to Knit To start, hold one needle in each hand. The needle in your... Continue reading →

Evin Bail O'Keeffe's books published by Anchor and Bee

Where to Buy or Review My Books

by Evin // October 4, 2022 // No Comments

Thank you to everyone who purchases my books and knitting patterns. Your support means so much to me as an independent publisher and knitwear designer. I have been thinking about my first book a bit more lately as I... Continue reading →

Rainbow Chevron Applique Kids Tee | EvinOK

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 →

Elara Shawl | Ultraviolet Knits | EvinOK

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 →

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 →

Figure in pink unitard wearing cheerful hand knit mustard yellow chunky cardigan with hands on hips

Ukrainian Authors, Etsy Shops, KALs & Knitwear Designers

by Evin // March 8, 2022 // No Comments

After posting about last week’s post about beautiful options from knit and crochet designers in Ukraine, I wanted to do a follow-up post to share more ways to support our fellow crafters in Ukraine as well as authors. I’ll also share... Continue reading →

Ukranian Flag in Yarn Skeins – Knitwear and Crochet Designers – EvinOK

Ukrainian Knitwear & Crochet Designers to Support

by Evin // March 1, 2022 // 1 Comment

With Ukraine under attack, there are so many ways we wish we could help and so many more that limit us. But one thing we as crafters are very good at is showing support of fellow creators and designers. I... Continue reading →

Knitting Love Actually is All Around by Sara J Bench

by Evin // February 8, 2022 // 2 Comments

I love hearts and valentines. They have special meaning for me, so when I saw my friend Marseille knit a beautiful cowl with hearts, I was quite enthusiastic about seeing it. And she was kind enough to tell me about... Continue reading →

Knit Your Love [redux] by Martina Behm, Knit by my friend Marseille

by Evin // February 1, 2022 // No Comments

My friend Marseille knit the Knit Your Love by Martina Behm (links to designer’s website) in a stunning warm red. She used Tempted Hand Painted Good Grrl. This yarn is now discontinued, but you can check YarnSub for a suitable alternative for... Continue reading →

Doll Sweaters Knit by Marseille | EvinOK

Little Dolls Get Cold Too – Knitted Doll Cardigans

by Evin // December 28, 2021 // No Comments

My friend Marseille knit these stunningly detailed doll cardigans and allowed me to photograph them to share with you. For her doll sweaters, she has used a variety of yarns, including Cherry Tree Hill Yarn Supersock Merino (random mill ends), Joslyn’s Fiber Farm... Continue reading →

Knitting Rhea Silvia by Sara Morris

by Evin // December 21, 2021 // No Comments

As you’ve seen over the last couple of months how much I admire the prolific crafting of my friend Marseille. I feel very lucky to have this forum to brag about her and share details and photos of her creations.... Continue reading →

Beautiful black baby dressed in little Santa Claus costume

Engage Your Audience by Being Authentic & Inclusive on your Social Media Platforms

by Evin // December 17, 2021 // No Comments

Today, I’m sharing a helpful and insightful guest post from Emeka Ikechi, Director, Vanity Studios. You may remember Emeka wrote a previous guest post for EvinOK earlier this year titled, How can you make sure you get wonderful pictures from professional photoshoot?. Both... Continue reading →

Handmade Felt Heart Christmas Tree Ornament | EvinOK

Handmade Felt Heart with Blanket Stitching

by Evin // December 14, 2021 // No Comments

I love a bit of sparkle for any holiday, especially at Christmas and Valentine’s Day, but I have two small children and that’s much like having curious cats because knocking things on the floor to see how they bounce is... Continue reading →

Three rainbow gradient bicycle wheels with spokes and text 'Trifecta Shawl MKAL' with the hashtag EndAIDSKALwinter22

The Trifecta Shawl MKAL #EndAIDSKALWinter22

by Evin // December 8, 2021 // 2 Comments

I’ll admit I’ve been intimidated by designing for KALs. But when there’s a chance to raise funds for and awareness of an important cause, that’ll get me to overcome that. So, I have my first Mystery Knit-along (MKAL) casting on the first... Continue reading →

Knitting Full Spectrum Hat by Andrea Rangel

by Evin // December 7, 2021 // No Comments

In my latest post bragging about my talented friend Marseille‘s beautiful crafting, I’m writing about her knitting Full Spectrum Hat by Andrea Rangel. This reversible hat is such fun and lovely colors. The Pattern & Process The hat pattern is... Continue reading →

Gridel by Hunter Hammersen knit by Marseille | EvinOK

Knitting Gridelin by Hunter Hammersen

by Evin // November 16, 2021 // 2 Comments

In early 2018 my friend Marseille knit Gridelin by Hunter Hammersen and I have been curious about the result ever since. Finally, I got to squish it and try it on and it is so lovely. Obviously, I then coaxed Marseille... Continue reading →

Hansel (Full Version) by Gudrun Johnston (knit by Marseille) | EvinOK

Knitting the Full-sized Hansel Shawl by Gudrun Johnston

by Evin // November 9, 2021 // No Comments

During EYF 2018, Marseille bought Rauma 2-ply Lamellgarn from Ysolda‘s shop to knit herself a Hansel Shawl by Gudrun Johnston. And after Marseille knit it, blocked it, and wove in the ends, she let me try it out & write about it. It is absolutely... Continue reading →