Woolly and Wonderful Hand-dyers in Ireland & Northern Ireland | EvinOK

Ultimate List of Wool Hand Dyed in Ireland and Northern Ireland

by Evin // April 26, 2024 // 20 Comments

With over 30 yarn dyers based in Ireland and Northern Ireland, we are fortunate to have so many options. There are so many talented and original yarn sources and hand-dyers in the world at the moment, but I’ve got to... Continue reading →

Circular wood knitting needles with sage green yarn in a bowl alongside a knit lace shawl on a wood table with a journal.

How to Choose a Gift for a Knitter

by Evin // November 7, 2023 // No Comments

I’ve posted many times with gift ideas, knitting care package inspiration, Knitmas gifts, knitter care package advice, examples of knitter gifts I’ve given, and creative thoughtfulness suggestions, so why not once more? This post, however, is more focused on choosing... Continue reading →

Toile fabric Lavender Sachets by Doug Caldwell

Handmade Lavender Sachets

by Evin // September 19, 2023 // No Comments

Winter is coming and I love tucking my summer apparel away with a scented lavender sachet. These are also lovely for putting with stored yarn. In addition to its lovely scent, Lavender wards off moths! If there were a knitting... 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 →

Collaborating on the Planetary Sisters Countdown Calendar

by Evin // October 15, 2020 // No Comments

One of the unexpected silver linings of a semi-lockdown existence this year has been collaborating with creators virtually. Sometimes, even when you’re local it offers the chance to focus with clarity on your own value. I think 2020 gave me a... Continue reading →

Interview with Python Charms

by Evin // July 21, 2020 // No Comments

Frankie Lodge launched Python Charms a year ago. As a friend from my knitting circle, I knew I’d love her creations given she puts such thought and care into each design. Then I saw her collections be revealed and I REALLY love... Continue reading →

Cotton project bag for knitting | EvinOK

Sewing a Project Bag from a Canvas Bread Basket

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

When I’m knitting at home, I don’t have a yarn bowl but wanted something that would hold my supplies and knitting without breaking when it’s inevitably knocked on the floor by my kids. That’s when I decided to adapt a... Continue reading →

Sewing a Wristlet for Knitting On-the-go

by Evin // August 1, 2019 // 1 Comment

I love the idea of knitting on the go with a purpose-built bag that is gentle on my wrist, so I started researching designs and features I prefer. I happened upon this helpful tutorial on Nadel & Gabel (I think... Continue reading →

What’s In My Travel Knitting Bag? How I Fly with Knitting Needles and Scissors

by Evin // July 2, 2019 // No Comments

As I’m preparing for a bit of traveling this summer, I wanted to share details of what’s in my travel knitting bag. It still has all the essentials of my main knitting kit, but is streamlined and TSA friendly. You... 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 →

2018 Yarn Calendars, Blind Dates, and Blind Bags for Crafters

by Evin // September 25, 2018 // 3 Comments

Kids love watching people open blind bags on YouTube and adults love watching HGTV home renovation reveals. It’s in our nature to enjoy a surprise that we know will be pleasant. Life is filled with the unpleasant kind far too... Continue reading →

An Caitín Beag Bee Stitch Marker Bracelet | EvinOK

Patterns & Stitch Markers that are the Bees’ Knees

by Evin // September 20, 2018 // No Comments

It’s no secret, I love bees. Like, really love them. As a child, there was a hive in my dresser and we lived in harmony until my parents heard about my roommates. It is also one of the few things... Continue reading →

Turtle buttons from Vibes & Scribes in Cork Ireland | EvinOK.com

For The Love of Buttons

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

Buttons are awesome and fun and cute and an affordable indulgence for a craft project, while also being small enough to store in even the most modest of craft cabinets (or drawers). Today’s post is about all the pretty buttons... Continue reading →

Rustic and Handmade Garden-themed Gifts – Knitmas 2017

by Evin // December 26, 2017 // No Comments

This year, the Knitmas gift I created had a decidedly rustic feel. The elf whose name I drew loves creating with her hands, from jewelry to gardening to knitting, so I wanted to give her things to help her achieve that.... Continue reading →

Taking Wish List Ideas to a Real Life Budget – Knitmas 2017

by Evin // December 21, 2017 // No Comments

In this post, I’m hoping to explain how to take wish list concepts and ideas to a budget-minded reality with some handcrafting and strategic shopping. Because sometimes our generous spirits do not always match our bank accounts, but with ingenuity... Continue reading →

Advent calendar from aVividYarnStudio on Etsy

Yarn Countdown Calendars for Knitters 2017

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

Gone are the days when a mass-produced chocolate Advent calendar can excite me leading up to Christmas and now I find there is a world of creative versions awaiting our discovery. You can buy or make one focused on beer, Lego, Kiehls... Continue reading →

Alice in Wonderland knitters care package and stitch markers | EvinOK

Alice in Wonderland Themed Care Package – Knitmas 2016

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

Today, I am sharing what I gave and what I received for Knitmas 2016. You can see my past year’s Knitmas roundup posts here. Last year, I drew the name of the elf who had me a previous year! So... 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 →

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 →

Knitmas 2015 gift from my upstream elf on EvinOK.com

What I Gave, What I Received – Knitmas 2015

by Evin // December 8, 2015 // 1 Comment

It’s time for my annual Knitmas post. This will be a run-down of what I made and gave as well as what was made for and given to me. Be prepared to see some beautiful things. What I Made... Continue reading →