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

Yarn Sources and Hand-dyers in Ireland and Northern Ireland

January 21, 2021 // 6 Comments
There are so many talented and original yarn sources and hand-dyers in the world at the moment, but I’ve got to say we’re spoiled rotten here in Ireland. We are lucky to have the number of hand-dyers here we do and... Continue reading →
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Collaborating on the Planetary Sisters Countdown Calendar

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 | EvinOK

Interview with Python Charms

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

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 Project Bag | EvinOK

Sewing a Wristlet for Knitting On-the-go

August 1, 2019 // No Comments
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 →
My Travel Knitting Kit | EvinOK

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

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

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

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

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

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 →
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Rustic and Handmade Garden-themed Gifts – Knitmas 2017

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

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

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

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 →
Knitter Care Package for Marseille | EvinOK.com

Crafty Knitter Care Package

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 →
How I Made Matryoshka Stitch Markers | EvinOK.com

Matryoshka Stitch Markers

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

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 →
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A Love-filled Knitting Care Package

February 11, 2015 // 2 Comments
I received a fabulous care package in the mail this week from my friend Marseille (you remember her from my stitch marker, birthday care package, hand knit socks, and Fibre Space posts, right?) so this post is detailing its fabulous contents. Oh, where... Continue reading →
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What’s in My Knit Kit?

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

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 →

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