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 →

Easy Peasy Homemade Mac n Cheese

by Evin // July 4, 2017 // 1 Comment

For so many, macaroni and cheese is a hands-down favorite comfort food. A specialty dish that was introduced to America by Thomas Jefferson, it was his cousin Mary Randolph who popularized it in her cookbook “The Virginia Housewife,” published in... Continue reading →

Bling, Sparkle & Shine on Instagram

by Evin // June 29, 2017 // No Comments

I just have to write a special post about how my friend Nohemee has the most beautiful Instagram account showcasing diamonds, gold, and gemstones. She curates inspiring bling, sparkle & shine on Instagram regularly and just reached 20,000 followers (click... 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 →

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 →

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 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 →

Watermelon Recipes for Father’s Day

by Evin // June 13, 2017 // No Comments

I am lucky, I have the best dad. We are very much alike and have a similar goofy sense of humour. I did not realise what a joy that must be for him to “share a brain” with me until... Continue reading →

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 →

Chopped Salad with Chicken & Wasabi Dressing

by Evin // May 23, 2017 // 8 Comments

When we lived in California, we dined at a great little restaurant called Tao Tao, serving Asian fusion cuisine. It was good, but the dish that had us returning with enthusiasm was Tao Tao’s chicken salad. We’re not the only ones. If you... Continue reading →

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 →

Easy Homemade Salsa at Home

by Evin // May 3, 2017 // No Comments

We make our own easy homemade salsa at home with my quick recipe which I use again and again. Here is the basic formula… Easy Homemade Salsa at Home 1 can chopped tomatoes (no herbs or flavours) 1 bunch of... 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 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 →

‘Bake Knit Sew’ Review by Geeky Girls Knit

by Evin // March 31, 2017 // No Comments

I had the joy of meeting Ceci and Dami from Geeky Girls Knit Podcast at Edinburgh Yarn Festival. Ceci and Dami’s book caught my eye as did their American accents and we got to talking. I had a spare copy of... Continue reading →

Edinburgh Yarn Festival 2017: Every Last Detail

by Evin // March 29, 2017 // 1 Comment

Just like last year, I am sharing a post about my Edinburgh Yarn Festival (EYF) 2017 experience. EYF is not just about the marketplace and yarn, but also the people/friends, classes, and the city itself. The nitty gritty of the weekend... Continue reading →

Chicken Marbella from The Silver Palate Cookbook

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

My friend Julianne is an amazing cook and mom. She is a nurturer, style maven, and true New Orleans woman who makes any recipe shine. One of my favourites in her rotation is Chicken Marbella, made using the classic recipe from... Continue reading →

Nice, Nice, Baby – Back from My Mothering Break

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

I’ve missed you all! I was taking a much-needed family break from blogging, but too many ideas to keep that going any longer. And did I mention how much I missed you? But the new baby has been keeping me... Continue reading →