A Few Tips for Relocating to a New Country with a Toddler

by Evin // January 31, 2023 // No Comments

I’m honoured to share this guest post by Ashley Verma, Bizzimumzi. Through the early 2000s, I lived and breathed New York City. I was a master at moving. I have moved through a hurricane, moved through the most outrageous break-ups,... Continue reading →

Knitting Socks with a Contrasting Heel and Yarn Combo Sets

by Evin // January 24, 2023 // 2 Comments

It is so fun and exciting to see how a self-striping or patterned sock yarn knits up in socks, but sometimes throwing in a bit of personal flair can add that certain touch to a project. That’s just what Contrasting... Continue reading →

Have Your Own American Phone Number Anywhere in the World

by Evin // January 17, 2023 // No Comments

When I moved to Ireland in 2008, it was meant to be a short-term stay. Over 14 years later, I’m still here. In that time, I’ve learned a great deal about how to live in one country while my history... Continue reading →

How To Choose The Perfect Gift

by Evin // January 10, 2023 // No Comments

Much like my father, I’m an easy person to give gifts to. I’m appreciative, see the thought and time behind any gift, and recognise that a gift isn’t just about the recipient but also about the giver in that moment.... Continue reading →

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 →

How to Make a Simple Pie Crust

by Evin // December 20, 2022 // No Comments

The comfort of a crisp pie crust and warm gooey filling has a comforting combination. I have previously shared my Snyder Family Pie Crust Recipe, but this post is about how to make a simple pie crust that works for... Continue reading →

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 →

Gift Ideas: Christmas 2022

by Evin // December 6, 2022 // No Comments

Each year, I share some of the brilliant things we’ve purchased that calendar year as well as things that will be under our Christmas tree. You can see those older posts under my Gift Ideas category. Today, I am sharing... Continue reading →

Pumpkin & Comfort Food Recipes for Autumn

by Evin // October 29, 2022 // No Comments

With Autumn enveloping us like a favorite woollen cardigan, it is time to cook with pumpkin, spice, and everything nice. Warm and cosy dishes at the table, crisp leaves falling from the golden trees, and a gentle chill in the... Continue reading →

A Cake for All Seasons: Caramelised Pear Upside Down Cake

by Evin // October 18, 2022 // No Comments

Today, I’m sharing a guest post by Holly Taylor, chef and co-founder of Kindling Restaurant in Brighton, with a cake for all seasons, her Caramelised Pear Upside Down Cake. You may fondly recall previous guest posts from the talented chefs of Kindling... Continue reading →

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 →

Falling in Love With Maths is Fun – Or At Least it Should Be

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

Today, I’m sharing a guest post by Jon Goga, math tutor and founder of BrainySpinach Math because Jon shares my family’s love of mathematics!   Not every child is born a Maths genius that can calculate crazy problems in their... Continue reading →

Stuck indoors on a rainy day – activities to coax your children away from the iPad

by Evin // August 16, 2022 // No Comments

Isabell Fisher, co-founder of Little Hands Learning, wrote today’s guest post listing ideas when you’re stuck indoors on a rainy day. She shares 10 activities to coax your children away from the iPad. It doesn’t matter how many fingers you cross,... Continue reading →

How to recognise truly sustainable ingredients (and not get fooled by greenwashing)

by Evin // August 9, 2022 // No Comments

Today, I’m sharing a guest post by Holly Taylor, chef and co-founder of Kindling Restaurant in Brighton, on how to recognise truly sustainable ingredients (and not get fooled by greenwashing). When you do your food shop, there are a variety... Continue reading →

Spiced Nuts in the Air Fryer

by Evin // August 2, 2022 // No Comments

Crunchy, savoury, sweet, and packed with protein? It’s spiced nuts, Union Square style. You know since 2014, I’ve been hooked on my variation of Union Square Spiced Nuts so I thought I’d update my last recipe post with how to... Continue reading →

Why Shoe Size Matters

by Evin // July 28, 2022 // No Comments

Today, I’m thrilled to share a guest post on Why Shoe Size Matters by Christophe Champs, PODO Clinic and Workshop Unless you have only bought one type, make and brand of shoe—which is super unlikely—you will know that the size... Continue reading →

Finding My Feet… and Comfort

by Evin // July 26, 2022 // No Comments

After an injury in 2018, I learned the hard way that supporting my feet was important to my entire body’s health and well being. I went from being able to wear any shoes I wanted to needing to only wear... Continue reading →

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 →

Activities to Boost Your Child’s Learning Skills

by Evin // July 19, 2022 // No Comments

This week, I’m sharing a brilliant guest post by Alex Hasell, co-founder of Little Hands Learning, with activities to boost your child’s learning skills. How a child learns is more important that what they already know when they start school.... Continue reading →

Chilled Crab Salad on Fresh Greens

by Evin // July 12, 2022 // No Comments

This is a great dish to prep in the morning and store in the fridge if you’re having friends over for lunch or dinner. It’s easy to serve atop fresh greens at the right time and will be chilled to... Continue reading →