I Want to Knit…

by Evin // March 10, 2016 // No Comments

It’s time for my annual I Want To Knit list…again! Here are the posts from previous years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015. Sandy Cove by Carol Feller Candygram by Tanis Lavallee Happy Out Mitts by Suzanne McEndoo One-Skein Shawl by Clara Parkes Puerperium Cardigan by Kelly van Niekerk Knitty Ridges by Aimee Pelletier Honeycomb Tea... Continue reading →

Carol Feller knitting designs, folded nicely

Fibre Feis 2015

by Evin // November 19, 2015 // No Comments

Writing about Carol Feller‘s Short Row Knits book inspired me to share a little about this year’s Fibre Feis and seeing some of her designs up close. But Fibre Feis is about more than just knitting and seeing what everyone has... Continue reading →

Starting the Year with Joy and a Long Ravelry Queue

by Evin // January 1, 2015 // 3 Comments

That’s it. The holidays are officially over. It’s hangovers and laundry catch-up today then back to routine. I know, so grim a perspective. Don’t worry, I’m all about bringing joy into daily routine which is why I felt inspired to... Continue reading →

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

by Evin // 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 →

Eye-catching Cookbooks and Pattern Books

by Evin // December 2, 2014 // 2 Comments

This post is just a list of my favourite cookbooks and knitting pattern books, as well as those I am wishing for Santa to bring me this holiday season. No frills, no details, just links. Because these books are so... Continue reading →

Better to Give than Receive? My Knitting FO Stats

by Evin // November 20, 2014 // No Comments

It is nice to realise I’ve been knitting for six years, but then I kinda feel like some of the bigger projects I add to my Ravelry queue are still waiting with pattern and yarn sitting right in my yarn... Continue reading →

Creating the Perfect Care Package for a Knitter

by Evin // November 17, 2014 // 3 Comments

Knitmas is approaching and my annual anonymous gift parcel is about to be sent off and many care packages sent out regularly as my favourite hobby. I’ve considered what makes an ideal care package for a knitter and I wanted to share all... Continue reading →

Favorite Baby Cardigan Knitting Patterns

by Evin // October 3, 2014 // 4 Comments

The arrival of my son was a blessing and a joy and the beginning of nights that melt into days with spit up on my shirts. He is amazing and I have a newfound appreciation for a solid night’s sleep,... Continue reading →

I Want to Knit…

by Evin // March 21, 2014 // No Comments

Since I learned to knit, I’ve eyed some patterns with admiration, some with confusion, and many with desire to knit them one day. So, each March, I write a list of patterns I Want to Knit… For reference: the 2010 list, the... Continue reading →

green, cream and grey baby blanket hanging on vintage wood coat hanger against white wall.

Free Knitting Patterns to Get to Know Designers

by Evin // December 28, 2013 // 2 Comments

Here are a few free knitting patterns on Ravelry (if you’re not a member, join!) that are always free. And here are all my free knitting patterns. What’s the catch? Nothing. Knitwear designers work hard to create patterns. Usually, free or magazine... Continue reading →

Carol Feller's Contemporary Irish Knits book

Indulge in Saint Patrick’s Day

by Evin // March 17, 2013 // 3 Comments

A few of my favorite things from and honoring the Emerald Isle and the 40 shades of green (my blog about life in Ireland is 40 Shades of Life, by the way) that make this island legendarily beautiful with the... Continue reading →

I Want to Knit…

by Evin // March 11, 2013 // No Comments

It’s time for my annual I Want To Knit list! Here is the 2010 list, the 2011 list, and the 2012 list. Continue reading →

Free Knitting Patterns for Premature Babies

by Evin // February 4, 2013 // 44 Comments

There is nothing like showing up in this world tinier than your parents anticipated and being left wearing baggy baby clothes as a result. Let’s face it, when a baby is early or low birth weight, very often it is... Continue reading →

I Want to Knit…

by Evin // March 11, 2012 // No Comments

Last year, I shared a list of patterns I want to knit and thought it would make a nice annual blog tradition so here’s the second instalment of patterns I want to knit. Tembo by Carol Feller Akoya by Carol Feller (shown below... Continue reading →

Fibre Feis 2011

by Evin // August 29, 2011 // Comments off

A few photos from the coolest thing I’ve done in a long time. And you may notice my belly looks a bit…big. Third trimester suits me well. This is the brilliant designer Aoibhe Ni. Voxless of Reckless Knitting getting... Continue reading →

My custom Cards Against Humanity knitting bumper pack | EvinOK

My Homemade Cards Against Humanity Knitter-themed Bumper Pack

by Evin // October 18, 2018 // No Comments

Sometimes, I make something then forget to write about it. Ok, that actually happens a lot. I probably make about four things a week, at least, but only blog twice a week. So, I keep my standards high and if... Continue reading →