I’ve only been on Instagram for a couple years, but in that time I’ve learned a bit about what it takes to not flop on my face. My Instagram account is far from being a success as far as numbers go, but that’s...
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I’m often asked how I capture the brilliant colors of yarn in my stash, mouth-watering goodness of something I’ve baked, textures of knitted items, or glimmer of a piece of jewellery I’m repairing. I’m always flattered and appreciative for the...
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So often my posts are about what I’ve been making or want to make, but what about you? So, I shared two questions with my friends and I hope you’ll comment to keep the discussion going. I asked my knitting friends which...
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These Islands: Knits from Ireland, Scotland, and Britain book launch will be held at Knit Midleton TONIGHT, Thursday, April 9th at 7:30pm: 4 Main Street, Midleton, Co. Cork. Space is limited, so please call ahead at 085 157 8969 to reserve your...
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These Islands explores two sources for wool in Ireland which embrace the slow revolution with ethically-treated sheep, fair-trade wool, and local milling. These Islands includes eight never before published patterns for hats, a cowl, shawls, fingerless gloves, and boot cuffs using...
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There is only one problem with owning a ‘Kiss Me I’m Irish’ tee shirt and that is if you are any normal humble non-flirtatious sort of person it only gets worn once a year. However, if you go with a...
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Between Santa and my husband, I received all the essentials for Christmas. But even with all that new stuff, life goes on, children’s interests mature, and I see things that are so pretty they must be shared with you. Here are...
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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...
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This blog tour has ten knitting blogs, several food blogs, but only one writer blog and that distinction belongs to Markie of The Writer’s Journey. She herself is a published author. I’m a fan of one of her books actually...
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This page is a central stop to learn about my book, Bake Knit Sew (Anchor and Bee, 2014). It includes a list of retailers selling my book and also links to press coverage and related blog posts. Bake Knit Sew is...
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UPDATE: This book was published in 2014. Learn all about it HERE. Remember last year when I was talking about my Kickstarter project? Well, that project grew up and became a real book! But much like a baby growing up,...
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This is my 28th Brilliant Things List! And my 272nd EvinOK post. Very exciting though non-traditional milestones. I like to celebrate the little steps along the way, not just the round numbers. So, today is a post with some random things...
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Another month, another list. Read the others here. Fujifilm X30 12 MP Digital Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD (Silver) Smudge Yarns “Phosphorus” Hand-dyed Sock Yarn Smudge Yarns “Clementine” Hand-dyed Sock Yarn Knitter’s Pride Box of Joy Limited Edition Set –...
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UPDATE: This book was published in 2014. Learn all about it HERE. It has been what seems like a short time since my successful Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for my first ever book, Bake Knit Sew – in reality...
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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...
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I love photographing yarn about as much as I love knitting with it. In the beginning, my photos were not very good. But with practice, my skills improved. The real shift came when I switched to photographing my yarn using...
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Community. It’s one of those things you don’t miss until you have a really amazing, supportive one then you reflect on how you didn’t always have that richness. It’s part social life, part therapy – especially for knitters. We spin,...
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