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

Ultimate List of Wool Hand Dyed in Ireland and Northern Ireland

by Evin // April 26, 2024 // 20 Comments

With over 30 yarn dyers based in Ireland and Northern Ireland, we are fortunate to have so many options. There are so many talented and original yarn sources and hand-dyers in the world at the moment, but I’ve got to... Continue reading →

Ireland’s Top 5 Best Sandy Beaches

by Evin // June 20, 2023 // No Comments

Ireland is known for its rugged coastline and beautiful beaches. The best beach in Ireland is subjective and depends on personal preferences, and I’m not sharing the small best kept secret beaches in here because they often can’t handle crowds.... Continue reading →

40+ Places to Brunch in Cork City, Ireland

by Evin // May 18, 2023 // 2 Comments

I compiled a list of over 40 restaurants serving breakfast & brunch in Cork city. Seriously, it would take you six weeks to work your way through this list if you ate brunch in Cork every day of the week. Challenge... Continue reading →

8 Family-friendly Things to Do in Kilkenny

by Evin // March 30, 2023 // No Comments

Kilkenny, Ireland is a charming medieval city that offers a wealth of activities for families with children of all ages. From fascinating historical sites to fun-filled outdoor adventures, Kilkenny has something for everyone. Of course, where to stay with kids... Continue reading →

St Vincent's Bridge, Cork city by Evin Bail O"Keeffe

12 Places to See When You Visit Cork City

by Evin // March 28, 2023 // No Comments

Cork is a city with a rich history and culture that has shaped its unique identity. Whether you’re interested in history, culture, or simply enjoying the beauty of the city, there’s something for everyone here. Cork is a city located... Continue reading →

Top 13 Things To Do in County Kildare

by Evin // March 23, 2023 // No Comments

Kildare is a charming and picturesque county that is often overlooked by tourists, but is an absolute gem just waiting to be explored. History & Nature One of the best things about Kildare is its rich history and culture. The... Continue reading →

Yellow window box on a blue house. Photo by Vincent Giersch

Top 10 Reasons to Visit Kinsale, Co. Cork

by Evin // March 21, 2023 // No Comments

Kinsale is a picturesque town located in County Cork, Ireland, known for its charming streets, colorful buildings and beautiful coastal scenery. It has a rich history dating back to medieval times, and the town has many historical landmarks and buildings,... Continue reading →

Ultimate 7-day Self-guided Tour of Ireland

by Evin // March 17, 2023 // 1 Comment

I’ve lived in Ireland for almost 15 years and I’ll admit I was better at writing tourism posts when I first arrived and everything felt new. But now I have richer insight into what places have soul and keep me... Continue reading →

Jonna is knitting the Cassiopeia KAL | EvinOK

Knit and Crochet Designers in Ireland

by Evin // March 16, 2023 // 1 Comment

Did you know there are dozens of hand dyers in Ireland? I researched and created a fairly thorough list which I update regularly. There are also countless knit and crochet designers in Ireland. From someone who may have documented a... Continue reading →

Bird's eye view of coastline and rocky edges of Dingle peninsula in Ireland photo by Mark Lawson

6 Hikes on the Dingle Peninsula to Explore

by Evin // March 14, 2023 // No Comments

The Dingle Peninsula in Ireland is known for its stunning natural beauty and breathtaking landscapes, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts because of its beautiful hiking trails. This is a followup for my previous post listing Top 10... Continue reading →

Evin in Dingle at Dick Mack's | EvinOK.com

Top 9 Things to See & Do in Dingle, Ireland

by Evin // March 7, 2023 // No Comments

In our nearly 15 years living in Ireland, we’ve been pulled to Dingle about six or seven times. Each visit has had a different purpose and feel, but always done at a relaxed pace. It’s also helped us enjoy the... Continue reading →

Made In Ireland – Makers and Artisans Based in Ireland

by Evin // January 26, 2021 // 1 Comment

If you read my blog regularly, you know I’ve posted quite a few times before about Irish crafts, hand-dyed yarn, and more, so it won’t be a surprise to read this post. I spent many MANY hours combing Instagram and the internet looking... Continue reading →

Quilted Bag by House of Nanoo of West Cork, Ireland | EvinOK

My Quilted Bag from House of Nanoo

by Evin // 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 →

Fred’s Last Hoorah

by Evin // January 7, 2014 // No Comments

Two weeks go, C and I went to Fred‘s last ever show. It was bittersweet. Sweet to see them perform such a magical concert, but sad we won’t get to see them perform again together. The show was at The... 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 →