Knitmas 2018 – Thoughtful Crafty Care Packages

by Evin // December 27, 2018 // No Comments

Every year since 2011, I participate in Knitmas, a thoughtful and fun gift exchange among a small group of knitters in Ireland (and those who’ve lived here and moved elsewhere). It is a chance to get to know each other... Continue reading →

What My Elf Sent Me – Knitmas 2017

by Evin // December 28, 2017 // No Comments

It’s time for another Knitmas post. The third in my 2017 series. The first post was about how I took my downstream elf’s wish list and approached it from a crafty and budget-minded perspective then the second post was about the... Continue reading →

Rustic and Handmade Garden-themed Gifts – Knitmas 2017

by Evin // December 26, 2017 // No Comments

This year, the Knitmas gift I created had a decidedly rustic feel. The elf whose name I drew loves creating with her hands, from jewelry to gardening to knitting, so I wanted to give her things to help her achieve that.... Continue reading →

Super Chunky Knit Cowl for Knitmas | EvinOK

Mulled Cranberry Cowl – Knitmas 2015

by Evin // November 23, 2017 // No Comments

Last year, I shared a post about the Knitmas gift exchange and what I made for ALifeOfHerOwn in 2015. I briefly mentioned the Mulled Cranberry Cowl, but wanted to go into the process of knitting it in more detail after... Continue reading →

Alice in Wonderland knitters care package and stitch markers | EvinOK

Alice in Wonderland Themed Care Package – Knitmas 2016

by Evin // October 17, 2017 // No Comments

Today, I am sharing what I gave and what I received for Knitmas 2016. You can see my past year’s Knitmas roundup posts here. Last year, I drew the name of the elf who had me a previous year! So... Continue reading →

Knitmas 2015 gift from my upstream elf on EvinOK.com

What I Gave, What I Received – Knitmas 2015

by Evin // December 8, 2015 // 1 Comment

It’s time for my annual Knitmas post. This will be a run-down of what I made and gave as well as what was made for and given to me. Be prepared to see some beautiful things. What I Made... 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 →

Vintage Knitwear Inspiration

by Evin // March 5, 2015 // No Comments

I recently visited Yarns Etc in Chapel Hill, NC to deliver a few copies of my book for them to sell and happened to be there while they were clearing out their old vintage patterns to make way in their... Continue reading →

Dark Chocolate Painted Pretzel Twigs

by Evin // February 12, 2015 // No Comments

Salty and sweet can be such a lovely flavour combination, so I thought I’d try to make my own chocolate-drizzled pretzels. And since they make such a fun gift, I am sharing the recipe here with step-by-step photos. You may... Continue reading →

The Age of Brass and Steam

by Evin // January 12, 2015 // No Comments

As you may have already read, my Knitmas Elf knit and gave me a stunning kerchief/shawlette this year. She noticed I had queued The Age of Brass and Steam by Orange Flower Yarn but hadn’t had the chance to knit it so... Continue reading →

What’s in My Knit Kit?

by Evin // January 7, 2015 // 4 Comments

Back in 2010, I made a new knitter friend named Bonny and she gave me The Knit Kit which I adore. Especially as a new knitter, it was wonderful to have all the tools in a portable and hard-sided case. Since... 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 →

My Generous Elf – Knitmas 2014

by Evin // December 2, 2014 // No Comments

I’ve told you about Knitmas, haven’t I? Oh yes, I’ve written about 2011, 2011, 2012, 2013, so you’ll know what I’m talking about when I exclaim… My Knitmas Elf this year is awesome! Really. Need proof? Ok, let’s go to... 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 →

Jane Richmond’s Rathtrevor Fingerless Gloves – Knitmas 2013

by Evin // October 17, 2014 // 1 Comment

With Knitmas 2014 upon us, I am looking back at what I’ve made before so I can avoid being predictable. For Knitmas 2013, I designed and knit a cowl for Kathy. For Knitmas 2012, I knit fingerless gloves and sewed... Continue reading →

The Comfort of Handknit Socks

by Evin // September 22, 2014 // No Comments

I love fun socks and this makes sock knitting ideally suited for me. Yet, I don’t knit socks yet. Maybe it is just because I’ve been focusing my knitting on baby gifts for so long, but for whatever reason socks... Continue reading →

Summercove Cowl & Fingerless Gloves – Knitmas 2013

by Evin // January 8, 2014 // No Comments

It was a lovely holiday season and my third year in Knitmas. You can read about my other Knitmas experiences here and here (2011) and here (2012). This year, I’m taking the time to blog about it finally. I received Kathy’s name and... Continue reading →

Free Knitting Pattern: One Size Fits Most Cupcake Tea Cosy – Knitmas 2011

by Evin // February 25, 2013 // 3 Comments

When I was looking for a handmade Knitmas gift for a friend who desired a tea cosy, I only encountered sized patterns for specific-shaped teapots. This was to be a surprise present though so I couldn’t ask her, “Could you... Continue reading →