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The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast


Gayle and Sharlene search for the ever-elusive perfect yarn for the perfect project. The Yarniacs Podcast is an audio podcast coming to you from the coast of California. Join us!

The perfect yarn.

Does such a thing exist? Every knitter has a favorite yarn. But every knitter knows that their perfect yarn is not perfect for every project. So we knitters tend to hold dear several favorite yarns. We have a perfect sock yarn. Or a perfect wool blend. A perfect yarn for outerwear. Sometimes even one skein of too-precious-to-use perfectly dyed yarn. (You know you have one!)

Once you have the perfect yarn though, you need an accompanying perfect project. But the perfect project is a dynamic concept--always changing and occasionally slipping away. Varying styles, colors, and seasons come into play. So the search is always on.

But we are willing to accept the challenge. The constant search for the perfect yarn, matched with the perfect project. Who are we? Two knitting besties in search of the perfect yarn. Bring it!

Sharlene’s Instagram: @yarniac

Gayle’s Instagram: @gayleywayley

Jan 20, 2017

Holy smokes Batman! Gayle and I started podcasting back in January of 2012. That means that we have been podcasting for five (count 'em – 5!) years. Of course, until the end of the podcast, we forgot. So we didn't plan anything special. As we say, this really is so "us." Much laughter ensues. :)

What are you wearing?
Ease by Alicia Plummer
Rios yarn from Malabrigo
The sweater Sharlene knit first with this Rios
Skykomish by Lee Meredith
Gayle's Skykomish

What are we stalking?
Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli
Dotted Rays by Stephen West
Find Your Fade by Andrea Mowry
Charlotte's Web Shawl by Maie Landra
Painted Pixels Blanket by Susan Carlson
Blaster by Andi Satterlund

What are we knitting?
Ivy Line by Yoko Johnston
Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli
Sweetpea Sock MCN from Lollipop Yarn
Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure
Felici from KnitPicks
Gully Gloves by Kelly McClure
Obsidian by Lisa Much
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Phoebe yarn from Quince and Co.

What have we finished?
KitKat Hat by Andre Sue
Some of Sharlene's variation are here and here
Bleached by Amy Miller
Honey Hat by Jenn Nevitt
Gayle's Honey Hat
Touring DK from Unwind Yarn Company
Seafarer's Watch Cap by The Seaman's Church Institute
Gayle's Watch Cap

Thank You Hat - Big Rib Hat by Purl Soho

We also share some Ravelry tips, and some ideas for organizing in the new year! :)