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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

Nov 10, 2017

November has brought the beginning of our sweater weather season here in Santa Cruz. Every year, the changing of the clocks to standard time seems to coincide with the fall chill and Gayle and I have been happily looking through our sweater stashes and greeting our sweaters like old friends!

We hope the yarn label and substitutions discussion has been helpful. If you have questions, comments, or just want to pop in and say "hi," please join us in our Ravelry group. We'll be happy to see you there.
 - Sharlene

What are we wearing?
Confetti by Veera Välimäki
Laneway by Veera Välimäki
Inner Peace by Joji Locatelli
Pom Pom Socklets by Purl Soho

What have we been stalking?
Fae Wing Shawl by Kelly McClure
Mill House by Veronika Jobe
Valo by Susanna Winter
Rockin' Rows by Martina Behm
Knitvent 2017 by Helen Stewart
Zweig by Caitlin Hunter
Ninilchik By Caitlin Hunter
Francis Revisited by Beth Silverstein

What are we knitting?
Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure
Yoga Shawl by Andrea Mowry
Annulaire by Hilary Smith Callis

What have we finished?
Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston
Sharlene's Malabrigo Nube spin
Honey Hat by Jenn Nevitt
Stashbusting Helix Hat by Jessica Rose

Also mentioned:
Comfort Fade Cardi by Andrea Mowry