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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 11, 2013

Happy New Year to everyone! Our first episode for 2013 is brimming with exploits of holiday knitting and mostly successful knitted gifts. I wouldn't recommend my make-three-mitts-to-end-up-with-a-pair technique, but well, sometimes the road may be bumpy, and the gift is unique! Hopefully this doesn't sound like a long laundry list to you and you find a gem or two amongst our humble toils and stories.

What are we wearing?
A-line Hoodie by Diane Soucy
Sharlene's A-line Hoodie
Misti Alpaca Tonos Worsted
Dragonflies Jumper by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Dragonflies
Arbutus by Jane Richmond
Gayle's Arbutus
Ann Hansen pattern

What are we stalking?
Jenica Hoodie by Joji Locatelli
Belfast Hoodie by Carrie Bostick Hoge

What are we knitting?
Tangled Yoke Cardigan by Eunny Jang
Oranje by Ann Weaver
Aurora Australis by Melinda Vermeer
Brambles Beret by Amanda Muscha
Alisha Goes Around - Stable of Horses Worsted
Monster Hat by Froken C

What have we finished?
Sharlene's Elf hat
Sharlene's Garter Stitch Mitts
Sharlene's Mega Cowl
Imperial Yarn Bulky 2-strand
Marsan Watchcap by Staceyjoy Elkin
A-line Hoodie by Diane Soucy
Miette by Andi Sutterlund
One Skein Boot Toppers by Shireen Nadir
Rose Red by Ysolda Teague
Arbutus by Jane Richmond

Self-Indulgent KAL thread on Ravlery

Also mentioned:
Munchkin game
Gayle's Rivendale alpaca yarn
Stimpylab Warm DK