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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 28, 2025

What are we wearing?

All the shawls and cowls!

Forever 16 by Minimi Knit Design

Gayle's Forever 16

What are we stalking?

Hakuba Hooded Scarf by Yoko Johnston

Fairisle Sheep Yoke Sweater by Martin Storey

Fairisle Sheep Bobble Hat by Martin Storey

Fairisle Sheep Cushion by Martin Storey

Tiny Tree Socks by Summer Lee

Meias Butterfly by Marina Albertoni

Swayze by Tanis Lavallee

Fair Isle Vest Mary Jane Mucklestone

What are we knitting?

Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli

Sharlene's crochet moss stitch blanket

Ilha by Orlane Sucche

Basic hat knit in the round

One Love Mystery KAL by Joji Locatelli

Bits and Bobs Blanket by Kay Jones

 

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What have we finished?

One Love Mystery KAL by Joji Locatelli

 

We chat about the upcoming Self-Indulgent Knit-Along 2026.

We'll start on the December solstice, on or about December 21, and conclude on the March equinox, on or about March 20. Three months of self indulgence! Join us chatting in the Ravelry group threads.