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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

May 1, 2026

What are we wearing?

Holey Comfort by Hinterm Stein

Sharlene's Holey Comfort

Garden Cardigan by Ankestrick

Sharlene's Garden Cardigan

Ivy Line by Yoko Johnston

Sharlene's Ivy Line

Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli

Sharlene's Mabel

The Lounger by Joji Locatelli

Gayle's Lounger

Paper Dolls by Kate Davies Designs

Gayle's Paper Dolls

Viajante by Martina Behm

Jess's Viajante

What are we stalking?

Vesna Shawl by Kesenia Naidyon

Good Vibes by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne

Waffle Pullover by Amy Christoffers

Fillide by Paola Abergamo

Endlessly by Amy Gunderson

Plain Yoke Blouse by Le Knit Lene Holme Samsøe

What are we knitting?

Hinagiku by Eri Shimizu

Cleared for Take Off by Cally Monster

Easy Stash Yarn Shawl by Knit  Crochet Create

Stripes by Andrea Mowry

Basic Nonsense Socks by Tess Vandekolk

 

Thank you to our sponsor Monarch Knitting!

 

What have we finished?

Bits and Bobs Cowl by Kay Jones

Chilly Podsters by Glenna C

Waffle Knit Dishcloth

Constellate by Hunter Hammersen

We share some comments from listeners about free pattern availability and things to beware of; we talk about the Love Your Stash knit-along; and finally some fun observations about attending a knitting retreat.