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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

Jun 12, 2026

What are we wearing?

Beekeeper Cardigan by Marie Green

Sharlene's Beekeeper

What are we stalking?

Holey Chic Sweater by Bettina Venko

Eugénie by Soligreen Design

Strong Heel Socks by Stitch Theory

Swallowtail by Jamie Hoffman

Monarch by Jamie Hoffman

Waverly Wrap by Jacqui Verbeek

The Lucky Duck Hat by Dagworthy

What are we knitting?

Standing Rock Hat by Lavanya Patricella

Whisp by Elizabeth Doherty

Fancy Cardi by Joji Locatelli

Practically Perfect Sock by Kay Jones

Spring Rows Tank top by Iron Lamb

 

Thank you to our sponsors Marianted Yarns and Katy Carroll

Visit Marianated yarns at www.marianatedyarns.com

and visit Katy's designs at https://www.ravelry.com/designers/katy-h-carroll

Katy's Paint Pots Shawl pattern is here.

There is a discount code for both on the episode!

 

What have we finished?

Standing Rock Hat by Lavanya Patricella

Sharlene's handspun Standing Rock Hat

Hinagiku by Eri Shimizu

Plain Yoke Blouse by Le Knit

We chat about knitting designers and knitters taking inspiration from patterns and ready-to-wear and creating their own thing.