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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

Oct 13, 2017

What are we wearing?
Pebble Beach Shawl by Helen Stewart
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty

What are we stalking?
Spring To It Cowl by Kristin Finlay
Op Art Shawl by Sonja Bargielowska
Painting by Katrin Schneider
Beloved Berlin by Isabell Kraemer
Comfort Fade Cardi by Andrea Mowry
Birds of a Feather by Andrea Mowry
All Points South by Casapinka
Enchanted Forest Pool by Jenn Sheelen

Thank-you Infinite Twist for sponsoring this episode!


What are we knitting?
Little Black Shawl by Laura Aylor
Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston
Annulaire by Hilary Smith Callis
Yoga Shawl by Andrea Mowry

What have we finished?
Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure
Sharlene's Sockhead
Nube from Malabrigo
Purlbreak by Stephen West
Gayle's Purlbreak
Sleep Season Slouch by Rose Bloom
Gayle's Sleep Slouch
The Big Hat by Davina Choi
Gayle's Big Hats

We discuss yarn labels and how understanding yarn labels is the first step towards substituting yarns. If you have questions or want to discuss yarn labels, join us in the episode discussion thread on Ravelry.

Laundering and dry cleaning symbols
Craft Council's yarn weight system