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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 25, 2019

What are we wearing?
Latitude by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Latitude
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Gayle's Ranunculus

What are we stalking?
Pioneer Gloves by Kelly McClure
Align Mitts by Courtney Spainhower
Elorie by Elizabeth Doherty
Year of Hats by Kelbourne Woolens
October Hat by Sloane Rosenthal
June Hat by Meghan Kelly
February Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborn
Antler Hat by tincanknits
Angel Hat by Kay Jones
Nadia's hat by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne

Thank you to Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode!

 
What are we knitting?
Jessica Jones by Sminé
Cedar Pullover by Joji Locatelli
BlueSand Cardigan by La Maison Ririlie
Slow Curves by Joji Locatelli
Ashes by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?
Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe
Sharlene's 4th cap
Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririoko
Sharlene's Evening Dew

Perfectionism!
What is "perfect" when it comes to our knitting and crafting projects varies from maker to maker. For example, some sock knitters must knit perfectly matching socks! Others don't mind if the striping varies or if the toes are knit in different colors. Does your need for perfection hold you back from trying new things? Does it ever keep you from finishing projects? Gayle shares the story of her Ashes shawl.