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The Yarniacs Podcast A podcast and blog from two knitting friends in search of the perfect yarn! The perfect yarn. Does such a thing exist? Every knitter has a favorite yarn. Bring it!

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. B

ut 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.

It's our 13th podcast anniversary!!! Beware, this is not a regular episode. We have a little fun, and share our first bl...
06/02/2025

It's our 13th podcast anniversary!!! Beware, this is not a regular episode. We have a little fun, and share our first blooper reel!

Thanks to our sponsor Western Sky Knits!

What are we wearing?  by Shellie Anderson  by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's  What are we stalking?  by Sonder Yarn Company  by Rosemary Hill  by Purl Soho  by Tracy Pipinich  by Other Loops What are we knitting? Basic hat (no pattern)  by Joji Locatelli  ...

In episode 339 we talk about the Yarniacs Sweater Challenge, in which we take a serious look at the sweaters and garment...
06/02/2025

In episode 339 we talk about the Yarniacs Sweater Challenge, in which we take a serious look at the sweaters and garments we actually wear and live in, and use that information to choose what to make in the future.

Thank you to our sponsor Western Sky Knits!

What are we wearing?  by Shellie Anderson  by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's  What are we stalking?  by Sonder Yarn Company  by Rosemary Hill  by Purl Soho  by Tracy Pipinich  by Other Loops What are we knitting? Basic hat (no pattern)  by Joji Locatelli  ...

We are ending the year with another edition of Knitting in the News! Enjoy episode 338. Thanks to our sponsor Twice Shea...
06/02/2025

We are ending the year with another edition of Knitting in the News! Enjoy episode 338. Thanks to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep.

What are we wearing?  by Wool & Pine Sharlene's   by Joji Locatelli Gayle's  What are we stalking?  by Mallory Krall  by Minimi Knit Design  by Andrea Rangel  by Summer Lee  by Marzena Kolaczek What are we knitting?  by Erica Lueder  by Vero...

We have single skeins. You have single skeins. Raise your hand if you have wonderful single skeins! In episode 337 we ha...
14/12/2024

We have single skeins. You have single skeins. Raise your hand if you have wonderful single skeins! In episode 337 we have a chat about what to make with those lovely singles in our stashes!

Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep!

What are we wearing?  by Veera Valimaki Sharlene's  by Hinterm Stein Gayle's  What are we stalking?  by Beata Jezek  by Susanne Sommer  by Hinterm Stein  by Sonder Yarn Co.  by Steph Cookhouse  by Elizabeth Doherty  by Virginia Catherall What are we....

Are you ready to start planning for the annual Self-Indulgent KAL?! In episode 336, we are grateful for all of you, and ...
13/12/2024

Are you ready to start planning for the annual Self-Indulgent KAL?! In episode 336, we are grateful for all of you, and look forward to some self-indulgent knitting. We can't wait to see what you plan to make.

Thank you to this month's sponsor Fluff and Nonsense Yarn!

What are we wearing?  by Joji Locatelli  by Andrea Mowry Gayle's   by La Maison Rilili  Gayle's    What are we stalking?  by Tincanknits  by Carol Anderson  by Anabelle Chan  by Mirella Moments  by Marna Gilligan  by Dianne Brown  ...

Both of us often say, “It will fit someone’s head!” when our hats don’t turn out the right size. But what if you actuall...
13/12/2024

Both of us often say, “It will fit someone’s head!” when our hats don’t turn out the right size. But what if you actually have a specific recipient in mind? How do you knit a hat to size? In episode 335 we explore the mysteries of hat sizing, and why, yes, you might want to swatch!

Thank you to our November sponsor Fluff and Nonsense Yarn!

What are we wearing?  by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's    by Susanne Sommer Gayle's  What are we stalking?  by Ksenia Naidyon  by Josee Paquin  by Becky Baker  by Amanda Sund  by Stephanie Lotven  by Jamie Lomax What are we knitting?  by Joj...

We bring you another School of Knit episode this week, with a comprehensive look at blocking. Please enjoy episode 334. ...
13/12/2024

We bring you another School of Knit episode this week, with a comprehensive look at blocking. Please enjoy episode 334.

Thank you to our sponsor Fluff and Nonsense Yarn!

What are we wearing?  by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's   by La Maison Rililie Gayle's   by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's  What have we been stalking?  by Ksenia Naidyon  by Knottygnome crafts  by Ririko  by Natasja Hornsby  by Wool & Pine  by B...

In episode 333, we chat a bit about what Gayle has been knitting during recovery. Hint: she's been knitting a LOT! Thank...
13/12/2024

In episode 333, we chat a bit about what Gayle has been knitting during recovery. Hint: she's been knitting a LOT!

Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch!

We recorded this one outside during Gayle's recovery week. There is a bit of ambient wind noise but it is over quickly! 😊 We share a little bit about our experiences attending a small California wool and fiber event and chat about why the best part is getting together with friends and the inspira...

We're having a heat wave so we are back to recording at our local library, where there is air conditioning! We conclude ...
04/10/2024

We're having a heat wave so we are back to recording at our local library, where there is air conditioning! We conclude the 2024 Colors of Fall Knit-along. If you hear your name for a prize, please contact us through Ravelry or send us an email.

Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch!

What are we wearing?  by Tincanknits Sharlene's   by Casual Fashion Queen Gayle's    What are we stalking?  by Melanie Berg  by Seventh Sedge  by Ankestrick  by Veronika Lindberg  by Ami Lowden  by Ksenia Naidyon  by Anita Gibney   Wha...

In episode 331 we found ourselves knitting with the local herons. We also take a look at some of our past Colors of Fall...
04/10/2024

In episode 331 we found ourselves knitting with the local herons. We also take a look at some of our past Colors of Fall makes in "Where are they now?"

Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool!

What are we wearing?  by Midori Hirosi Sharlene's   by Joji Locatelli Gayle's  What are we stalking?  by Joji Locatelli  by Andrea Gaughan  by Sandra Paul  by Johanna Gehrisch  by Minimi Knit Design  by Katy H. Carroll What are we knitting?  by....

Alas, it was our last time recording at the University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC) for the year. School starts in...
04/10/2024

Alas, it was our last time recording at the University of California at Santa Cruz (UCSC) for the year. School starts in 2 weeks, and the parking patrol is gearing up. They chased us away twice! Of course, there were only 3 other cars in the lot and absolutely no reason to care if we were there, sitting in the car, but … oh well. In episode 330, we share our failures with provisional cast-ons.

Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool!

This is the last summer episode to be recorded on campus in our "studio in the forest" as students return to campus later this month. Alas the parking patrol was already back in full force and we were forced to relocate in the middle of recording. (We were in the very back of a little-used area in o...

We recently took a class with Carson Demers, and wanted to share some useful information that will help us all with knit...
05/09/2024

We recently took a class with Carson Demers, and wanted to share some useful information that will help us all with knitting for longevity! For links to what we mention, check out the show notes for episode 329 at yarniacs.com

Thank you for sponsoring us Fix-A-Stitch!

https://sites.libsyn.com/429162/episode-329-knitting-for-longevity

What are we wearing?  by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's  What are we stalking?  by Sarah Zimmerman  by Ambah O'Brien  by Ambah O'Brien  by Lion Brand Yarn  by Summer Lee  by Wonder Yarn Company   What are we knitting? t by Joji Locatelli  by Tess Vande...

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