The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast

Gayle & Sharlene
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The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast

Gayle and Sharlene talk about what they are wearing, what they are stalking, and of course, what they are knitting. Grab your knitting needles, your favorite yarn--or your favorite craft--and come knit with us! We are on Ravelry as gayleywayley and knitterninjashar. Show notes at http://yarniacs.blogspot.com/

  1. DEC 13

    The Yarniacs Episode 337: Knitting with Single Skeins!

    What are we wearing? Confetti by Veera Valimaki Sharlene's Confetti Big Sister by Hinterm Stein Gayle's Big Sister What are we stalking? Fa-La-La Fade by Beata Jezek Stay At Home Shawl by Susanne Sommer Mini Shawl Club #8 Leaves by Hinterm Stein The Indoorsy Socks by Sonder Yarn Co. Jellybean Toque by Steph Cookhouse Trickster by Elizabeth Doherty West Desert Hood by Virginia Catherall What are we knitting? Evanescence by Joji Locatelli Tchaikovsky Hat by Helen Stewart Reflections by Maiju Kallio Daydreamer Cardigan by Veronika Lindberg Moto by Mara Catherine Bryner   Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep What have we finished? Tchaikovsky Hat by Helen Stewart Trickster by Elizabeth Doherty Tunturi Hat by Joanna Ignatius Gayle's Tunturi Hat Do you have single skeins in your stash? We chat about what to do with those lovely skeins that we just couldn't resist! Barley Worsted by TincanKnits Bankhead Hat by Susie Gourlay Sockhead Slouch by Kelly McClure Lightweight Hipster by Joji Locatelli Red Robin Shawl by Helen Steward Spindrift by Helen Steward Jeweled Cowl by Sashiko Uemura Hasukai Cowl by Hiroko Fukatsu Bandana Cowl by Purl Soho Cozy Up Cowl by Purl Soho Honey Cowl by Antonia Shankland Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure Lunki Scarf by Anu Ahoniemi Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit Rye sock by Tincanknits Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder Simple Skyp Socks by Adrienne Ku Pioneer Gloves by Kelly McClure

    59 min

  2. NOV 28

    The Yarniacs Episode 336: Preparing for Self-Indulgent Knitting!

    What are we wearing? Inner Peace by Joji Locatelli The Throwover by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Throwover Cocoon by La Maison Rilili  Gayle's Cocoon Hats   What are we stalking? Besties Hoodie by Tincanknits Wonderful Wallaby by Carol Anderson The Scrap Bag by Anabelle Chan Headband with a twist by Mirella Moments Catvent Wrap by Marna Gilligan Seaside Holiday Wrap by Dianne Brown Mokosh Pullover by Teti Lutsak   What are we knitting? Tchaikovsky Hat by Helen Stewart Evanescence by Joji Locatelli Reflections by Meiju Kallio Daydreamer Cardigan by Veronika Lindberg Moto by Mara Catherine Bryner     Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn! What have we finished? Tchaikovsky Hat by Helen Stewart Feature: It's time for the Self-Indulgent Knit-along 2025 #SIKAL2025 #yarniacsSIKAL2025 We introduce the Self-Indulgent Knit-along 2025 and chat about some of our past projects that are still with us. Jessica Jones by Handmade by Smine Oranje by Ann Weaver Gayle's Oranje Cable Crush Joggers by Knitatude Gayle's joggers

    48 min

  3. NOV 15

    The Yarniacs Episode 335: Knitting Hats that Fit!

    What are we wearing? Headland by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Headland  Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer Gayle's Hoodie Shawl Cardigan What are we stalking? Ponte Top by Ksenia Naidyon Joanna by Josee Paquin Swinside by Becky Baker Spring Mittens by Amanda Sund Hasten Hat by Stephanie Lotven Doodles by Jamie Lomax What are we knitting? Evanescence by Joji Locatelli Sharlene is also making random hats! Daydreamer Cardigan by Veronika Lindberg Trickster by Elizabeth Doherty Reflections by Meiju Kallio   Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn! What have we finished? Sharlene's Leftovers hats one and two Felix Cardigan by Amy Christoffers Gayle's Trickster hats Bean & Olive by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Bean & Olive Shenanifriends Socks by Cori Eichelberger School of Knit: Hat Chat We have a running joke about our hats. Since we often knit a lot of hats to be donated, we aren't making them for a specific head size. "They will fit someone," is our common refrain.  Shocking confession… we don't swatch for hats! Therefore of course our hats often don't turn out the size we intended. But you know…they'll fit someone… We share some tips on how to make that hat fit your wearer's head. Hat resources Wooly Wormhead's Hat Sizing Guide Lion Brand's Hat Sizing Guide Knit Pick's Hat Sizing Guide

    52 min

  4. NOV 1

    The Yarniacs Episode 334 - Blocking Your Knitting

    What are we wearing? Granito by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Granito Cocoon by La Maison Rililie Gayle's Cocoon The Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's The Squam Sweater What have we been stalking? Bird Song Shawl by Ksenia Naidyon Banksy Hat by Knottygnome crafts Suzukaze by Ririko Tursa by Natasja Hornsby Sea Glass Mittens by Wool & Pine Blooming Breeze Tee by Beata Jezek What are we knitting? Tchaikovsky Hat by Helen Stewart Evanescence by Joji Locatelli Bean and Olive by Andrea Mowry Trickster Hat by Elizabeth Doherty Shenanifriends Socks by Cori Eichelberger   Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn! What have we finished? Sharlene's generic ribbed hat Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Rafa's Hat Cocoon by La Maison Rililie Gayle's Cocoon Felix Pullover by Amy Cristoffers Gayle's Felix Pullover School of Knit We talk about blocking your knitting.

    1h 4m

  5. OCT 18

    The Yarniacs Episode 333: Knitting During Recovery

    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 inspiration we get from seeing everyone's projects and samples.  What are we wearing? Pacific Crest by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Pacific Crest Gayle's Little Boxes Socks What are we stalking? Cake Pop Sweater by Joji Locatelli Metropolitan Pullover by Tori Yu Pink Peppercorn Vest by Kimberly Bate Spot Sweater Color Edition by Anne Ventzel Oma Goodness Top by Little Golden Nook What are we knitting? Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli Grannie Goes Large by Sandra Paul Felix Cardigan by Amy Christoffers Felix Pullover by Amy Christoffers Hello Again by Amy Gunderson Shenanifriends Socks by Cori Eichelberger Cocoon by La Maison Rililie Reflections by Meiju Kallio What have we finished? Birds of a Feather by Andrea Mowry Sidekick Boot Socks by Kate Atherly Irma Hat by Aneta Gasiorwska We share a little bit about a small somewhat-local-to-us fiber event called Lambtown in Dixon, CA and announce the 2025 Yarniacs Knit Away!   Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch!

    1h 3m

  6. OCT 4

    The Yarniacs Episode 332 - Knitting Returns to the Library

    What are we wearing? Love Note by Tincanknits Sharlene's Love Note Loose Socks by Casual Fashion Queen Gayle's Loose Socks   What are we stalking? Alive & Kicking by Melanie Berg The Skylar Baby Cardigan by Seventh Sedge Armor scarf by Ankestrick Daydreamer Cardigan by Veronika Lindberg Maybury Cardigan by Ami Lowden Moonflower Tee by Ksenia Naidyon Quiet Sky by Anita Gibney   What are we knitting? Ribbed hat Birds of a Feather by Andrea Mowry Granny Goes Large by Sandra Paul Felix Cardigan by Amy Cristoffers Reflections by Meiju Kallio Anne's Reflections sweater  Sidekick Boot Socks by Kate Atherly     Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? Gayle's test knit Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Pure Joy Boneyard Sweethearts by Stephanie Lotven Stirnband 1 by Norman Schwarze   We share highlights of the 2024 Yarniacs Colors of Fall Knit-along and announce the prize winners. Congrats to all who participated and have a finished object!

    54 min

  7. SEP 20

    The Yarniacs Episode 331: Knitting with the Herons & Egrets

    What are we wearing? Ranunculus by Midori Hirosi Sharlene's Ranunculus Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Elton Pullover What are we stalking? Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli Willow Pullover by Andrea Gaughan Grannie Goes Large by Sandra Paul Edgar Slipover by Johanna Gehrisch Porto Venere Tee by Minimi Knit Design Blackburn Cowl by Katy H. Carroll What are we knitting? Birds of a Feather by Andrea Mowry Breezeway by Laura Aylor Sharlene's generic ribbed hat Tess's test knit Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli Boneyard Sweethearts by Stephanie Lotven   Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool!   Where are they now? #cofkal #yarniacscofkal #cofkal2024 Sharlene's Elton Pullover Bright Side by Espace Tricot Gayle's Bright Side Ariana by Amy Christoffers Gayle's Ariana Whidbey Bag by Wool & Pine Gayle's Whidbey Bag Liv Light by Carrie Bostick Hoge Gayle's Liv Light Magical Thinking by Casapinka Gayle's Magical Thinking Latitude by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's Latitude

    50 min

  8. SEP 6

    The Yarniacs Episode 330: Knitting Provisional Cast Ons

    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 order to have the quiet company of the redwoods. We weren't bothering anyone. Yet they made us leave... twice!) If you are interested in the trees and want to know what a fairy ring is, you can find more information here. Redwood trees give birth to new generations and speak to each other through their roots. They are amazing! But on to the knitting... What are we wearing? Bowen by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Bowen  Habitation Throw by Helen Stewart Gayle's Habitation Throw Sharlene's Habitation Throw What are we stalking? It's got a bend in it by Kate Davies Pressed Flowers Kerchief by Amy Christoffers Fright & Delight Hat by Mary Pranica Rikke sweater by Katrine Hannibal Everyday Attitude by Susanne Sommer Colorwork Cuff Club by Summer Lee What are we knitting? Birds of a Feather by Andrea Mowry Breezeway by Laura Aylor Ascending Jumper by Tess Vandekolk Reflections by Meiju Kallio Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool!   What have we finished? Basic Nonsense Socks by Tess Vandekolk This episode we talk about provisional cast ons, their uses, and our hilarious failures with the crochet provisional cast ons we have tried in the past.

    45 min
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Gayle and Sharlene talk about what they are wearing, what they are stalking, and of course, what they are knitting. Grab your knitting needles, your favorite yarn--or your favorite craft--and come knit with us! We are on Ravelry as gayleywayley and knitterninjashar. Show notes at http://yarniacs.blogspot.com/

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