The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast: Recent Episodes
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/
What are we wearing?
Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer
Sharlene's Hoodie Shawl Cardigan
Spring Rows Tank top by Iron Lamb
Gayle's Spring Rows
What are we stalking?
Sunburst Tee by Creative Anarchy
Mix Tape Tee by Wool & Pine
Love & Lemons by Melanie Berg
Monarch Butterflies Tapestry by The Crochet Painter
What are we knitting?
Standing Rock Hat by Lavanya Patricella
Salty Air Tee by Samantha Guerin
Calathea Tee by Ksenia Naidyon
The Slouch Sock Set by Summer Lee
Baht 'At by Anne Kingstone
Thank you to our sponsor Western Sky Knits!
Knitting in the news
We share some recent knitting in the news!
What are we wearing?
Ebbetts by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Ebbetts
Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer
Gayle's Hoodie Shawl Cardigan
What are we stalking?
Cygnus Shawl by Amy Christoffers
FringeShip Shawl by Carissa Browning
Holey Moley Cardy by Ambah O'Brien
Aurea Sweater by KnitandSpritz
Wild Spirit Shawl by Kathy Crowell
I Heart Socks by Stone Knits
What are we knitting?
Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer
Standing Rock Hat by Lavanya Patricella
Calathea Tee by Ksenia Naidyon
The Slouch Sock Set by Summer Lee
Baht 'At by Anne Kingstone
Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep!
What have we finished?
Practically Perfect Sock (personal pattern)
Zanette Shawl by Katy Carroll
We share about knitting in community, why we love our knitting community, and some ideas about where to find a community if you want one. Because if you don't, that's find too. 😊
What are we wearing?
Love Note by tincanknits
Sharlene's Love Note
Gayle's Lucky puppy!
What are we stalking?
Noctua Cardigan by Orlane Suche
Monstera Cardigan by Joji Locatelli
Chillam by Bonnie Dean
Zanette Shawl by Katy Carroll
Slip It Simple Sock by Christine Long Derks
Conditional Love Scarf by Mary Martin
(Un) Conditional Love Blanket by Mary Martin
What are we knitting?
Standing Rock Hat by Lavanya Patricella
Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer
Practically Perfect Sock by Kay Jones
Calathea Tee by Ksenia Naidyon
Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep!
What have we finished?
Whisp by Elizabeth Doherty
Fancy Cardigan by Joji Locatelli
Wishes Cardigan by Joji Locatelli
Sun Salutation by Celia McAdam Cahill
We go back to episode 376 and 'Knitting inspiration' and share some listener comments and some more thoughts to bring the topic to a close. Have you used inspiration from a secondary pattern, or a garment, or someplace else? What inspires your projects?
What are we wearing?
Sarah's Milky Oolong #2
Paper Dolls by Kate Davies
Gayle's Paper Dolls
Ilha by Orlane Such
Gayle's Ilha
What are you stalking?
Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer
Gridlines by Susanne Sommer
Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow
Aster by Elena Solier Jansa
Fair Isle Skirt by Mary Jane Mucklestone
Diamond Dream Tee by Stephani Lotven
What are we knitting?
Fancy Cardigan by Joji Locatelli
Whisp by Elizabeth Doherty
Wishes Cardigan by Jojij Locatelli
Sun Salutation by Celia McAdam Cahill
Calathea Tee by Ksenia Naidyon
Practically Perfect Sock by Kay Jones
The Slouch Sock Set by Summer Lee
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
What have we finished?
Standing Rock Hat by Lavanya Patricella
Sharlene's Standing Rock Hat #3
Spring Rows Tank top by Iron Lamb
Gayle's Spring Rows
Last, we share some fun stats from the Love Your Stash KAL. These are fun!
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.
What are we wearing?
Elorie by Elizabeth Doherty
What are we stalking?
(S - T - A - L - K - I - N - G)
Summer by Ankestrick
Komugi by Ririko
Laurevia Sweater by Valentina Bogdanova
The Dainty Mitts by Margarget Walker
Long Line Pullover by Sarah Antipenkov
Palette Cleanser Scarf by Anna Johanna
What are we knitting?
Hinagiku by Eri Shimizu
Standing Rock Hat by Lavanya Patricella
Fancy Cardi by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's first Fancy Cardi
Spring Rows Tank top by Iron Lamb
Plain Yoke Blouse by Le Knit
Thank you to our sponsor Monarch Knitting!
What have we finished?
Petite Bulles by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Petite Bulles 2
Burrow Blanket by Kay Jones
Gayle's Burrow Blanket
Basic Nonsense Socks by Tess Vandekolk
Gayle's Basic Nonsense Socks
We introduce The Yarniacs Colors of Fall Knit-along 2026!
#COFKAL2026 #yarniacsCOFKAL #yarniacsCOFKAL2026
What are we wearing?
Fancy Cardi by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Fancy
Stripes by Andrea Mowry
Gayle's Stripes
What are we stalking?
Bare Branches by Alana Dakos
Through the Grapevine Top by Bettina Wenko
Long Island Iced Tee by Jennifer Shiels Toland
Long Island Twilly by Jennifer Shiels Toland
Crafter Hood by Iron Lamb
Spring Rows Tank Top by Iron Lamb
Heartcore Slipover by Clara Eggers
What are we knitting?
Hinagiku by Eri Shimizu
Petites Bulles by Joji Locatelli
Basic Nonsense Socks by Tess Vandekolk
Burrow Blanket by Kay Jones
Plain Yoke Blouse by Le Knit Lene Holme Samsøe
Thank you to our sponsor Monarch Knitting!
What have we finished?
Cleared for Take Off by Cally Monster
Stripes by Andrea Mowry
Gayle's Stripes
Easy Stash Yarn Shawl by Knit Crochet Create
Whisp by Elizabeth Doherty
Change your Mind (beanie) by Joji Locatelli
We chat about some minor knitting errors and simple fixes!
What are we wearing?
Holey Comfort by Hinterm Stein
Sharlene's Holey Comfort
Garden Cardigan by Ankestrick
Sharlene's Garden Cardigan
Ivy Line by Yoko Johnston
Sharlene's Ivy Line
Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Mabel
The Lounger by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Lounger
Paper Dolls by Kate Davies Designs
Gayle's Paper Dolls
Viajante by Martina Behm
Jess's Viajante
What are we stalking?
Vesna Shawl by Kesenia Naidyon
Good Vibes by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne
Waffle Pullover by Amy Christoffers
Fillide by Paola Abergamo
Endlessly by Amy Gunderson
Plain Yoke Blouse by Le Knit Lene Holme Samsøe
What are we knitting?
Hinagiku by Eri Shimizu
Cleared for Take Off by Cally Monster
Easy Stash Yarn Shawl by Knit Crochet Create
Stripes by Andrea Mowry
Basic Nonsense Socks by Tess Vandekolk
Thank you to our sponsor Monarch Knitting!
What have we finished?
Bits and Bobs Cowl by Kay Jones
Chilly Podsters by Glenna C
Waffle Knit Dishcloth
Constellate by Hunter Hammersen
We share some comments from listeners about free pattern availability and things to beware of; we talk about the Love Your Stash knit-along; and finally some fun observations about attending a knitting retreat.
What are we wearing?
Donner by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Donner
The Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Squam
What are we stalking?
The Overstory by Christina Hadderingh
Goldleaf by Anne Hansen
Seamless Scrap Dress by Lavanya Patricella
Voyage by Wool & Pine
Winter Doodle Sweater by Jamie Lomax
Ronstadt by Tanis Lavallee
Fleetwood by Tanis Lavallee
What are we knitting?
Hinagiku by Eri Shimizu
Cleared for Take Off by Cally Monster
Petites Bulles by Joji Locatelli
Bits and Bobs Cowl by Kay Jones
Constellate by Hunter Hammersen
Burrow Blanket by Kay Jones
Stripes by Andrea Mowry
What have we finished?
Sharlene finished two spinning projects
Chilly Podsters by Glenna C
Waffle Knit Dishcloth
Gayle finished a pair of shortie socks
What do you think about free patterns?
Free patterns are always great, but what does it mean for the industry in general?
Some excellent free patterns are out there. A few that Gayle mentions are:
Tincanknits Simple Collection
Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Luder
Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure
Bankhead by Susie Gourley
What are we wearing?
Cedar Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Cedar Pullover
Liv Light by Carie Bostick Hoge
Gayle's Liv Light
What are we stalking?
Whisper by Nancy Marchant
Double Double Hat by Winter's Weather Knits
Coastie Hat by Vanessa Ewing
Lina by Kolibri by Johanna
Piet Cardigan by Kolibri by Johanna
What are we knitting?
Hinagiku by Eri Shimizu
Petite Bulles by Joji Locatelli
The Burrow Blanket by Kay Jones
Stripes by Andrea Mowry
Wishes by Joji Locatelli
Chilly Podsters by Glenna C
What have we finished?
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Petite Bulles by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Petite Bulles
The Self-Indulgent Knit-along 2026 is in the books! We chat about some of the projects and give out prizes to those who entered their finished items. If you would like to see all the finished items, you can check out the Ravelry thread here.
What are we wearing?
Derecho by Alison Green
Sharlene's Decrecho 2
Laar by Gudrun Johnston
Gayle's Laar
What are we stalking?
Moonflower Tee by Ksenia Naidyon
Dorel by Alison Green
Zinone by Andi Satterlund
Calathea Tee by Ksenia Naidyon
Stripes by Andrea Mowry
Lola Chic by Annie Lupton
Dawe by Amy Miller
Constellate by Hunter Hammersen
Dotted Rays by Stephen West
Reignbeaux by Yelly L. D.
What are we knitting?
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Wishes by Joji Locatelli
Chilly Podsters by Glenna C
Thank you to our sponsors Life is Cozy & Peninsula Yarn!
What have we finished?
Garden Cardigan by Ankestrick
Sharlene's Garden Cardigan
Shaniko Wool information
Budapest Hat by Zsuzsanna Orthodoxou
Sharlene's Budapest Hat
Melt the ICE Hat by Paul Neary
Where are they Now? SIKAL edition
We chat about some of our SIKAL projects from year's past.
Oranje by Anne Weaver
Gayle's Oranje
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Clio
Zweig by Caitlin Hunter
Gayle's Zweig
Sun Salutation by Celia McAdam Cahill
Sharlene's Sun Salutation
The Lounger by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Lounger
Metropolitan Pullover by Tori Yu
Sharlene's Metropolitan
Forever 16 by Minimi Knit Design
Gayle's Forever 16
What are we wearing?
KP Pullover by Eri Shimizu
Sharlene's KP Pullover
Focus Dress by Meiju Kallio
Gayle's Focus Dress
What are we stalking?
Star Jasmine Mini Scarf by Ksenia Naidyon
Newspaper Socks by Shuyi Wu
Spring patterns
Dreaming of Spring by Jessica McDonald
Suzie Sweater by Suzanne Müller
Conservative Poncho by Reiko Murata
What are we knitting?
Garden Cardigan by Ankestrick
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Wishes Cardigan by Joji Locatelli
Thank you to our sponsors Life is Cozy & Peninsula Yarn!
What have we finished?
Whisp by Elizabeth Doherty
Hoodola by Laura Nelkin
Gayle's Hoodola
School of Knit: Let's talk cables, part 2
Tara by Alice Starmore
Alice Starmore's designs
Beatnik by Norah Gaughan
Stag Head Pullover by Norah Gaughan
Antler Toque by Tincanknits
A Twisted Affair by Joji Locatelli
Fetching by Cheryl Niamath
What are we wearing?
Confetti by Veera Valimaki
Sharlene's Confetti
Aamu by Joanna Ignatius
Gayle's Aamu
What are we stalking?
Fiona by Vicky Chan
The Cozy Hoodie by Clarissa Schellong
Whisp by Elizabeth Doherty
Around the World Sweater by Carmen Jorissen
Piccolo Fiore by Claudia Quintanilla
Flora Adora Hat by Mary Pranica
What are we knitting?
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Generic ribbed hat
Garden Cardigan by Ankestrick
Hoodola by Laura Nelkin
Whisp by Elizabeth Doherty
Chilly Podsters by Glenna C
Thank you to our sponsor Twice-Sheared Sheep!
What have we finished?
Whisp by Elizabeth Doherty
The Lounger by Joji Locatelli
Chione by Andrea Gaughan
School of Knit: Let's talk cables!
We start a cable conversation which will ultimately span two episodes. Some of the patterns and projects we mention are listed below.
Citadel by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Citadel
Dragonflies Jumper by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Dragonflies
Gayle's Dragonflies
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Clio
Gayle's Clio
Evangeline by Michelle Szeghalmi-Shirley
Gayle's Evangeline
Hogwart's Express by Susan Ashcroft
Sharlene's Hogwart's Express
Owls cup cozy
Owls by Kate Davies Designs
Sharlene's Owls
October Hat by Sloane Rosethal
Trickster by Elizabeth Doherty
What are we wearing?
Zephyr Mark II by Celia McAdam Cahill
Sharlene's Zephyr
The Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Squam Sweater
Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Elton
Gayle's Zweig
Zweig by Caitlin Hunger
What are we stalking?
Umbriel Hat by Courtney Kelly
Coffee Run by Veronika Lindberg
How Norwegians expressed resistance against Nazi occupation
Susan's Mad Knitting episode 98: Some thoughts on knitting and resistance
(This is a YouTube link)
Fleece and Harmony Mystery Blanket 2004 by Fleece and Harmony
Lale by Anke Telschow
Nordwand by Birgit Grunwald
What are we knitting?
The Lounger by Joji Locatelli
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Chione by Andrea Gaughan
Chilly Podsters by Glenna C
Thank you to our sponsor Twice-Sheared Sheep!
What have we finished?
Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Crochet moss stitch blanket #2
Bits and Bobs Blanket by Kay Jones
Gayle's blanket
Basic Doodle Hat by Jamie Lomax
Gayle's Doodle Hat
Rainbow dots Cowl by Jenina Böttger
Gayle's Rainbow Dots
We chat about Barbara Walker, a knitting exceptional, who passed away in December. You can read her New York Times obituary here.
If you are a long-time listener, you know we like to do something a little special to celebrate our anniversay. This episode is a little different. (Pro tip: If you've never listened to one of our episodes before, try one of the regular episodes in addition to this special one!)
For our 14th anniversary, we take a little road trip...
Our visit to The Enchanted Skein, Room 1 1950s
American Thread Company
Stitchcraft magazine
The Workbasket magazine
Vogue Knitting
Women's Day
Smart Crochet
Needlework Illustrated by Weldon's, The Romantic Jumper
Herbert Niebling
Long double pointed needles
Scandanavian Ski Sweater by Elizabeth Zimmermann
Number Knitting by Viginia Woods Bellamy
Good Housekeeping Complete Book of Needlecraft
Room 2 1980s
Leisure Arts
Alice Starmore's Book of Fair Isle Knitting
Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac
Knitting Around by Elizabeth Zimmermann
A Wonderful Wallaby by Carol A. Anderson
Wisconsin Winter Socks by Carol A. Anderson
Vogue Knitting Holiday 1986
Lattice Crew by Nancy Marchant
Glorious Knits by Kaffe Fasset
Norah Gaughan
Baby Surprise Jacket by Elizabeth Zimmermann
Room 3 2000s
Clapotis by Kate Gilbert
Jaywalker by Grumperina
Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure
Susie's Reading Mitts by Dancing Ewe Yarns
Ishbel by Ysolda Teague
Interweave Knits
Knitter's Magazine
Knitscene
Stitch 'N Bitch by Debbie Stoller
The Knitter's Book of Yarn by Clara Parkes
Custom Knits by Wendy Bernard
Yogini Bolero by Wendy Bernard
What are we wearing?
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Sharlene's Ranunculus
Gayle's Ranunculus
What are we stalking?
Turn Around the Corner by Hinterm Stein
Petites Bulles by Joji Locatelli
Ebony Granny Square Blanket by Mallory Krall
Callisto Hat by Tommy Knits
Winter Hug Hood by Drops Design
Fortuna's Wheel Pullover by Elspeth Vance
What are we knitting?
Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli
The Lounger by Joji Locatelli
Crochet Moss Stitch blanket
Basic Doodle Hat by Jamie Lomax
Chione by Andrea Gaughn
Rainbow Dots Cowl by Janina Böttger
What have we finished?
Crochet Moss Stitch blanket
Auckland Bound by Maddie Moe
Sharlene's Auckland Bound
Marrow Hat by Victoria Chapelina
Sharlene's Marrow Hat
Katie's Kep by Wilma Malcolmson
Gayle's Katie's Kep
Knitting in the News 2026
The Knitted Hood is Making a Serious Comeback
The Sheep Detectives movie trailer
World Wildlife Fund Knit for Nature
Monkeys at rescue center receive knitted gifts
Care Home residents deliver knitted hearts
Game of Wool
What are we wearing?
Love Note by Tincanknits
Sharlene's Love Note
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Gayle's Ranunculus
What are we stalking?
Jelly Top by Mei Bruns
Kristine Cardigan by Zanete Knits
Sacha by Soligreen Design
Basic Doodle Hat by Jamie Lomax
Katie's Kep by Wilma Malcolmson
Hello From My Colors Crop by Jessie Maed Designs
Thrumline by Gillian McLeod
What are we knitting?
Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Aukland Bound by Maddy Moe
Crochet Moss Stitch blanket
SIKAL swatch for The Lounger by Joji Locatelli
Chione by Andrea Gaughan
BABA sweater by Ankestrick
Bits and Bobs Blanket by Kay Jones
Thank you to our sponsor Plum Deluxe Tea!
What have we finished?
Gayle finished her (possibly) last charity hat of the year
Yarniacs this or that
Feel free to answer the questions in the Ravelry thread if you'd like!
Coffee or tea?
At the gym, spin or boot camp class?
Breakfast or lunch?
Bracelets or earrings?
Salty or sweet?
Beach or forest?
Drama or fantasy?
Christmas or Halloween?
Star Wars or Star Trek?
Handwritten or typed?
Book first or movie first?
Joggers or jeans?
Silly hat or silly socks?
Cables or colorwork?
Pullover or cardigan?
Embroidery or cross stitch?
Woolen-spun or worsted-spun?
Paper pattern or digital pattern?
Trendy pattern or tried and true pattern?
Yarn cake or yarn ball?
Merino or other breed?
Art museum or history museum?
Camping or glamping?
Not a this or that, but a fun way to end the discussion: Describe your perfect knitting spot
This is our last episode for 2025. Thanks for being a Yarniacs Podcast listener!
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What are we wearing?
Pacific Crest by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Pacific Crest
Citadel by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Citadel
What are we stalking?
Midnight Drive by Melanie Berg
Double Hat by SuviKnits
Ribbed Wonder Easy Hat by Crochet 365 Knit Too
Ride the Waves by Beth MacDonald Stone
Sassafras Pullover by Andrea Gaughan
Raithlin Island Shawl by Brenda Brayfield
What are we knitting?
Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's crochet moss stitch blanket
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Aukland Bound by Maddy Moe
Bits and Bobs Blanket by Kay Jones
BABA Sweater by Ankestrick
Thank you to our sponsor Plum Deluxe Tea!
What have we finished?
Sharlene's hat
Bits and Bobs Blanket by Kay Jones
Gayle's Bits and Bobs
What do you do when you lose your knitting mojo?
We have some suggestions on things to do to spark interest; and why it's okay to take a much-needed break!
What are we wearing?
All the shawls and cowls!
Forever 16 by Minimi Knit Design
Gayle's Forever 16
What are we stalking?
Hakuba Hooded Scarf by Yoko Johnston
Fairisle Sheep Yoke Sweater by Martin Storey
Fairisle Sheep Bobble Hat by Martin Storey
Fairisle Sheep Cushion by Martin Storey
Tiny Tree Socks by Summer Lee
Meias Butterfly by Marina Albertoni
Swayze by Tanis Lavallee
Fair Isle Vest Mary Jane Mucklestone
What are we knitting?
Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's crochet moss stitch blanket
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Basic hat knit in the round
One Love Mystery KAL by Joji Locatelli
Bits and Bobs Blanket by Kay Jones
Thank you for the support you have given to our podcast through the years.
Would you like to donate? You can donate here!
What have we finished?
One Love Mystery KAL by Joji Locatelli
We chat about the upcoming Self-Indulgent Knit-Along 2026.
We'll start on the December solstice, on or about December 21, and conclude on the March equinox, on or about March 20. Three months of self indulgence! Join us chatting in the Ravelry group threads.
What are we wearing?
Gridlines by Susanne Sommer
Sharlene's Gridlines
Quintia by Cate Carter-Evans
What are we stalking?
Twilly by Jennifer Weissman
Cityscape Hat by Tori Yu
Just a Hat by Halyna Shemchuk
Crocheted Jelly Roll Blanket by Kay Jones
Skwaer Shawlette by Simone Bechtold
Sweet Saturday Sweater by Kelly Fowler
What are we knitting?
Crochet moss stitch blanket
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli
One Love Mystery KAL by Joji Locatelli
Bits and Bobs Blanket by Kay Jones
What have we finished?
City Walk Hat by Celeste Knitwear
Sharlene's City Walk Hat
Quintia by Cate Carter-Evans
Gayle's Quintia
Where are yours now?
We discuss some questions that a listener posted to our chat group. How many sweaters/shawls/items have you knit? How many do you still wear of the ones made for yourself? How many were gifts? Is there a percentage of things you knit for yourself verses how many you give away?
Thank you for supporting us! We appreciate you, our listeners, who have supported us through these years of podcasting. If you would like to donate to our podcast, you can find a PayPal link for The Yarniacs Podcast here. Thank you!
What are we wearing?
Gridlines by Susanne Sommer
What are we stalking?
Midwinter by Maaike van Geijn
Midsummer by Maaike van Geijn
Wander by Lotta H. Löthgren
One Love Mystery Shawl by Joji Locatelli
Toes by Terry by Terry Schmidt
Non troppo by Asa Tricosa
Wayworn by Melanie Berg
What are we knitting?
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
City Walk Hat by Celeste Knitwear
Mabel's Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's crochet moss stitch blanket
Quintia by Cate Carter-Evans
BABA sweater by Ankestrick
Gayle's socks
Thank you to our October sponsor Twice-Sheared Sheep!
What have we finished?
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Colby
Timberland by Annamaria Ötvös
Gayle's Timberland
We revisit a topic we first discussed in episode 166, how "knitting soothes the troubled spirit."
The full quote by Elizabeth Zimmermann is from her book Knitting without Tears as follows:
Properly practiced, knitting soothes the troubled spirit, and it doesn't hurt the untroubled spirit either.
What are we wearing?
Love Note by Tincanknits
Sharlene's Love Note 1 and Love Note 2
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Marklee 1 and Marklee 2
What are we stalking?
Ghali by Zanette Knits
Nivalda by Elena Solier Jansà
Ghosties by Allison Schmidt
Syltrose Breeze by Dagmar Römke
Miel Sweater by Claudia Quintanilla
(Oops, Gayle accidentally swaps "patterns" and "projects". Ravelry lists over 90 projects, but very few are displayed because they don't have photos.)
What are we knitting?
Gridlines by Susanne Sommer
Ilha by Orlane Suche
Quintia by Cate Carter-Evans
Thank you to our October sponsor Twice-Sheared Sheep!
What have we finished?
Two Bridges Shawl by Tori Yu
Timberland by Annamaria Ötvös
School of Knit: What patterns taught us the most about garment construction
What are we wearing?
Ebbetts by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Ebbetts
Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Elton
What are we stalking?
Konpeito by Megumi Shinagawa
Kitten Catch Mittens by Florence Miller
Scrap Yarn Hedgehog by Midori Hirose
Aros by PetiteKnit
Bajads by Asa Tricosa
Goldtau by Asa Tricosa
What are we knitting?
Gridlines by Susanne Sommer
Two Bridges Shawl by Tori Yu
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Granito by Joji Locatelli
The Indoorsy Socks by Sonder Yarn Co.
Thank you to our October sponsor Twice-Sheared Sheep!
What have we finished?
Cassaluna Scarf by Meret Buetzberger
Timberland Hat by Annamaria Otvos
We discuss the Colors of Fall 2025, projects and prize wrap up! Thanks to all who played along with us.
What are we wearing?
Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Elton
The Lounger by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Lounger
What are we stalking?
Mayhemma by Asa Tricosa
Sleeping Beauty Sweater by Elenor Mortensen
Noctua Cardigan by Orlane Sucche
So Sporty Socks by Natalija KeenWhale
Tartan Shawl by Beatrice Mase
Bittercress by Fay Kennington
Ghostlight by Faye Kennington
What are we knitting?
Gridlines by Susanne Sommer
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Cassaluna Scarf by Meret Buetzberger
Timberland Hat by Annamaria Otvos
The Indoorsy Socks by Sonder Yarn Co.
Thank you to this month's sponsor, Fluff & Nonsense Yarns!
Gayle's suggests:
Esker Fade by Tess Vandekolk
Esker Lite by Tess Vandekolk
(Don't forget to use the discount code!)
What have we finished?
The Simple Thing by Melina Brell
Sharlene's Simple Thing
Sheep Camp Sweater by Jennifer Berg
Gayle's Sheep Camp
We share some thoughts on how the tariff situation in the US may change our immediate purchasing habits.
What are we wearing?
Fancy Cardi by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Fancy Cardi
Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart
Gayle's Anthology Throw
What are we stalking?
Old Town Sweater by MJ's Off the Hook Designs
Cleared for Take Off by Cally Monster
It's time to display/wear/knit your spooky season projects!
Fischells by Jennifer Beale
Ceallaigh by Johanna Gehrisch
Lasagna Beanie by Sandra Kwan
What are we knitting?
The Simple Thing by Melina Brell
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Sheep Camp Sweater by Jennifer Berg
Granito by Joji Locatelli
Indoorsy Socks by Sonder Yarn Company
Cassaluna Scarf by Meret Buetzberger
Thank you to this month's sponsor, Fluff & Nonsense Yarns!
What have we finished?
We finished FO pics! (yay!)
Gayle's Tursa
Gayle's Paper Dolls
Sharlene's Birds of a Feather
Sharlene's Granny Stitch Shawl
Sharlene's Bird Song Shawl
We continue our chat about knitting in popular culture, focusing on books and literature.
Our studio audience while we were recording:
What are we wearing?
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Sharlene's Ranunculus
Annabelle Blouse by Sys Feddens
Sharlene's Annabelle
What are we stalking?
Summer Afternoon Shawl by Zoë Scheffy
Moontower by Samantha Guerin
Sisterhood Shawl by Briana Arlene
Bright Side by Espace Tricot
BABA sweater by Ankestrick
Wishes Cardigan by Joji Locatelli
Escalier by Andrea Rangel
What are we knitting?
Two Bridges Shawl by Tori Yu
Ilha by Orlane Sucche
Sharlene's hat
The Simple Thing by Melina Brell
Granito by Joji Locatelli
Midnight Garden Pullover by Andrea Rangel
Sheep Camp Sweater by Jennifter Berg
Thank you to our sponsor Plum Deluxe!
What have we finished?
Ebbetts by Elizabeth Doherty
Quinata Socks by Summer Lee
Gayle's Quinata Socks
Paper Dolls by Kate Davies Designs
Gayle's Paper Dolls
We talk about knitting in popular cutlure!
What are we wearing?
Islet Raglan by Leila Raven
Sharlene's Islet
Little Bird by Veera Valimaki
Gayle's Little Bird
What are we stalking?
Tiny Muscari Pullover by Eri Shimizu
Dancing Droplet Skinny Scarf by Stephen West
Octodot Cowl by Veronica Ory
Dreamweft Sweater by Zanete Knits
Caribbean Sea Sweater by MJ Off the Hook Designs
Grove by Tincanknits
What are we knitting?
Ebbetts by Elizabeth Doherty
Two Bridges Shawl by Tori Yu
The Simple Thing by Melina Brell
Quinata Socks by Summer Lee
Paper Dolls by Kate Davies Designs
Cassaluna Scarf by Meret Buetzberger
Midnight Garden Pullover by Andrea Rangel
Thank you to our sponsor Plum Deluxe!
What have we finished?
Anker's Hat by PetiteKnit
Sharlene's Anker's Hat
Sharlene's latest spin
We chat about knitting pattern management.
What are we wearing?
Calyx by Elizabeth Doherty
Viajante by Martina Behm
What are we stalking?
Two Bridges Shawl by Tori Yu
Stripy Unicorn by Joji Locatelli
Inovec by Karin Fernandez
Knitted Granny Square by Susan Rainey
Mollie Blouse by Wemade wardrobe
Calypso Sweater by Black Cat Knitting Company
Midnight Garden Pullover by Andrea Rangel
What are we knitting?
Ebbetts by Elizabeth Doherty
Anker's Hat by PetiteKnit
The Simple Thing by Melina Brell
Paper Dolls by Kate Davies
Quinata Socks by Summer Lee
Cassaluna Scarf by Meret Buetzberger
Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart
Thank you to this month's sponsor, Fluff & Nonsense Yarns!
What have we finished?
Anker's Hat by PetiteKnit
Sharlene's Anker's Hat
Tchaikovsky Hat by Helen Stewart
Sharlene's Tchaikovsky Hat
Elfbaby Hat by Robynn Weldon
Gayle's Elfbaby
Ilha by Orlane Suche
Gayle's Ilha
We share a couple of Knitting in the News stories!
What we lose when we are priced out of our hobbies from The Atlantic
Cinema teams up with crafters
Jumpers and Jazz in July
Knitting is Cool Again from The Guardian
The Northeast Fiber Exchange
What are we wearing?
Donner by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Donner
Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Elton Pullover
Everyday Attitude by Susanne Sommer
Gayle's Everyday Attitude
What are we stalking?
Poppy's Garden by Sally Melville
Back Seat Driver Hat by Kathy Zimmerman
Xyris by Audrey Borrego
Lowrider Jumper by Iron Lamb
Calypso Sweater by Black Cat Knitting Company
Sheep Camp Sweater by Jennifer Berg
The Everyday (Jumper) by Along Avec Anna
What are we knitting?
Anker's Hat by Petite Knit
The Simple Thing by Melina Brell
Ebbetts by Elizabeth Doherty
Paper Dolls by Kate Davies Designs
Ilha by Orlane Suche
Thank you to this month's sponsor, Fluff & Nonsense Yarns!
What have we finished?
Salty Air Tee by Samantha Guerin
Tursa by Natasja Hornby
You loved the yarn store etiquette segment—here's part 2!
What are we wearing?
Bowen by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Bowen
BlueSand Cardigan by La Maison Rililie
Gayle's BlueSand
Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart
Gayle's Anthology Throw
What are we stalking?
Bolan by Leila Raven
Suimon Shawl by Eri Shimizu
Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart
(no need to) Panic Sweater by Casapinka
Passerine by Chloe Elizabeth Birch
What are we knitting?
Ebbetts by Elizabeth Doherty
The Simple Thing by Melina Brell
generic hat (making it up as I go along!)
Salty Air Tee by Samantha Guerin
The Comfort Core Sock Set by Summer Lee
Paper Dolls by Kate Davies Designs
Ilha by Orlane Suche
Tursa by Natasja Hornby
Cozy Classic Light by Jessie Maed Designs
Thank you to our sponsors Marianated Yarns and Katinka Designs!
What have we finished?
The Perfectionist Trap by Kacey Herlihy
The Simple Thing by Melina Brell
Bankhead by Susie Gourlay
We have a chat about yarn store etiquette.
What are we wearing?
Liv Light by Carrie Bostick Hoge
Sharlene's Liv Light
Liv by Carrie Bostick Hoge
In Motion Vest by Tian Connaughtan
Lunki Scarf by Anu Ahoniemi
What are we stalking?
Petra by Alison Green
Hideaway Sweater by Hook Mountain Handmade
Hideaway Cardigan by Hook Mountain Handmade
Sepia Stripes by Joji Locatelli
Smookie by Kate Davies
Sepia Stripes by Joji Locatelli
Strata Pullover by Tif Neilan
Jay Sweater by Rachel Brockman
Kintra by Rebecca Clow
What are we knitting?
Salty Air Tee by Samantha Guerin
The Perfectionist Trap by Kacey Herlihy
The Simple Thing by Melina Brell
Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard
Cozy Classic Light by Jessie Maed Designs
Thank you to our sponsors Marianated Yarns and Katinka Designs!
What have we finished?
Two by Two by Anne Gagnon
Sharlene's Two by Two
Colors of Fall projects: Where are they now?
Gayle's Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Bright Side by Espace Tricot
Gayle's Ariana by Amy Cristoffers
Sharlene's Islet Drop by Leila Raven
Sharlene's Islet by Leila Raven
Sharlene's Sun Salutation by Celia McAdam Cahill
Gayle's No Sweat Shirt by Park Williams
Gayle's Latitude by Elizabeth Doherty
What are we wearing?
Current by Cecily Glowik MacDonald
Sharlene's Current
What are we stalking?
High Falls Pullover by Andrea Gaughan
Coomo Cardigan by Ankestrick
Garden Cardigan by Ankestrick
Fisherfolk's Fancy sock set by Stone Knits
Nightfern by Bharti Grzegorzewska
Evora by Celia McAdam Cahill
Clochette by Louise Robert
What are we knitting?
Two by Two by Anne Gagnon
Salty Air Tee by Samantha Guerin
The Perfectionist Trap by Kacey Herlihy
The Indoorsy Socks by Sonder Yarn Co.
Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard
Cozy Classic Light by Jessie Maed Designs
Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep!
Use the code YARNIAC20
What have we finished?
Sharlene's generic handspun hat
Flores by Eri Shimizu
Everyday Attitude by Susanne Sommer
Gayle's Everyday Attitude
We introduce the Colors of Fall 2025!
#COFKAL #COFKAL2025
Our Ravelry discussion and links to the palettes here.
What are we wearing?
Sorrel by Wool & Pine
Sharlene's Sorrel
Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart
Gayle's Anthology Throw
What are we stalking?
Jean Sweater by Johanna Gehrisch
Flutter by Meiju Kallio
Reflections by Meiju Kallio
Our "pose" bundle
Crumpet Cardigan by Park Williams
Sea Sweater by Yuko Shimizu
Peggotty Light by Claire Slade
What have we been knitting?
Flores by Eri Shimizu
The Perfectionist Trap by Kacie Herlihy
The Indoorsy Socks by Sonder Yarn Co.
Everyday Attitude by Susanne Sommer
Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep!
What have we finished?
Bird Song Shawl by Ksenia Naidyon
Aamu by Joanna Ignatius
Gayle's Aamu
School of Knit
Knit that swatch, part 2: We talk about swatching for circular knitting.
What are we wearing?
The Weekender by Andrea Mowry
Sharlene's Weekender
No Sweat Shirt by Park Williams
Gayle's No Sweat Shirt
What are we stalking?
Bliss-Bloss Shawl by Ambah O'Brien
Inlet by Yumiko Alexander
Josefine shawl by Anna Strandberg
Wildspun Wrap by Beata Jezek
Partition Pullover by James N. Watts
Paper Dolls by Kate Davies Designs
What are we knitting?
Flores by Eri Shimizu
Bird Song Shawl by Ksenia Naidyon
The Perfectionist Trap by Kacie Herlihy
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Aukland Bound by Maddy Moe
Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep!
What have we finished?
Sharlene's Granny Stitch shawl
Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Marklee DK
We talk about the mechanics of swatching. How do you swatch?
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What are we wearing?
Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Marklee DK
Forever 16 by Minimi Knit Design
Gayle's Forever 16
What are we stalking?
Mello Kitty by Casapinka
Raise the Woof by Casapinka
Zephyr (Worsted) by Celia McAdam Cahill
Stone Sugar by Melanie Berg
Ink and Brass by Dani Sunshine
Meridien by Joji Locatelli
What are we knitting?
Flores by Eri Shimizu
Granny Stitch Crescent Shawl
The Perfectionist Trap by Kacie Herlihey
Aamu by Joanna Ignatius
Aukland Bound by Maddy Mo
Pelagic by Hunter Hammerson
Orchard Harvest Beanie by Benjamin Matthews
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Lonely Hearts Club 2024 by Becky Beagell
Let's talk about needle management! We share our needle management strategies and some ideas and types of storage that we have seen others use.
What are we wearing?
Metropolitan Pullover by Tori Yu
Sharlene's Metropolitan
Oranje by Ann Weaver
Gayle's Oranje
What are we stalking?
Clam (Ahoi) by Ankestrick
Cruise (Ahoi) by Ankestrick
Aika by Megumi Shinagawa
Gayle's Felix by Amy Christoffers 🐸
Gayle's Doocot by Kate Davies 🐸
Eun Sweater by Ane Fiskum Sunde
Chromelia by Marina Storm
Aurora Borealis by Svetlana Gordon
What are we knitting?
Flores by Eri Shimizu
Blue Agate Shawl mash up
Bird Song Shawl by Ksenia Naidyon
Aamu by Ignatius
Tursa by Natasja Hornby
Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard
Thank you to this month's sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool!
We revisit the topic of test knitting and share some comments from the discussion in our Ravelry group. We also announce prize winners for the recently completed #SIKAL #SIKAL2025.
What are we wearing?
Felix Cardigan by Amy Cristoffers
Sharlene's Felix Cardigan
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Gayle's Ranunculus
What are we stalking?
Film Reel Socks by Alex Parker Mooney
Pino Socks by Verra Valimaki
Moomintroll Scarf by Susanna Mertsalmi
A Simple Breath by Rosemary Hill
Bahija Beanie by Daniel Drennan ElAwar
What are we knitting?
Perfectionist Trap by Kacey Herlihe
Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty
Flores by Eri Shimizu
Bird Song Shawl by Ksenia Naidyon
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Tursa by Natasja Hornby
Aamu by Joanna Ignatius
Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn!
What have we finished?
Cake Pop Sweater by Joji Locatelli 🐸🐸🐸
Forever 16 by Minimi Designs
Where are they now?
Cable Crush Joggers by Knitatude
Gayle's Cable Crush Joggers
Sorrel by Wool & Pine
Sharlene's Sorrel
Sun Salutation by Celia McAdam Cahill
The Lounger by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Lounger
The Throwback by Andrea Mowry
Gayle's Throwback
What are we wearing?
The Traveling Sweater by A. Karen Alfke
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Marklee
What are we stalking?
Gridlines by Susanne Sommer
Flores by Eri Shimizu
Willow Branch by Tif Neilan
Salty Air Tee by Samantha Guerin
James by Amy Miller
Aamu by Piia Maria
Hoodola by Laura Nelkin
What are we knitting?
The Perfectionist Trap by Kacey Herlihy
Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty
Tursa by Natasja Hornby
Rainbow Dots Cowl by Janina Bottger
MoreEnds by Theresa Schabes
Thank you to our sponsor Fluff and Nonsense Yarn!
What have we finished?
Sharlene's basic hat
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Marklee
What are we wearing?
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Sharlene's Ranunculus
Bright Side by Espace Tricot
Gayle's Bright Side
The Lounger by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Lounger
What are we stalking?
Light Waves by Kate Davies
Conjoined Sock Twins by Katherine Richmond
Kintra by Rebecca Clow
Rainbow dots Cowl by Janina Böttger
Comfort Core Sock Set by Summer Lee
Aukland Bound by Maddie Moe
What are we knitting?
Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's generic hat
The Perfectionist Trap by Kacie Herlihy
Tiny Hearts Hat by Little Squirrel Yarn
Tursa by Natasja Hornby
Simple Thing by Minimi Knit Designs
Forever 16 by Minimi Knit Designs
What have we finished?
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty
We share some listener's suggestions for knitting on a budget and do a Self-Indulgent Knit Along update!
Thank you for all the lovely comments and well wishes on our 13th anniversary! We want to thank YOU, our listeners, who have donated and sponsored our podcast. You help keep the lights on here at The Yarniacs Podcast. And now, back to our regular content.
Thank you for joining us for another year of podcasting!
What are we wearing?
Donner by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's wool Donner
Daydreamer Cardigan by Veronika Lindberg
What are we stalking?
Trixie Sweater by Espace Tricot
The Perfectionist Trap by Kacey Herlihy
Radical Acceptance by Rosemary Hill
Clanjamfrie by Kate Davies
Fairy Bouquet by Joanna Ang
Trompe Le Monde Socks by Summer Lee
What are we knitting?
Sharlene's no-pattern hat
Cake Pop Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty
Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard
Tursa by Natasja Hornby
What have we finished?
Metropolitan Pullover by Tori Yu
Daydreamer Cardigan by Veronika Lindberg
Fletcher by Elizabeth Doherty
Sunny Side Up Socks by Summer Lee
Amigurumi Penguin by Lion Brand Yarn
Raindrops Hat by Mirella Moments
We talk about knitting within your budget and share some tips from episode 205.
Welcome to The Yarniacs Podcast 13th anniversary episode!
Please note, this is NOT a regular episode! Join us for a fun trip down to the Yarniacs vault of episodes, patterns, sweaters, and laughter! (If you've never listened to our podcast before, please be sure to listen to one of our regular episodes too.) Enjoy!
The vault of patterns we've knit
Joji Locatelli patterns we mention:
Boxy
Jenica Hoodie
Neon
The Way from Brighton
Episode 65 features an interview with Joji Locatelli.
The vault of stalked sweaters: fantasy knitting!
Gridlines Pullover by Susanne Sommer
Paper Dolls by Kate Davies
Alewives Cowl by Elizabeth Doherty
Donner by Elizabeth Doherty
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty
Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty
The vault of memories of yarn shows!
Wildflower Cardigan by Alana Dakos
Aspen Sock Yarn by Western Sky Knits
Magnolia Sock by Western Sky Knits
Episode 36 features and interviews with Kim of Western Sky Knits.
Thank you to our sponsor Western Sky Knits!
The vault of finished items ( and sometimes 🐸)
Ribby Pulli by Bonne Marie Burns
Brooklyn Raglan Lite by Tori Yu
And for the first time ever, we end with a Yarniacs blooper reel!
What are we wearing?
Beacon by Shellie Anderson
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Marklee
What are we stalking?
Turtle Dove V-neck by Sonder Yarn Company
Winter's Finery by Rosemary Hill
Quaking Aspen Wrap by Purl Soho
Antelope Valley Snood by Tracy Pipinich
Waffle Loop Sweater by Other Loops
What are we knitting?
Basic hat (no pattern)
Cake Pop Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Metropolitan Pullover by Tori Yu
Forever 16 by Minimi Designs
West Desert Hood by Virginia Catherall
Sunny Side Up Socks by Summer Lee
Thank you to our sponsor Western Sky Knits!
What have we finished?
Trickster by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Tricksters
Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Leuder
Gayle's Hermione socks
Reflections by Meiju Kallio
Do you know what types of garments and patterns you wear the most? Asking yourself a few simple questions can help you choose patterns that you will really wear. This is the basis of the Yarniacs Sweater Challenge, in which we take a critical look at the items we wear, and use that information to help us choose patterns that will fit our lifestyles, our bodies, and are comfortable to live in.
#yarniacssweaterchallenge
What are we wearing?
Sorrel by Wool & Pine
Sharlene's Sorrel
Super Simple Summer Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Super Simple Summer Sweater
What are we stalking?
Geode Hygge Burst Hexie by Mallory Krall
Never Too Late Sweater by Minimi Knit Design
CatKnit Pullover by Andrea Rangel
Sunny Side Up Socks by Summer Lee
Cozy Wifey by Marzena Kolaczek
What are we knitting?
Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder
Daydreamer Cardigan by Veronika Lindberg
Reflections by Meiju Kallio
Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep
What have we finished?
Evanescence by Joji Locatelli
Trickster by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Trickster Hats
Knitting in the news!
Baby rhino recovers under knitting group's blanket
Rainbow Wool
Only Murders in the Building, neighbor Howard's granny sweater
Patrick Stewart knitter #3
Knitters create Christmas jumper for gritter
Why Recycled Wool is the Future
Yarn left at memorial bench is returned as a scarf
Happy New Year!
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
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
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
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.
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!
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!
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
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.
What are we wearing?
Farallon by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Farallon
What are we stalking?
Moss Stitch in a Square Blankets by Sarah Zimmerman
Ochre Pullover by Ambah O'Brien
Lilli Pilli Wrap by Ambah O'Brien
Simple Crochet Shrug by Lion Brand Yarn
Pinwheel Socks by Summer Lee
Fiori by Wonder Yarn Company
What are we knitting?
Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli
Basic Nonsense Sock by Tess Vandekolk
Gayle is working on a test knit for Fluff and Nonsense Yarn
Reflections by Meiju Kallio
Thank you Fix-A-Stitch for your support!
What have we finished?
Breezeway by Laura Aylor
Suri Shirt by Caidree
Gayle and I attended a class by Carson Demers and had a great experience. Highly recommended! We have a discussion about some of his great tips and where to find more resources.
Carson Demers on Fruity Knitting podcast
Carson Demer's article on Modern Daily Knitting
Hand Exercises for Knitters
Ergonomics for Knitters
No, we are not knitting at the Olympics. We are enjoying the athletic endeavors from the comfort of our homes. 😊 But hey... I did hear that there's a diver who knits in the stands. Anyone else hear about that?
What are we wearing?
Wishes by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Wishes
What are we stalking?
Matryoshkats by Anna Hrachovec
Eiffel Showers by Susan Ashcroft
Islet Triangle by Leila Raven
Oddities by Hunter Hammerson
Fall Come Back Now by Megan Williams
On the Contrary by Amanda Kremer
Karamelli Sweater by Vera Valimaki
What are we knitting?
Breezeway by Laura Aylor
Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli
Suri Shirt by Caidree
Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli
Thank you Fix-A-Stitch for your support!
What have we finished?
Sun Salutation by Celia Cahill
Little Boxes Socks by Summer Lee
Knitting in the news!
Diver Tom Daly's 2024 Olympic sweater
AI knit and crochet scam warning
Mystery knitters show off summer ice cream display
How to knit a human
The Game of Wool
Emotional Support Chickens in the news
What are we wearing?
Islet Drop by Leila Raven
Sharlene's Islet Drop
What are we stalking?
Little Squares Knitted Blanket by Julie Harrison
Agave by Yumiko Alexander
Pop by Margaret
Breeze sleeveless airy top by Irene Lin
Wave by Kim Hargreaves
What are we knitting?
Sun Salutation by Celia Cahill
Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli
Breezeway by Laura Aylor
Suri Shirt by Caidree
Little Boxes Socks by Summer Lee
Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep
What have we finished?
Islet Drop by Leila Raven
Sharlene's Islet Drop
Simple Skyp Socks by Adrienne Ku
We chat some more about knitting from charts with some listener tips and ideas for using both paper patterns and digital patterns.
What are we wearing?
Look, Squirrel by Casapinka
Sharlene's Look, Squirrel
Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Pure Joy
What are we stalking?
Latte Da by Dana Fehrenbach
Lova by Britt-Marie Brehmer
Seashell Sweater Light by Minimi Knit Design
Nila by Natasha Hornby
Fleetwood by Tanis Lavalee
Shenanifriends by Cori Eichelberger
What are we knitting?
Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli
Breezeway by Laura Taylor
Islet Drop by Leila Raven
Pom Pom Socklets by Purl Soho
Gayle's test knit
Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep
We talk about knitting from charts, and have some tips to get you started or to keep you going.
What are we wearing?
Calyx by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Calyx
Lunki scarf by Anu Ahoniemi
What are we stalking?
Magic Spell by Nadia Cretin-Lechenne
Sugar Rush by Jacqui Verbeek
Hitofude Cardigan by Hiroku Fukatsu
Cocon d'AirPods by Godineau Marie
Fumin' Womb by Anaa Hrachovec
Summer Lotus by Maria Solvtofte
What are we knitting?
Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli
Breezeway by Laura Aylor
Metanoia Wrap by Christina Campbell
Pom Pom Socklets by Purl Soho
Fluff & Nonsense Yarn test knit
Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn!
What have we finished?
On the C Train by Espace Tricot
Sharlene's C Train hat
Brooklyn Raglan Lite by Tori Yu
Sharlene's Brooklyn Raglan Lite 2
Islet Raglan by Leila Raven
Sharlene's Islet Raglan
Colby Hat by Elizabeth Doherty
Wonder Wander Hat by Megan Williams
Gayle's Wonder Wander
Traktor by Ane Kydland Thomassen
Gayle's Tractor Hats
Pom Pom Socklets by Purl Soho
Gayle's Pom Pom Socklets
Loose Socks by Casual Fashion Queen
Gayle's Loose Socks
We chat a bit about how successful Gayle's vacation knitting projects were while on the trip, and some tips for cabling with charts.
Have you started your Colors of Fall KAL project? If you are posting updates on social media please use hashtags #cofkal or #cofkal2024. We can't wait to see what you are making!
Traveling this season? Sharlene's favorite tip is the reminder to pack your dental floss. That little cutter in the dental floss case works on yarn just as easily as the floss. (You're welcome! 😎)
And a reminder that the annual Colors of Fall Knit-Along starts on or about June 20, the day of the June Solstice in your area!
Gayle's vacation knitting includes:
Loose Socks by Casual Fashion Queen
Various hats
Sweater knit in pieces
Where are they now?
Seduction Socks by Ann Budd
Sharlene's Seduction Socks
Julie's Wrap by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Julie's Wrap
Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard
Sharlene's Cloud Iridescence
Whisper Cardigan by Hannah Fettig
Gayle's Whisper Cardigan
5200K by Suvi Simola
Gayle's 5200K
Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn!
And now, a blast from the past.
Specifically, our past! Some vacation tips from baby podcasters Gayle and Sharlene. Fortunately, these travel tips still hold up, and we thought we'd share again. Enjoy! Vacation, all I ever wanted Vacation, had to get away Vacation, meant to be spent alone Music and lyrics from Vacation by Charlotte Coffey, Jane Wiedlin, and Kathy Valentine
What are we wearing?
Donner by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Donner
The Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Squam
What are we stalking?
Smaragd by Svetlana Volkova
Salty Air Tee by Samantha Guerin
Flower Street Wrap by Sweater Freak
Audria Shawl by Inece Sang
Fabel Sweater by Thea Rytter
Milano by Carol Sunday
What are we knitting?
Brooklyn Raglan Lite by Tori Yu
On the C Train by Espace Tricot
Test knit sweater in pieces
Archer by Elizabeth Doherty
Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool.
What have we finished?
Ranunculus by Midori Hirosi
Sharlene's Ranunculus
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Basiita Beanie by Daniel Drennan ElAwar
Pilling. We've all had a sweater, shirt, or even exercise-wear fabric that pills. What can be done about those frustrating pills and how do you remove them?
Last month, a group of Yarniacs listeners got together in Cincinnati. Though Gayle and Sharlene were not able to attend, a wonderful time was had by all and we are hoping to do it again next year. There is a survey available for a future Yarniacs retreat/event here. If you are interested in such a future event, take a look. Thank you for helping us out.
What are we wearing?
Love Note by TinCanKnits
Sharlene's Love Note
Elton by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Elton
What are we stalking?
Sun Salutation by Celia McAdam Cahill
Sharlene's Sun Salutation
Gayle's Sun Salutation
Islet Raglan by Leila Raven
BABA sweater by Ankestrick
Hello Again by Amy Gunderson
End Times by Amy Gunderson
Scrappy Squares Blanket by Mark Roseboom
What are we knitting?
On the C Train by Espace Tricot
Metanoia Wrap by Christina Campbell
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Archer by Elizabeth Doherty
Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool.
What have we finished?
Brooklyn Raglan Light by Tori Yu
The Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Squam
Endpaper Mitts by Eunny Tang
Gayle's Endpaper Mitts
We end with a fun chat about the Colors of Fall Knit-along 2024 #cofkal2024
Start date: June Solstice - June 20 End date: September Equinox - September 22
Robbie is in town for the annual NoCKRs retreat, and we spent a lovely afternoon together recording this episode.
What are we wearing?
Boxy by Joji Locatelli
Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Elton
Loose Socks by Casual Fashion Queen
Gayle's Loose Socks
What are we knitting?
Brooklyn Raglan Lite by Tori Yu
Metanoia Wrap by Christina Campbell
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Cabled pullover/jumper that is a test knit
After Party by Callie Monster
Endpaper Mitts by Eunny Jang
Vanilla Socks by Crazy Sock Lady Designs
Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist
Boxy by Joji Locatelli
What have we finished?
Anker's Hat by Petite Knit
002 by Veronica Jobe
Sharlene's mom's quilt top, finished by Robbie! ❤️
Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool.
Robbie shares her personal journey with ADHD and how this has affected her crafting and knitting.
What are we wearing?
Pacific Crest by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Pacific Crest
Vestover by Elsbeth Judith
Gayle's Vestover
What are we stalking?
Organizer Mug Cozy by Sweet Potato 3
Tolsta Tee by Rebecca Clow
Sunshine Tee by Andrea Gaughan
Flip Side Tee by Tanis Lavalee
Fure by Olga Buraya-Kefelian
Jet Set Tunic by Park Williams
What are we knitting?
Anker's Hat by Petite Knit
Brooklyn Raglan Lite by Tori Yu
Metanoia Wrap by Christina Campbell
002 by Veronika Jobe
Heel Toe Do Si Do by Crazy Sock Lady Designs
Endpaper Mitts by Eunny Jang
The Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Doherty
Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? After Party by Callie Monster Granny Go Round Cardigan by Iron Lamb We introduce ourselves and talk planning for the Colors of Fall Knit-along!
What are we wearing?
Headland by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Headland Arabella by Ann McCauley What are we stalking? Evanescence by Joji Locatelli Easy Like Sunday Morning by Sonder Yarn Co. Draw by Amy Christoffers Troll by Gabriela Widmer-Hanke Sharlene's Troll Hats Crocus Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborne What are we knitting? After Party by Cally Monster Anker's Hat by PetiteKnit Sharlene's Anker's Hat Brooklyn Raglan Lite by Tori Yu The Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Doherty 002 by Veronika Jobe Heel Toe Do Si Do Socks by Crazy Sock Lady Designs Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? Rye sock by Tincanknits Gayle's socks Our School of Knit segment this episode talks about securing yarn ends. We start with a funny story of the two of us wondering why there are so many ends poking out of Gayle's sweater.
What are we wearing?
Calyx by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Calyx
Solasta by Kindred Red
Gayle's Solasta
What are we stalking?
Peacock tee by Lene Holme Samsoe
Faded Undulation Shawl by Stephen West
Nordic Emotions by Paola Albergamo
Forever 16 by Minimi Knit Design
Forever 16 tunic by Minimi Knit Design
Pimpom Shawl by Laura Penrose
Thistle Peak by Lisa Mutch
What are we knitting?
Granny Go Round Cardigan by Iron Lamb
After Party by Cally Monster
002 by Veronika Jobe
Rye Sock by Tincanknits
Rye worsted by Tincanknits
The Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Doherty
Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool Blanket Clubs!
What have we finished?
Mini granny blankets
Hats for donation
Loose Socks by Casual Fashion Queen
Moto Socks by Mara Catherine Bryner
Thank you for participating in the Self-indulgent knit-along! We chat about projects, patterns, participants, and prizes!
What are we wearing?
Sun Salutation by Celia Cahill
(to be published at the end of April 2024)
It is an updated version of:
Practice Yoga Wrap by Celia Cahill
Bright Side by Espace Tricot
What are we stalking?
Armor Sweater by Ankestick
Intentions Wrap by Knot Bad Brit
Celer baby socks by Kristina Tyla
Funfetti Raglan by Andrea Gaughan
Springfling by The Petite Knitter
What are we knitting?
Granny Go Round Cardigan by Iron Lamb
After Party by Callie Monster
Generic hat for donation
Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli
Loose Socks by Casual Fashion Queen
Moto by Mara Catherine Bryner
002 by Veronica Jobe
Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool Blanket Clubs!
What have we finished?
Mini-granny blanket
Arabella by Ann McCauley
We discuss how having the right tools can make you knitting projects so much easier!
What are we wearing?
Seacoast by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Seacoast
No Sweat Shirt by Park Williams
Gayle's No Sweat Shirt
What are we stalking?
Springfield by Annamária Ötvös
Festival of Stitches by Lisa Hannes
FrettyBetty's Festival of Stitches
After Party by Cally Monster
Winter Reflections by Debra Gerhard
Obsidian by Lisa Mutch
Bohemian Scrapsody by Winter's Weather Knits
002 by Veronica Jobe
What are we knitting?
Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart
Grannie Square Blanket (no pattern)
Granny Go Round Cardigan by Iron Lamb
Sharlene's Granny Go Round
Loose Socks by Casual Fashion Queen
Gayle's Loose Socks
Arabella by Ann McCauley
Reflections by Meiju Kallio
Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn!
What have we finished?
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Colby hat
Sophie Scarf by Petite Knitter
Checkerwork Hat by Vexy
Gayle's Checkerwork Hat
What are we wearing?
Confetti by Veera Valimaki
Sharlene's Confetti
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Clio
What are we stalking?
Scrap Wrap by Jacqui Verbeek
Granny Square Cardigan by Kaitlin Barthold
Granny Go Round Cardigan by Iron Lamb
Feel the Breeze Shawl by Jennifer Weisman
Dazzle Hat by Katie Osterwald
Granny Square Chicken by Sweet Softies
What have we been knitting?
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart
Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit
Arabella by Ann McCauley
Checkerwork Hat by Vexie
Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn! What have we finished?
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Colby
Sharlene knit a sock!
Sun Salutation by Celia Cahill (pattern coming soon!)
Practice Yoga Wrap by Celia Cahill
Flax by Tincanknits
Pressed Flowers Hat by Amy Christoffers
Empowering Beanie by Justyna Lorkowska
Semblance by Hunter Hammersen
Popular designers
- Who is Elizabeth Zimmermann?
Baby Surprise Jacket by Elizabeth Zimmermann
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Who is Stephen West?
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Who is Stephanie Pearl-McFee?
The Yarn Harlot blog
- Who is TinCanKnits?
Flax by TinCanKnits
Flax Light by TinCanKnits
Crochet or other crafts
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What is a granny square?
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What is crochet?
Technique
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What are short rows?
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What is double knitting?
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What is ladder back jacquard?
It's Not about the Hat by Susan Rainey
Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch!
Popular patterns
- What is Hitofude?
Hitofude by Hiroko Fukatsu
- What is Bits and Bobs?
Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones
- What is the Sunday Sweater?
Sunday Sweater by PetiteKnit
Sunday Cardigan by PetiteKnit
- What is the Baby Surprise Jacket?
Baby Surprise Jacket by Elizabeth Zimmermann
Baby Sweater on Two Needles by Elizabeth Zimmermann
February Lady Sweater by Pamela Wynn
Books
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Who is Jo March?
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Who is Elizabeth Zimmermann?
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Who is Rachael Herron?
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Who is Stephanie Pearl-McPhee?
Construction technique
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What is set-in sleeves?
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What is a circular yoke?
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What is a toe-up sock?
Bonus questions: Ravelry
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What is Ravelry Radar?
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What are 'helpful projects?'
What are we wearing?
Some Kind of Wonderful by Susan Anderson
Sharlene's Some Kind of Wonderful
Super Simple Summer Sweater by Joji Locatelli
Gayle's Super Simple Summer Sweater
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Gayle's Clio
What are we stalking?
The Hubby Hat by Anna Johanna
Double thick hat by Kareema Ali
Woven Warmth by Nancy Marchant
Little Gemstones by Claire Slade
Soft Spot Pullover by Elina Maaria
What are we knitting?
Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart
Practice Yoga Wrap by Celia Cahill
Arabella by Ann McCauley
Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch!
What have we finished?
Irish Gold by Joji Locatelli
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Colby
Mountain Town Hat by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Mountain Town Hat
Penguin by Justine T.
Sharlene's Pierre Penguin
December Bow by PetiteKnit
Gayle's December Bow
Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit
Lucky Wrap Hat by Safiyyah Talley
Vestover by Elisabeth Judith
A few links on moth control:
The Spruce
Martha Stewart
Be vigilant!
In this last episode of 2023, Gayle and Sharlene answer some of the questions you've sent us over the past few months. I'll link the yarns and patterns that we mention. Coast yarn from Holst Garn in Denmark Ilha by Orlane Sucche Jamieson's yarns Some things that you might need in your knitting bag: chocolate, readers/glasses, knitting light, earphones/headphones Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep! What patterns taught us the most about sweater construction? Most of Elizabeth Doherty's patterns! We'll focus on this in an episode next year. Project that I went back to after I gained some knitting experience: Tara by Alice Starmore Sharlene's Tara Techniques we don't love: Examples of Mary Maxim baby blankets Leicht by Annette Schleicher (sock madness pattern) Lady Eleanor Entrlac Stole by Kathleen Power Johnson Technique we want to try? Traveling loop Lucky Hat Wrap by Safiyyah Talley
What are we wearing?
Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty
Sharlene's Marklee
Ziggy Interrupted by Sandra Paul
Gayle's Ziggy Interrupted
What are we stalking?
The Incredible Blanket by Purl Soho
Take Wing by Jennifer Weissman
November20 by Ankestrick
The Mackintosh roses Shawl by Svetlana Tomina
Twila Pullover by Christina Körber-Reith
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site by Richard Boxhall
What are we knitting?
Irish Gold by Joji Locatelli
Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
Claire in Paris by Susanna Kaartinen
Vestover by Elsabeth Judith
Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep! What have we finished? Some Kind of Wonderful by Susan B. Anderson Magnolia Chunky Cardigan by Camilla Vad Shawl talk! In one of our past episodes, episode 136, we talk about ways to wear a shawl. Note that some of the resources that were available then are no longer live. Here is a short video from Craftsy on ways to wear your shawls. 10 ways to wear a pashmina
What are we wearing?
Sorrel by Wool & Pine Gayle's Sorrel as worn by Sharlene Confetti by Veera Valimaki Gayle's Confetti What are we stalking? Kruger Wrap by Noma Ndlovu Euphorbia Wrap by Ambah O'Brien Nydia by Vanessa Smith Reflections by Meiju K-P Arabella by Ann McCauley What are we knitting? Magnolia Chunky Cardigan by Camilla Vad Irish Gold by Joji Locatelli Some Kind of Wonderful by Susan B. Anderson Vestover by Elisabeth Judith Claire in Paris Shawl by Susanna Kaartinen City Limits by Tanis Lavallee Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep! What have we finished? Shell stitch crochet blanket GG 19-24 Traktor genser og lue by Ane Kydland Thomassen
Gayle's tractor hats We chat a little bit about natural dyes and natural dyeing. Gayle had the opportunity to do some natural dyeing and tells us about the experience. If you would like to listen to our previous episode with Brooke Sinnes of Sincere Sheep, please go to episode 52.
What are we wearing?
Sharlene's Countdown 2023 mini-skein project Ariana by Amy Christoffers Gayle's Ariana What are we stalking? Double Bubble by Veera Valimaki Garden Cardigan by Ankestrick Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli Bukiwe Shawl by Noma Ndlovu Folly Skirt by Espace Tricot Anna Tee by Sarah Stark Here Comes the Sun by Olga Putano What are we knitting? Magnolia Chunky Cardigan by Camilla Vad Sharlene's crochet shell stich blanket Tractor hat by Ane Kydland Thomassen Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? Girlfriends Cardigan by Ankestrick Doocot by Kate Davies Gayle's Hermissenda Top Raindrops Hat by Mirella Moments We chat about the #yarniacsSIKAL2024, the Yarniacs Self-Indulgent Knit-along 2024. We'll start on the December solstice so it's time to start the chat and planning.
What are we wearing?
Granito by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Granito Vestover by Elsebeth Judith Gayle's Vestover What are we stalking? Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Judith Irish Gold by Joji Locatelli Balaclava hat/hood search on Ravelry Maple Vest by Yun Jeong City Limits by Tanis Lavallee What are we knitting? Magnolia Chunky Cardigan by Camilla Vad Sharlene's Crochet Shell Stitch blanket Doocot by Kate Davies Gayle's test knit bra top Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? Ilha by Orlane Sucche In Motion Vest by Tian Connaughton Gayle's In Motion Vest Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones We discuss small circumference knitting and the many ways knitters achieve this result.
What are we wearing?Farallon by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Farallon Lounger by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Lounger
What are we stalking? Seashore Stroll by Jennifer Shiels Toland Uptown Tee by Tori Yu Skyline Pullover by Tori Yu Gro Hat by Fiber Tales Nerea by Fiber Tales Sweater No. 9 by My Favourite Things Raindrops Hat by Mirella Moments What are we knitting? Ilha by Orlane Sucche Sharlene's Shell stitch blanket Test hat for Elizabeth Doherty Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones Claire in Paris Shawl by Susanna Kaartinen Doocot by Kate Davies Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool! What have we finished? Test knit cowl February Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborn Gayle's February Hat Chilly Podsters by Glenna C Gayle's Podsters Noelle's Birth Day Hat We chat about attending Lambtown 2023.
What are we wearing?
Hood on the Moon by Katrin Schneider Sharlene's Hood on the Moon Elton by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Elton What are we stalking? Manhattan Vest by Tori Yu Perfect Tee Handbook by Kate Oates Mirron Hat by Cashmere and Beach Lisse by Kindred Red Maple Seed Skirt by Bethany Henderson Laurel (Jumper) by Along avec Anna What are we knitting? Little Bird by Veera Välimäki Crochet Cluster Blanket Girlfriends Cardigan Anke by Ankestrick Knucks by Pamela Grossman Chilly Podsters by Glenna C Bits and Bobs by Kay F. Jones Archer by Elizabeth Doherty In Motion Vest by Tian Connaughton What have we finished? Sharlene's Granny Stitch Blanket Flax by tincanknits Bright Side by Espace Tricot We share Colors of Fall 2023 comments and prizes!
What are we wearing?
KP Pullover by Eri Shimizu Gayle's Swap Wrap What are we stalking? Basic Nonsense Socks by Tess Vandekolk 2023 September Stashdown Hat by Vexy Puuteri Cardigan by Veera Välimäki Easy Peasy Knitted Gloves by Valentina Conzano Skipton gloves by Liz Thompson Autumn Romantic Shrug by Marina Supova What are we knitting/crocheting? Girlfriends Cardigan Anke by Ankestrick Summer Sidewalk by Fifty Four Ten Studio Bright Side by Espace Tricot Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones Flax by Tincanknits Archer by Elizabeth Doherty Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense! What have we finished? Summer Sidewalk by Fifty Four Ten Studio 🐸 Chevron Lace Cardigan by milobo 🐸 Lunki scarf by Anu Anoniemi Where are they now? We chat a bit about yarns that have lasted through the years.
What are we wearing? Rocky Coast Cardigan by Hannah Fettig Sharlene's Rocky Coast Cardigan Soyokaze by Ririko Gayle's Soyokaze What are we stalking? Jenny Jacket V-neck by PetiteKnit All Used Up Cardigan by Julia-Maria Hegenbart Berry Pretty Baby Cardigan by Lilia Vanini Floating Ribbons by Jennifer Weissman Pilaster by Julia Hoover What are we knitting? Girlfriends Cardigan Anke by Ankestrick Chevron Lace Cardigan by milobo Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones Lunki by Anu Ahoniemi Bright Side by Espace Tricot Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense! What have we finished? Sotto il Sole by Joji Locatelli We discuss using crochet to complement your mad knitting skills!
What are we wearing?
Wishes Cardigan by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Wishes Cardigan Ripple Bralette by Jesse Maed Designs What are we stalking? AT AT Attack by Richard Boxhall Chicken Knit by Pia Trans Cloud Peak Cardigan by Joji Locatelli Separate Ways by Joji Locatelli The Granny Pop V-Neck Sweater by MJ's Off The Hook Designs Granny Square Cardigan by Tonya Skalozub Lola Chic by Annie Lupton Emotional Support Chicken by Annette Corsino What are we knitting? Summer Sidewalk by Fifty Four Ten Studio Chevron Lace Cardigan by milobo Girlfriends Cardigan Anke by Ankestrick Sotto il Sole by Joji Locatelli Bright Side by Espace Tricot We would like to thank our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool! What have we finished? Sharlene's generic bucket hat Ilha by Orlane Sucche Himari by Eisaku Toro Design Team Gayle's Himari hat Keep it Warm Sweater by Leon Hwa Lee Entrapment by Hunter Hammersen Powder Blue by Lisa Chemery Gayle's Powder Blue We do a wee update on the Colors of Fall Knit-along! There is a month left to submit entries for prizes, though if you are not playing along for prizes, we hope you will continue to share your projects whenever you finish!
We include a segment in the episode about winding yarn that we previously recorded. We were going to discuss this topic, but after listening to the previous episode, we decided it had all the points we wanted to discuss and so was worth listening again. We call it "School of Knit: Best of!" Enjoy! What are we wearing?Sharlene has failed at wearing her hand-knit socks!
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose
Gayle's Ranunculus
What are we stalking? Maybury Cardigan by Ami Lowden Arconia by Ami Lowden Mabel's version Separate Ways by Joji Locatelli Diamond Heel Sock by Laura Salisbury All Things Spring by Annie Lupton What are we knitting? Ilha by Orlane Sucche Chevron Lace Cardigan by Milobo Sharlene's Failed Bucket hat Himari by Eisaku Noro Design Team Keep it Warm Sweater by Leon Hwa Lee Sotto il Sole by Joji Locatelli Powder Blue by Lisa Chemery Bright Side by Espace Tricot We would like to thank our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool! What have we finished? Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Elfbaby hat by Robyn Weldon Ariana by Amy Christoffers Gayle's Ariana
What are we wearing? Shortie socks we have both made include the Rose City Rollers by Mara Catherine Bryner What are we stalking? Coastal Highway by Lisa Ross Field Sweater by Camilla Vad String of Pearls by Roseanna Murray Emotional Support Chicken by Annette Corsino Springfling by The Petite Knitter What are we knitting? (and crocheting!) Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Ilha by Orlane Sucche Ariana by Amy Christoffers Keep it warm sweater by Yeon Hwa Lee Sotto il sole by Joji Locatelli Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Elton Pullover It's Not About the Hat by Susan Rainey Unbearable Hat by Les Garçons Gayle's Unbearable Hat for Noelle February Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborn Gayle's February Hat Shifty by Andrea Lowry Gayle's Shifty Gayle and Sharlene talk about their experiences teaching and why teaching is important to the fiber arts industry. Knit one, teach one!
Today's episode is something a little different! We celebrate the magic number 300. We have no idea how many podcasts make it to this measure of longevity, but here we are—still with no exit strategy. This is 300.
What are we wearing? Donner by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's old Donner Magical Thinking by Casapinka Gayle's Magical Thinking Sharlene's Magical Thinking What are we knitting? Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Ariana by Amy Christoffers Keep it warm sweater by Yeon Hwa Lee Sotto il sole by Joji Locatelli Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch!
What are we wearing?
Wishes Cardigan by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Wishes Cardigan Little Bird by Veera Valimaki Gayle's Little Bird Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommers Gayle's Hoodie Shawl What are we stalking? Octopus for a Preemie Facebook Group Sample octopus here Puff Stitch Hat by B. Hooked Crochet & Knitting Breezeway by Laura Aylor Claire in Paris Shawl by Susanna Kaartinen Anabelle Crop by Olfa Putano Designs Girly Feeling Shawl by Dolly Laishram Motion Head by Jennifer Beale What are we knitting? Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli Shifty by Andrea Mowry Ariana by Amy Cristoffers Himari by Eisaku Noro Design Team Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep! What have we finished? Granny Stitch shawlette Colby by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's Colby hat Do you know what "rowing out" is and how to lessen it? It's common for knitters to occasionally battle stitches that appear uneven or rowed out. We talk some tips on how to solve the issue. Elizabeth Doherty's blog post on rowing out here. The video is here.
What are we wearing? Hood on the Moon by Katrin Schneider
Sharlene's Hood on the Moon
Neon by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Neon Veronika by Julie Weisenberger Gayle's Veronika What are we stalking? Scrappy Granny Tee by Emily Marie Davis Bolan by Leila Raven Dumpling Bag by Jeannie Lee Ariana by Amy Cristoffers Gloria (pullover) by The Mercerie Gloria Capelet by The Mercerie Dreamy Road by Meiju K-P What are we knitting? Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Sharlene's Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Granny stitch inspired shawl Summer Sidewalk by Fifty Four Ten Studio Sharlene's Summer Sidewalk Shifty by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Shifty in Pink Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep! What have we finished? Donner by Elizabeth Doherty Antigone from De Rerum Natura Gayle's Cloud Iridescence-inspired wrap We talk about summer knitting—had me a blaaast! (Sing it... you know you want to!) Do we knit different garments or use different fibers in warmer weather? How do we wear knitwear in the summer?
What are we wearing? Fancy Cardi by Joji Locatelli Veronika by Julie Weisenberger What have we been stalking? Anker's Summer Shirt by PetiteKnit Northeasterly by Skeinanigans Himari Hat by Noro Design Team In Motion Vest by Tian Connaughton Sun Spot Shawl by Laura Aylor What are we knitting/crocheting? Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Donner by Elizabeth Doherty Keep it Warm Sweater by Leon Hwa Lee Thank you to our June sponsor - Twice Sheared Sheep! What have we finished? Pink is for Power by Melanie Berg Sharlene's Power sweater Ridgewalk Hat by Gabriela Roberts Colby by Elizabeth Doherty Bits and Bobs by Kay F. Jones Gayle's Rainbow Bits and Bobs We talk about how outside factors such as lighting can affect the way we see and interpret color.
What are we wearing?
Beekeeper Cardigan by Marie Green What are we stalking? Wilfreda by Wenche Roald Octopus for preemies Calad Shirt by Jessica Tsung Hummingbird Cardi by Brenda K. B. Anderson A beautiful example of a granny square sweater (Instagram link) Some Kind of Wonderful by Susan B. Anderson Vin Sweater by Laura Menéndez What are we knitting? Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Pink is for Power by Melanie Berg Bits and Bobs by Kay F. Jones Colby by Elizabeth Doherty Keep it warm sweater by Yeon Hwa Lee ! Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarns What have we finished? Yosemite Beanie by Nancy Bates Gayle's beanie Vestover by Elsebeth Judith We start talking about the Colors of Fall 2023! #yarniacsCOF2023 #colorsoffall2023 You can see the palettes on the Pantone website here and here. If you use Ravelry we have palettes posted in our group here.
This episode we welcome special guest, BoxySweaterGal Robbie! Robbie is our moderator in the Yarniacs group on Ravelry, knitter of fabulous Boxy sweaters, quilter of unique designs, and our wonderful friend. Robbie is in town to attend the Northern California Knitter's Retreat (NoCKRs). We hope you enjoy our chat! What are we wearing? Boxy by Joji Locatelli Robbie's Boxy 5200K by Suvi Simola 5200K redux Copy.Cat C.C. beanie by Emily Ingrid Gayle's CopyCat CC Beanie What are we stalking? Xarabia by Belén Fernández The Ffrench Collection by Rachel Illsley Kismet by Rachel Illsley What are we knitting? Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Patty Joy Boxy by Joji Locatelli Hitchhiker by Martina Behm Pink is for Power by Melanie Berg Ridgewalk Hat by Gabriella Roberts Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Vestover by Elsebeth Judith Bits and Bobs by Kay F. Jones Keep it warm sweater by Yeon Hwa Lee Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarns What have we finished? Robbie's Ornament socks Gale's Art watermelon sock blank Cocoon by La Maison Ririlie We chat about Robbie's WIP (work in progress) Cleanup KAL/CAL
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Seacoast by Joji Locatelli Birds of a Feather by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Birds of a Feather What are we stalking? Two Bridges by Tori Yu Crystal Fantasy by Joji Locatelli Summer Sidewalk by Fifty Four Ten Studio GG 19-24 Traktor genser og lue by Ane Kydland Thomassen Charmeuse by Rosemary Hill Chevron Braid Wrap by Stephen West What are we knitting? Pink is for Power by Melanie Berg hat. 7. 2023 Bits and Bobs by Kay F. Jones Gayle's Bits and Bobs Cocoon by La Maison Rililie Thank you to our sponsors Katy H. Carroll and Marianated Yarns! What have we finished? Calliope by Melissa Clulow hat. 6 . 2023 Celebration Crown by Davina Choy Shifty by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Shifty Part 2 of Colorwork discussion: stranded, Fair Isle, intarsia, mosaic, entrelac (See Part 1 in Episode 292) Cityscape by Laura Chau Sharlene's San Francisco Cityscape Alyssum by Tomomi Yoshimoto Drawing Sweater by Tomomi Yoshimoto Papa by Junko Okamoto Gayle's Papa It's Not About the Hat by Susan Rainey Mary Jane Mucklestone Kate Davies Gudron Johnston (Ravelry link) Jennifer Steingass (Ravelry link) Tincanknits Lunenburg Pullover by Amy Christoffers Bonny Isle Hat by Linda Shearer Cheesylove by Kate Wisson Sharlene's Cheesylove Leicht by Annette Schleicher Lady Eleanor Entrelac Stole by Kathleen Power Johnson Entrelac Scarf by Allison LoCicero Bunny Blanket Buddy by Lion Brand Sharlene's Bunny Blanket Ampersand Dragon by Jacquline Rivera RinaRadish's Neverwinter Blanket
What are we wearing?
Inner Peace by Joji Locatelli Ziggy Interrupted by Sandra Paul Gayle's Ziggy Interrupted What are we stalking? Ilha by Orlane Sucche Tata Matilda by Marziasknit Nandipha by Noma Ndlovu Sowing Seeds of Love by Joji Locatelli Hoarfrost Hat by Alena Malevitch Mousseux by Espace Tricot What are we knitting? Pink is for Power by Melanie Berg Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones Shifty by Andrea Mowry Thank you to our sponsors! What have we finished? Calliope by Melissa Clulow Sharlene's Calliope Parallel Lines by Melissa Clulow Sharlene Parallel Lines Soyokaze by Ririko Gayle's Soyokaze Shiftalong by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Shiftalong We chat about the conclusion of the Self-Indulgent Knit(craft)-along. There are a few prizes and a few special mentions! :) If you've won a prize, contact us so we can arrange to get it to you!
What are we wearing?
Elorie by Elizabeth Doherty Elton by Joji Locatelli What are we stalking? Carlisle (Raglan) by Maddy Moe Bloom Your Heart Out by Inese Sang Pocket Edition by Hinterm Stein Keep it Warm Sweater by Yeon Hwa Lee Abloom by Anne Ginger Bonbec by Emilie Luis What are we knitting? Ranunculus by Midori Hirose Calliope by Melissa Clulow Parallel Lines by Melissa Clulow Soyokaze by Ririko Shifty by Andrea Mowry Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? Warmest Regards by Sandi Rosner Bolton Pass Hat by Espace Tricot Continuing our discussion about colorwork that we started with Cowichan sweaters, we talk about color and how folks use color-changing yarns and create stripes for fabulous effects. Patterns mentioned include: Stripes gone crazy by Alfa Knits Butterfly | Papillon by MarinJaKnits
What are we wearing?
Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Marklee Confetti by Veera Valimaki Pavement by Veera Valimaki So Faded by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Confadement What are we stalking? Sangatsu Shawl by Eri Shimizu The Kindness of Ravens by Harper Bee Corvids, 19 by Harper Bee Paul Klee Sweater by Midori Hirosi Brooklyn Raglan by Tori Yu Drizzle Sweater by SuviKnits What are we knitting? Warmest Regards by Sandi Rosner Calliope by Melissa Clulow Ranunculus by Midori Hirosi Vestover by Elsebeth Judith Shifty by Andrea Mowry Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? Easwas by Kate Davies Skelter by Wooly Wormhead (Rain noises pick up here!) We talk a bit about Cowichan knitting. This is the first article that brought my attention to these designs and sweaters. Tourism Cowichan video here Cowichan Knitters Elder Dora Wilson Who are the First Nations in Canada? First Nations Development Institute
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Beacon by Shellie Anderson The Lounger by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Lounger What are we stalking? Leicht by Annette Schleicher Family Tree Beanie by Svetlana Volkova Aran Sweater by MONM Knitting Himiko by Ririko Tonn Pullover by Ailbiona McLochlainn Open Cables Vest by Therese Chynoweth What are we knitting? Calliope by Melissa Clulow
Ranunculus by Midori Hirosi Gayle's Harrisville Designs Daylights yarn Soyokaze by Ririko Skelter Hat by Wooly Wormhead Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn! What have we finished? Side by Side by Veera Välimäki Just try it by Susan Ashcroft
Cable Crush Joggers by Knitatude Gayle's Joggers Pine Cone Bearer Beanie by Benjamin Matthews Gayle's Pine Cone Bearer hat We chat about clearing out our unworn and older sweaters, and why we decide to give some away and unravel and reuse yarn from others.
Thank you everyone for your lovely comments and well wishes for our 11th Anniversary episode. We truly appreciate it, and love having you along on this wonderful crafting adventure. It's been a month since a regular episode, so our segments are a bit more pattern-packed than usual. Fasten your seatbelts, and let's go! What are we wearing?
Sian by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Sian Archer by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's Archer What are we stalking? Vestover by Elsebeth Judith Amphora Pullover by Ainur Berkimbayeva Elton Pullover by Joji Locatelli Camaro by Tanis Lavallee Sea Swell Shawl by Stephen West Monarch Hat by Jamie Hoffman What are we knitting? Just Try It by Susan Ashcroft First Date by Carol Sunday Calliope by Melissa Clulow Cable Crush Joggers by Knitatude/Chantal Miyagishima Yosemite Beanie by Nancy Bates Soyokaze by Ririko Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn! What have we finished? Benyuan Beanie by Xiaowei Design Just Try It by Susan Ashcroft Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty How I Make My Socks by Susan B. Anderson Ziggy Interrupted by Sandra Paul
Yes, it is our 11th anniversary and we are partying like we're at a yarn shop after a very long pandemic! Album of the Year
Knitting the National Parks by Nancy Bates Yosemite Beanie by Nancy Bates Group Achievement of the Year: Charity knitting Wildlife Center of Silicon Valley Bird and Wildlife Rescue Nests by Karen Gunderson Project Knitwell Song of the Year Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit Sharlene's Sophie Best New (to us) Artist/Tool The amazing row counters from Twice Sheared Sheep Best Pop Artist of the Year Stephen West for the Twists & Turns MKAL 2022 Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool! Best Classic of the Year: The Granny stripe and square An example is Gayle's project Ziggy Interrupted by Sandra Paul Best Construction of the Year: Anything knit in the round! We found that pullover popularity far surpassed the popularity of cardigans. We mention these patterns: Ranunculus by Midair Hirose Gayle's Ranunculus Tii Pullover by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Tii Pullover Texture of the Year: Mohair stranded with a smooth yarn Sharlene Gayle AND Sea Glass Sweater by Wool & Pine Cable of the Year: SARK by Kate Davies Lifetime Achievement Award: The Stash! Snippets of sweater songs from: - Undone by Weezer - Ugly Sweater Blues by JD McPherson - V-Neck Sweater by The Grayboy Allstars - In a Sweater Poorly Knit by mewithoutYou - Ugly Christmas Sweater by WENGIE - Sweaters by Allan Stone - Sweater Song by Spongebob Squarepants - My Favorite Sweater by Flynt Flossy - Sweater Weather by The Neighborhood
What are we wearing?
Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit Sharlene's Sophie The Weekender by Andrea Mowry Sharlene's Weekender Puntilla by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Puntilla Bifrost by Cate Carter-Evans Gayle's Bifrost Ravenscliffe by Annie Hamilton Gayle's Ravenscliffe Rituals by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Rituals Lead the Way by Megan Doherty What are we stalking? Into the Wild Headband by Stephanie Blanchard Benyuan Beanie by Xiaoway Designs Sharlene's Benyuan Beanie #1 Free Spirit by Annamária Ötvös Effortless Shawl by the Koigu Team Yosemite Beanie by Nancy Bates Yellowstone Beanie by Nancy Bates Hawaii Volcanoes Beanie by Nancy Bates What are we knitting? Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty Generic hat by Sharlene How I Make My Socks by Susan B. Anderson Ziggy Interrupted by Sandra Paul Ariana by Amy Christoffers Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard
Thank you to our sponsor, Jimmy Beans Wool! What have we finished? The catch up edition! Benyuan Beanie by Xiaoway Designs Crystal Fantasy by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Crystal Fantasy Just try it by Susan Ashcroft Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit Moreton Bay Cardi by Alisa Hartzel Colby by Elizabeth Doherty Super Simple Summer Sweater by Joji Locatelli Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart Knitting/crochet in the news! Justin Bieber wearing crochet blanket to dinner
What are we wearing?
Fading Point by Joji Locatelli Focus Dress by Meiju KP Gayle's Focus Dress Viajante by Martina Behm Gayle's Viajante Slow Curves by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Slow Curves What are we stalking? Hipsulaisen Karuselli by Kati Koitto Lucky Hat Wrap by Safiyyah Talley What are we knitting? Crystal Fantasy by Joji Locatelli Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep! #SIKAL2023 possibilities Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit Ariana by Amy Christoffers Use hashtags #SIKAL2023 #yarniacs #yarniacspodcast for your Self-indulgent knit-along projects!
What are we wearing? Weekender by Andrea Mowry Sharlene's Weekender The Lounger by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Lounger What are we stalking? Sunday Crew by Kate Oates Just Try It by Susan Ashcroft Walls (Circus) Wrap by SweaterFreak Black Sheep, White Sheep by Susan B. Anderson A Good Vintage Cardigan by Fran Morgan Hermione's Everyday Socks by Erica Lueder What are we knitting? Just Try It by Susan Ashcroft Crystal Fantasy by Joji Locatelli Cloud Iridescence by Kathryn Bernard Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart Super Simple Summer Sweater by Joji Locatelli Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep! What have we finished? Cowl by Seaman's Church Institute: Christmas at Sea Sharlene's quick cowl Colby by Elizabeth Doherty School of Knit: bind offs part 2, decorative and sewn bind offs
What are we wearing?
Sorrel by Wool & Pine Sharlene wearing a Gayle-made Sorrel Rituals by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Rituals What are we stalking? Flower Greetings by Dolly Laishram Monday to Friday Socks by Noma Ndlovu Wisdom of the Moon Shawl by Capik Beneath a Summer Sky by Debra Gerhard Plaidvent by Julia-Maria Heggenbart What are we knitting? Cowl by The Seamen's Church Institute: Christmas at Sea Crystal Fantasy by Joji Locatelli Colby by Elizabeth Doherty Scrappy Smarled by Tif Nealon Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart Metanoia Wrap by Christina Campbell Thank you to our sponsor Twice Sheared Sheep! What have we finished? À pois Cardigan by Eri Shimizu
Sharlene's À pois Cardigan Cliveden Hat by Courtney Kelley Gayle's Cliveden Hat Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Gayle's Memory Blanket
What are we wearing? Pacific Crest by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Pacific Crest Pressed Flowers by Amy Christophers Gayle's Pressed Flowers shawl What are we stalking? Cat Face by Tracy Widens Waterfall by Yumiko Alexander Asher Skirt by Kaitlin Barthold What are we knitting? Cowl by The Seamen's Church Institute A pois Cardigan by Eri Shimizu Moreton Bay Cardigan by Alisa Hartzel Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart What have we finished? Cowl by The Seamen's Church Institute No Sweat Shirt by Park Williams Thank you to our sponsor Infinite Twist! We introduce our Self-Indulgent Knit Along! Affectionally called the SIKAL, we encourage you to make something indulgent in some way. #SIKAL starts at the December solstice and runs through the March equinox (if you want to participate for prizes.) Otherwise, knit away at your leisure! Hashtags to use are: #SIKAL #SIKAL2023 #yarniacs #yarniacspodcast Some of our possible projects are: Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit Dijon by Meiju K-P Doocot by Kate Davies Designs Shifty by Andrea Mowry Journey by For the love of knitwear Soorik by Gudren Johnson School of knit: Let's talk bind offs! (part 1) We talk about standard and stretchy bind offs. Talvi Knits bind off comparison
What are we wearing? Frank Shawl by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Frank Shawl Southern Spirit by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Superhero "cape" KP Pullover by Eri Shimizu Gayle's KP Pullover What are we stalking? First Date by Carol Sunday LämminHelläPehmoinen by Pirjo Lakkapää ja Katri Raunama Metanoia Wrap by Christina Campbell Southern Spirit by Joji Locatelli Habitation Throw by Helen Stewart Sonoma Stole by Carol Sunday Santa Fe by Carol Sunday Chevron Fringe Shawl by Susanne Sommer
What are we knitting? Moreton Bay Cardigan by Alisa Hartzel Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Anthology Throw by Helen Stewart À pois Cardigan by Eri Shimizu Thank you to our sponsor Infinite Twist! What have we finished? Divvy by Annie Baker Designs Cowl by The Seaman's Church Institute Sharlene's easy Cowl Gossamer by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Gossamer Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Rafa's Hat We look back at episode 123, when we talked about what we termed Knitting Oddities. This led us to discover some knitted fiber art which we would like to share with you this episode. Katrina Sanchez On Instagram as Fiberess Tracy Widdes On Instagram as @tracywiddess Orly Genger On Instagram as @orlygenger Sam Barsky On Instagram as @sambarskyknitter Joseph Ford On Instagem as @josephfordphotography Invisible Jumper photos
What are we wearing?
Sorrel by Wool & Pine Sharlene's Sorrel The Lounger by Joji Locatelli What are we stalking? Whidbey Sweater by Wool & Pine Rerelax by Ririko Relax by Ririko Nouvelle Vague by Kate Gilbert Featherwork by Jairlyn Mason What are we knitting? No Sweat Shirt by Park Williams Divvy by Annie Baker Rafa's Hat by Joji Locatelli Gossamer by Joji Locatelli Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Gayle's Blanket What have we finished? Hat #14 fail! Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit Sharlene's Sophie Scarf ZigZag Fingerless Gloves by Whole Earth Education
We share a little bit about the life and career of knitting exceptional Kaffe Fassett!
What are we wearing?
Elorie by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Elorie Super Simple Summer Sweater by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Super Simple Summer Sweater Wanderers Slippers by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Wanderers Slippers Habitation Throw by Helen Stewart Gayle's Habitation Throw What are we stalking? Fallen by Kyle Vey Ever Fall Cardigan by Elisa Hartzel Moreton Bay Cardi by Elisa Hartzel Gully Gloves by Kelly McClure ZigZag Fingerless Gloves by Whole Earth Education Camp Out Fingerless Mitts by Tante Ehm What are we knitting? No Sweat Shirt by Park Williams Hat #14 Sophie Scarf by PetiteKnit Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Gossamer by Joji Locatelli Soyokaze by Ririko Thank you to our sponsor Eat, Sleep Knit! What have we finished? Hat #13 Ripple Bralette by Jessie Maed Designs We chat a bit about the final Colors of Fall Knit-a-long projects and prizes!
What are we wearing?
Tii Pullover by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Tii Pullover Vinyarnsa by Shelley L. Brander What are we stalking? Fairy Flower Vines by Claire Olivia Golden Ieri by Mara Nicole Forest Weave by Yumiko Alexander Gossamer by Joji Locatelli Gama by Manos de Uruguay Design Team Viatori by Julia Farwell Clay What are we knitting? No Sweat Shirt by Park Williams Soyokaze by Ririko Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? Lace and Fade Boxy by Joji Locatelli Dashed Beanie by Benjamin Matthews Gayle's Dashed Beanie Lightweight Hipster by Joji Locatelli After our episode about viral patterns, listeners commented with so many more patterns! It was a fun discussion so we decided to share some of the patterns that were mentioned in the discussion. It makes for a fun trip down memory lane. Enjoy! Hitchhiker by Marina Behm #13 Central Park Hoodie by Heather Lodinsky Love Note by tincanknits Calorimetry by Kathryn Schoendorf Baby Surprise Jacket by Elizabeth Zimmerman Monkey Socks by Cookie A Jaywalker by Grumperina Ribby Cardi by Bonne Marie Burns Ribby Pulli by Bonne Marie Burns Citron by Hillary Smith Callis Stephen West Mystery Knit A Long Shawls
We are currently in the middle of a California heat wave and neither of us have been wearing knitwear! What are we stalking?
Hento by Meiju K-P Leafy Baby Blanket by Layla Alieva Daily Sweater by Knitail Journey by Gift of Knitting Designs Pressed Flowers Hat by Amy Christoffers Rough Road Hat by Shannon Larson What are we knitting? Lace & Fade Boxy by Joji Locatelli Dashed Beanie by Benjamin Matthews Soyokaze by Ririko Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What have we finished? Zephyr Pullover by Celia McAdam Cahill The Margot Hat by Margotchien Sharlene's Margot Hats 1 and 2 Irma Hat by Aneta Gasiorowska Gayle's Irma Rituals by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Rituals Both of us have recently ripped out a previously knit sweater and reused the yarn. Why would be repurpose the yarn instead of giving away the sweater? We discuss this and a few other issues when reusing yarns.
What are we wearing? Ranunculus by Midori Hirosi Sharlene's Ranunculus Gayle's Ranunculus Foret by Eri Shimizu What are we stalking? Ingrid Sweater by PetiteKnit Ingrid Slipover by PetiteKnit Three Season Cardigan by Wool & Pine Tavalli Cardigan by Rosa P Fernanda Pullover by EweKnit Toronto What are we knitting? Gabrielle by Leila Raven Sharlene's Gabrielle The Margot Hat by Margotchien Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Rituals by Joji Locatelli BlueSand Cardigan by La Maison Rililie Soyokaze by Ririko Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool!
What have we finished? Anker's Hat by PetiteKnit Sharlene's Anker's Hat We discuss some patterns that we think would make great gifts. We've created a bundle in our group on Ravelry. Some of the patterns we mention include: Barley by tincanknits Antler Toque by tincanknits Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure Bankhead by Susie Gourlay Moto by Mara Catherine Bryner Anker's Hat by PetiteKnit On the C Train by Espace Tricot Troll by Gabriella Widmer Hanke The Capitol by Hinterm Stein Colby by Elizabeth Doherty
As Gayle and I see old episodes while we are migrating to a new podcast hosting service we will probably revisit some topics we've discussed in the past. Things change over a decade as we find when we discuss what is in our knitting notions bags/boxes/tins! What are we wearing?
Wishes Cardigan by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Wishes Cardigan What are we stalking? Deschain by Leila Raven Gabrielle by Leila Raven Circles of Light by Kristina Vilimaite Travel Mode 2.0 by Susanne Sommer Travel Mode by Susanne Sommer Volia blouse by Titi Lutsak Classic Smocking Cardigan by PetiteKnit What are we knitting? Zephyr pullover test knit Zephyr (Worsted) by Celia McAdam Cahill Anker's Hat by PetiteKnit Tweedy from Hedgehog Fibers featuring Madelinetosh thread waste Irma Hat by Aneta Gasiorowska Rituals by Joji Locatelli Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool! What have we finished? Ranunculus by Midori Hirosi Musselburgh by Ysolda Teague
In Episode 77, we chatter away and manage to fill an hour with just our regular segments!
In Episode 76, we we have lots of giveaways and coupon codes, in addition to reviewing "Curls" by Hunter Hammersen!
In Episode 66, we are back to basics with two reviews: Knits that Breathe and Mystic Shawls!
In Episode 61, we discuss even more inspirations. What are your fiber and pattern inspirations?
In Episode 55, we have the honor of interviewing Jeanne Carver of Imperial Stock Ranch and Imperial Yarns, who provided the yarn used to make the US Olympic Team's Opening Ceremony sweaters!
In Episode 46, we are back to our usual segments! Interview with Clara Parkes next episode, as we continue the Wool Series.