The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast

What are we wearing?

What are we wearing?

What are we wearing?

Demoiselle Arc-en-ciel (Little Miss Rainbow) by Solenn Couix-Loarer

What are we wearing? Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter Sharlene's Maypop BlueSand Cardigan by La Maison Rililie Gayle's BlueSand What are we stalking? Nether Garments - Adult (September) by Elizabeth Zimmermann Fake Hornets Nest by L.a.p. crochet creations Leafbird by Bernice Lim

What are we wearing?

What are we wearing? Elorie by Elizabeth Doherty Obsidian by Lisa Mutch Gayle's Obsidian What are we stalking? Annabelle Blouse by Hobbii Design Look, Squirrel! by Casapinka Nuala by Libby Jonson Boxy by Joji Locatelli Scrappy Smarled by Tif Neilan Omgwtf2020 by Mary Annarella Loch by Tincanknits What are we knitting? Asagi by Bristol Ivy Breathe and Hope by Casapinka Habitation Throw by Helen Stewart Sharlene's Habitation Throw Pappus Pullover by Midori Hirosi Memory Blanket by Georgie Nicolson Gayle's Deep Breath Sweater Moto by Mara Catherine Bryner Thank-you to our sponsor Candy Skein!

What have we finished? The Throwover by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Throwover We introduce our annual Colors of Fall Knit-a-long for 2020! The planning thread for chat for the KAL can be found on Ravelry here. Have fun with it! Remember that part of the fun is to photograph your finished clothing or accessory with a fall outfit. :)

What are we wearing? Divvy by JumperCables Sharlene's Divvy Gayle made Divvy too What are we stalking? Mooncat Shawl by Kelly McClure Breathe and Hope by Casapinka Kawoon by Elena Fedotova Gayle is stalking blankets Le Scarabée Bleu by La Maison Rililie Dutch Rabbits by Rachel Borello Carroll Botanisk Hage by Inga Semmingsen What are we knitting? Blueprint by Joan Forgione Land of Sweets by Helen Stewart Felix Pullover by Amy Christoffers The Throwover by Andrea Mowry Sock Yarn Memory Blanket Thank-you to our sponsor Infinite Twist!

What have we finished? Dawe by Amy Miller Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones Sharlene's Bits and Bobs Goldfish Memory by Casapinka Copy.Cat C.C. beanie by Emily Ingrid We discuss a little bit about sheltering in place and a reminder to keep it real! Not everyone and every family is dealing with stresses the same way, and many of us are dealing with loss of income and jobs; essential jobs that take us in harms way; dealing with trying to work at home while homeschooling; sick family members or self; lack of focus or direction; and overall grief and fear of an unknown future.

Gayle and I are sheltering in place right now, spending lots of time on Ravelry chatting in the forums, stalking, and giving those little hearts. We're both working from home when possible, and exploring online resources for cooking, books, museums, and movies. I hope everyone is finding ways to reach out to others, stay healthy, and support those essential workers who are allowing many to shelter at home. Stay safe everyone and go wash your hands! Happy knitting! - Sharlene What are we wearing? Ranunculus by Midori Hirose Sharlene's Ranunculus No. 10 from Önling Gayle's Ranunculus Zweig by Caitlin Hunter Gayle's Zweig Sharlene's Zweig What are we stalking? Purple Coke Sweater by Katrin Schneider Purple Coke by Katrin Schneider Spring is in the Air by Hinterm Stein Enkel ribbelue by Wenche Roald The Throwover by Andrea Mowry Carlina Pullover by Whitney Hayward Pappus Pullover by Midori Hirose Thank-you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch! What are we knitting? Bits and Bobs by Kay F. Jones Goldfish Memory by Casapinka Elorie by Elizabeth Doherty Dawe by Amy Miller Land of Sweets by Helen Stewart BlueSand Cardigan by La Maison Rililie Fairy Dust by Dani Sunshine What have we finished? Magnolia Chunky Cardigan by Camilla Dad

Gayle and I have just returned from spending the weekend at the Stitches West event in Santa Clara. Stitches West is a large retail needle arts event with a large market place and classes. We also worked at the Western Sky Knits booth, helping with set-up, sales, and tear-down. One of the best things about any large fiber event is the people watching. Or in this case, the sweater watching. Trends we noticed included combining two or more strands of yarn together to create fabric; colorwork sweaters are still popular; new textures, such as the slubby yarn we saw at Western Sky Knits; and we noticed that many dyers are bringing back non-superwash bases. There is so much to see at a show like this and even though we try to at least walk the whole show floor, we still miss things! But we had a fabulous time and enjoyed spending time with friends and listeners. We hope you enjoy our brief recap! - Sharlene Slubby fingering from Western Sky Knits The wedding dress we saw in the Forbidden Fibers booth Super Simple Summer Sweater by Joji Locatelli stitchinsenorita's Super Simple Summer Sweater Old School by Veera Valimaki Magnolia Chunky Cardigan by Camilla Vad Sorrel by Wool & Pine Sharlene's Sorrel Magnolia Sock from Western Sky Knits Ranunculus by Midori Hirose Gayle's Ranunculus Love Note by tincanknits Sharlene's Love Note Clio by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's Clio Sheer V sweater by Jessie Mae Martinson Paper Daisies by Lisa K. Ross Calan Mai by Voolenvine Thank-you to our sponsor Western Sky Knits!

Puntilla by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Puntilla Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter Gayle's Maypop Handspun Hope - handspun yarn from Rwanda These felted animals are just adorable! Grace by Jane Richmond

What are we wearing? Puntilla by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Puntilla BlueSand Cardigan by La Maison Rililie Gayle's BlueSand Cardigan What are we stalking? Run the World by Afifa Tune by Ankestrick Cozy Pullover by Ewelina Murach Kids' Coastal Hoodie by Tori Gurbisz Twistmas by EspaceTricot Doocot by Kate Davies Thank-you to our sponsor LoLoBodyCare!

Welcome to 2020, and the first episode of the new year and decade! What are we wearing? Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririko Minthe by Anne Ginger Gayle's Minthe What are we stalking? The Baby Y*da controversy! Alho by Anna Johanna Domes around the World by Hinterm Stein Brightfeather by Jennifer Steingass Copy.Cat C.C beanie by Emily Ingrid Thank-you to LoLo Body Care for sponsoring us this month!

What are we knitting? Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe Dawe by Amy Miller Wee Melia by Ysolda Teague Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty What have we finished? Puntilla by Joji Locatelli Storm Shawl by Joji Locatelli My Cup of Tea Mitts by Fluffy Fibers Elephant Park by Gabrielle Danskknit Dotty Cardigan by Stephanie Jessica Lau School of Knit What do you look for when picking a pattern? Sizing, yarn used, and design are all important. But what other factors can help you successfully pick a pattern that you will love to make and love to wear? In this segment we share a little bit of our process and what helps us to determine if a pattern is something we want to make.

What are we wearing? Boxy by Joji Locatelli Robbie's well loved Boxy Ease by Alicia Plummer Archer by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's Archer What are we stalking? Amburgo by Claudia Eisenkolb Sheer V Sweater by Jessie Mae Martinson Ceilidh by Julia Falwell-Clay Mewesic from Green Mountain Spinnery The Shift by Andrea Mowry 2ply Jumper Weight yarn from Jamieson & Smith Dilaila's Hoodie by Susanna Winter Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer Olive Leaf Cardigan by Eri Hipster Shawl by Joji Locatelli Thank you to our sponsor Infinite Twist!

What are we wearing? Walpole by Hannah Fettig Clio by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's Clio le Deux What are we stalking? Asé by Valentina Cosciani Neverín by Valentina Cosciani Lichen by Valentina Cosciani Chinese New Year Sheep/Lamb by Stephanie Jessica Lau Spring Bunnies by Stephanie Jessica Lau Dotty Cardigan by Stephanie Jessica Lau Rosewood Cardigan by Stephanie Jessica Lau Elephant Park by Gabrielle Danskknit Thank-you to our sponsor this month!

What are we wearing? Divvy by Jumper Cables Flamingo Mittens by SpillyJane What are we stalking? Pusheen Hat by Sheila Toy Stromberg Sode by Hiroko Payne Ambient by Eri Olive Leaf Cardigan by Eri Dotted Rays - Speckled Fade by Stephen West Boardwalk by Stephen West Thank-you to Plum Deluxe for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting? Jessica Jones by Sminé Storm Shawl by Joji Locatelli Dragon Pox Beanie by AlJayKnits June Hat by Meghan Kelly Blue Sand Cardigan by La Maison Rililie What have we finished? Cedar Pullover by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Cedar Pullover Angel Hat by Kay Jones Slow Curves by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Slow Curves We discuss knitting on a budget, how we each manage our yarn budget, and suggest some ideas for knitting on a budget. ***We mention wool yarns that won't felt during this discussion, but neglected to specify that yarns must say "super wash" on the label in order to be non-felting wool.

What are we wearing? Latitude by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Latitude Ranunculus by Midori Hirose Gayle's Ranunculus What are we stalking? Pioneer Gloves by Kelly McClure Align Mitts by Courtney Spainhower Elorie by Elizabeth Doherty Year of Hats by Kelbourne Woolens October Hat by Sloane Rosenthal June Hat by Meghan Kelly February Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborn Antler Hat by tincanknits Angel Hat by Kay Jones Nadia's hat by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne Thank you to Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode!

What are we wearing? Granito by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Granito Love Note by Tincanknits Sharlene's Love Note Flaum by Justyna Lorkowska Sharlene's Flaum Boxy by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Boxy What are we stalking? Nurtured by Andrea Mowry Dune and Foresta by eri Heartstrings Crop by Andrea Mowry Ariel Pullover by EweKnit Toronto Visser by Anna Maltz Halvis by Anna Maltz Thank-you to Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting? Storm Shawl by Joji Locatelli Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririko Super Simple Summer Sweater by Joji Locatelli Silky Wool from Elsebeth Lavold Ashes by Joji Locatelli What have we finished? Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe Sharlene's Watch Cap Stashbusting Helix Hats by Jessica Rose Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli Channa by Liisa Nieminen Thanks so everyone who participated in the 2019 Colors of Fall KAL/CAL! We chat finished objects, fall outfits, and prizes!

What are we wearing? Love Note by tincanknits Sharlene's Love Note Little Bird by Veera Välimäki Gayle's Little Bird What are we stalking? Missoni Accomplished by Melissa Clulow Graceful Leaves Pullover by Noma Ndlovu French Press CAL by Toni Lipsey Geneva Sweater by Cowgirl Blues Ivyle by Quenna Lee Ashes by Joji Locatelli Thank-you to our sponsor Dragonfly Fibers!

What are we knitting? Love Note by tincanknits Merino 17 light from Western Sky Knits Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe Stashbusting Helix Hats by Jessica Rose Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter Like A Cloud by Joji Locatelli What have we finished? Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter 009 Hat by Annika Andrea Woke Sharlene's 009 Hat Derecho by Allison Green Sharlene's Derecho Tides from Holst Garn Hydrangea Stripe Blanket by Lucy of Attic24 Gayle's Hydrangea Stripe Blanket We also have a discussion about knitting for changing bodies, and knitting for the body you own right now.

What are we wearing? Magical Thinking by Casapinka Sharlene's Magical Thinking Boxy by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Boxy Gayle's Featherweight Cardigan What are we stalking? Aco by Eri Olive Leaf Cardigan by Eri Khanyisa by Noma Ndlovu Ruched Shawl - Light by Noma Ndlovu Storm Shawl by Joji Locatelli No Frills Sweater by PetiteKnits No Frills Cardigan by PetiteKnits September Sweater by PetiteKnits Rainbow Wings by Knitting Expat Designs

What are we wearing? 5200K by Suvi Simola Sharlene's 5200K redux Little Bird by Vera Valimaki Gayle's Little Bird What are we stalking? Cat in a Box by Anna Hrachovec aka Mochimochi Land Cat in a Bag by Anna Hrachovec aka Mochimochi Land Mochimochi Snowmen by Anna Hrachovec aka Mochimochi Land If Jessica Jones Had A Hat by Sminé U-KNIT-Y (hat) by Sminé U-KNIT-Y (cowl) by Sminé U-KNIT-Y (scarf) by Sminé Sleepy Snake and Mischievous Mouse by Anna Hrachovec aka Mochimochi Land Hipster Shawl by Joji Locatelli Hipster Cowl by Joji Locatelli Hoodie Shawl Cardigan by Susanne Sommer Fairy Dust by Dani Sunshine What are we knitting? Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter Sunnydale Cowl by Katy Carroll Magical Thinking by Casapinka Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli What have we finished? Sunnydale Cowl by Katy Carroll How Quiet Hat by Helen Stewart Panda by Susan B. Anderson Where are they now? Buttercup by Heidi Kirrmaier Calmer from Rowan Sharlene's Buttercup 1 Sharlene's Buttercup 2 Sharlene's Buttercup 3 Coast Old Bomuld from Holst Garn Apres Surf Hoodie by Connie Chang Chinchio Solstice Cardigan by Cecily Glowik MacDonald

It is almost KAL time! We discuss and introduce The Yarniacs Colors of Fall 2019 Knit-a-long! A thread has already started in our Ravelry group for planning and everyone is talking about the colors and what they want to knit. Gayle and I had originally planned to introduce the KAL in June, but everyone has been so excited to start planning that the thread was started, chatted had commenced, and we felt we'd better catch up with all you enthusiastic knitters! Thanks so much for supporting the KAL, our podcast, and being such enthusiastic yarniacs! What are we wearing? Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Boxy Starshower by Hilary Smith Callis Sharlene's Starshower The Throwback by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Throwback What are we stalking? Dotty Lace Top by Elena Fedotova Dandelion Wish by Jennifer Wood Colibrí amigurumi by Canal Crochet Lufthul by Elsabeth Judith Balada by Filipa Carneiro Falling Stars Fingerless Mitts by Owl Croft Designs Thank-you Candy Skein for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting? Magical Thinking by Casapinka Derecho by Allison Green Love Note by tincanknits Dandelion from madelinetosh Fiddly Bits by Jana Pihota Clio by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's 5200K remake What have we finished? O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe Sharlene's Watch cap Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli tosh lace by madelinetosh

What are we wearing? 5200K by Suvi Simola Sharlene's 5200K Dragonflies Jumper by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Dragonflies Jumper What are we stalking? Derecho by Alison Green Martha's Derecho that I tried on at the retreat Remix Light from Berroco Ama Sweater by Maddie Harvey Dracarys Sweater by Sonia Masegosa Ginga Top - winter sky by Yoko Johnston Quiet Stars by Joji Locatelli Boho Bibe Shawl by Jamie Swiatek Thank-you Plum Deluxe for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting? O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy Beckett by Marie Green Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Nunroe Clio by Elizabeth Doherty Merino DK from Rohrspatz & Wollmeise Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli

What are we wearing? 5200K by Suvi Simola Sharlene's 5200 Peasy by Heidi Kirrmeier Gayle's Peasy Arroyo from Malabrigo Yarn What are we stalking? Pescadero Waves by Heather Linebarger Coast Old Bomuld from Holst Garn Rusty Tuku by Susanne Sommer Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Nunroe Candy Dot by Yelena Dasher Bunny girl in a dotty dress by Julie Williams Bear in a Bunny Suit by Susan Anderson Olive Leaf Cardigan by Eri Olive Leaf Pullover by Ririko Thank you Plum Deluxe for sponsoring this episode!

There is a lot of knitting going on! Gayle and I were both energized and inspired by the many beautiful sweaters we saw last month at Stitches West. Unfortunately, that doesn't translate into faster knitting, just longer queues! This episode, at about 33:00 minutes in, when Boo the cat enters the room, you might hear the bird say "Eek a cat!" Gayle starts laughing and of course, hilarity ensues. This is real life. We hope the guest appearance will enhance your enjoyment of the episode. :) - Sharlene What are we wearing? Fading Point by Joji Locatelli Ranunculus by Midori Hirose What are we stalking? Interpretations Volume 6 by Joji Locatelli and Veera Välimäki

Our podcast was mentioned in a couple of places in the past month. First, CBS Sunday Morning "The Golden Age of Podcasts" and second, The Knitter Magazine posted this article here (Instagram link) What are we wearing? Weekender by Andrea Mowry Sharlene's Weekender Kline Shawl byJennifer Dassau Sharlene's Kline Papa by Junko Okamoto What are we stalking? Honey Hat by Kelly McClure Jaunty by Ririko A Little Flare Skirt by Violet Canon Hand Dyes Amy's skirt Party Top by AbbyeKnits Fallen Leaf Shell by Rosemary Hill Manzanita Tee by Rosemary Hill Thank you Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode!

We're back from Stitches West 2019 and ready to share what we saw! We hope you will enjoy our little recap. :) What are we wearing? Dragonflies Jumper by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Dragonflies Merino Stretch from Schoeller+Stahl (discontinued) Outing Shawl by Irene Lin Gayle's Outing Shawl MM Sport from Madelinetosh Tracie Too from Imperial Yarn What are we knitting? O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy Cooperish Cowl by Katy Carroll Donner by Elizabeth Doherty Cormo Fingering from Sincere Sheep Papa by Junko Okamoto Sockhead Slouch Hat by Kelly McClure What have we finished? Graham by Jennifer Adams Ponytail Hat by Knikki Knits Thank-you Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode!

What are we wearing? Gather Together by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Gather Together Dinner in the Eiffel Tower Shawl by Jessie Dodington Citadel by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Citadel What are we stalking? Big in Japan sweater by Katrin Schneider Focal Point by Suvi Simola Camden Cap by Wooly Wormhead Acoma by Casapinka Vaughan by Dario Tubiana Times Square by Veera Valimaki What are we knitting? Cooperish Cowl by Katy Carroll O'Keeffe by Bristol Ivy Graham by Jennifer Adams Papa by Junko Okamoto Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones What have we finished? Fading Point by Joji Locatelli Zweig by Caitlin Hunter Thank you Western Sky Knits for sponsoring this episode!

What are we wearing? Washed Out by Joji Locatelli Lilli Pilli by Ambah O'Brien What are we stalking? Beckett by Marie Greene Rustic I Cord Wrap Bracelet by Elizabeth Murphy Beaded Necklace &Wrap Bracelet by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas Saturate by Mara Catherine Bryner Chevron Fringe Shawl by Susanne Sommer Ranunculus by Midori Hirose Thank-you Western Sky Knits for sponsoring this episode!

Welcome to The Yarniacs Awards show! It's our 7th anniversary of podcasting! And you know Gayle and I love to party, and by party, we mean sit and share our knitting adventures with you, dear listener. So celebrate along with us as we announce some of our "bests" of the previous year. It was pouring rain while we were recording. So you may hear the ambient noise of rain on the roof and the sounds of my housebound pets. As always, we love that you are joining us. Now, go put on your Academy-ready hand knits and enjoy the show! What are we wearing? Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli The Throwback by Andrea Mowry Best Pattern of the Year Fading Point by Joji Locatelli Find Your Fade by Andrea Mowry Bits and Bobs by Kay F. Jones Ninilchik Swoncho by Caitlin Hunter Designer of the Year Joji Locatelli - Gayle knit 5 Joji projects, Sharlene knit 5 Elizabeth Doherty - Gayle knit 4 projects, Sharlene knit 5 Andrea Mowry Caitlin Hunter Best "new to us" Designer of the Year Ririko Relax by Ririko Tulip by Ririko The Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririko Caitlin Hunter Thank you Dragonfly Fibers for sponsoring this episode!