The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast

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The Yarniacs Episode 205: Knitting on a Budget! Nov 09, 2019

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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.

The Yarniacs Episode 204: Perfectionism Frustration! Oct 25, 2019

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What are we knitting? Jessica Jones by Sminé Cedar Pullover by Joji Locatelli BlueSand Cardigan by La Maison Ririlie Slow Curves by Joji Locatelli Ashes by Joji Locatelli What have we finished? Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe Sharlene's 4th cap Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririoko Sharlene's Evening Dew Perfectionism! What is "perfect" when it comes to our knitting and crafting projects varies from maker to maker. For example, some sock knitters must knit perfectly matching socks! Others don't mind if the striping varies or if the toes are knit in different colors. Does your need for perfection hold you back from trying new things? Does it ever keep you from finishing projects? Gayle shares the story of her Ashes shawl.

The Yarniacs Episode 203: Colors of Fall 2019 Wrap Up! Oct 11, 2019

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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!

The Yarniacs Episode 202: School of Knit Part 2! Sep 27, 2019

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What are we wearing? Latitude by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Latitude Ranunculus by Midori Hirose Gayle's Ranunculus What are we stalking? Pioneer Gloves by Kelly McClure Align Mitts by Courtney Spainhower Elorie by Elizabeth Doherty Year of Hats by Kelbourne Woolens October Hat by Sloane Rosenthal June Hat by Meghan Kelly February Hat by Kate Gagnon Osborn Antler Hat by tincanknits Angel Hat by Kay Jones Nadia's hat by Nadia Crétin-Léchenne Thank you to Fix-A-Stitch for sponsoring this episode! What are we knitting? Jessica Jones by Sminé Cedar Pullover by Joji Locatelli BlueSand Cardigan by La Maison Ririlie Slow Curves by Joji Locatelli Ashes by Joji Locatelli What have we finished? Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe Sharlene's 4th cap Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririoko Sharlene's Evening Dew Perfectionism! What is "perfect" when it comes to our knitting and crafting projects varies from maker to maker. For example, some sock knitters must knit perfectly matching socks! Others don't mind if the striping varies or if the toes are knit in different colors. Does your need for perfection hold you back from trying new things? Does it ever keep you from finishing projects? Gayle shares the story of her Ashes shawl.

The Yarniacs Episode 201: Knitting for Changing Bodies! Sep 13, 2019

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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.

The Yarniacs Episode 200: Honoring and Celebrating our Podcast Colleagues! Aug 30, 2019

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What are we wearing? Boxy by Joji Locatelli What are we stalking? Sunrise by Dani Gherardi Entomologist by Dani Gherardi Spica Embossed Bag by Natalia Kononova Stay-Put Baby Mitts by Jilliam Neary Cowgirl by Emilie Luis What are we knitting? Evening Dew Cardigan by Ririko Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli Thank you to our sponsor: What have we finished? Second Perfect Reversible Watch Cap by Nancy Elizabeth Munroe Love Note by Tincanknits Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter We revisit School of Knit, our occasional segment where we share tips and tricks, and other ways to further your knitting skills.

The Yarniacs Episode 199: Fantasy Knitting in the Shower! Aug 16, 2019

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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

Thank-you to our sponsor infinite twist! What are we knitting? Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter Derecho by Alison Green Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli Hydrangea Stripe Blanket by Lucy of Attic24 What have we finished? Cocoon by La Maison Rililie Sea Anemone Bath Puff/Kitchen Scrubbie 5200K by Suvi Simola Confetti by Veera Välimäki Fairy Dust by Dani Sunshine We discuss the StashFit Workbook from Infinite Twist that helps you enhance your stash in a useful, meaningful way!

The Yarniacs Episode 198: Knitting Soothes the Troubled Spirit Part 2! Aug 02, 2019

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Fourteen months ago, in episode 166, we talked about crafting and the effects of depression, anxiety, sadness and grief. All of these feelings can be overwhelming and hinder the joy that we usually derive from our crafting and everyday life. Sometimes our crafting can be a lifeboat in a sea of these feelings. In this episode, we revisit this topic, and reiterate how important it is to find a way to cope with these completely normal and natural feelings. If you need professional guidance, please reach out. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 1-800-273-8255 Ayuda En Español 1-888-628-9454 What are we wearing? Heartfelt by Veera Välimäki Interpretations 3 Collection Ease by Alicia Plummer What are we stalking? Milky Oolong by Susanna Winter Breakaway Dogwood Shawl by Lisa Hounshell Ripple Bralette by Jessie Mae Matinson Quiet City by Melanie Berg Moon Drip Swoncho by Dragon Hoard Designs Thank you to our sponsor infinite twist! What are we knitting? Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter Cocoon by La Maison Rililie Like a Cloud by Joji Locatelli What have we finished? Love Note by tincanknits Sharlene's wee Love Note Fairy Dust by Dani Sunshine Magical Thinking by Casapinka "Properly practiced, knitting soothes the troubled spirit, and it doesn't hurt the untroubled spirit either." - Elizabeth Zimmermann, Knitting Without Tears

The Yarniacs Episode 197: Knitting Fangs in Sunnydale! Jul 19, 2019

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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

The Yarniacs Episode 196: Return to the School of Knit! Jul 05, 2019

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What are we wearing? Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston Sharlene's Ginga Top Love Note by tincanknits What are we stalking? Once and Floral by Maxim Cyr Leaves Cascade Sweater by Ana D Shaker Dishcloths and Coasters by Staci Perry Gwyn by Maria Leigh Deep Breath Sweater by Kirsten Hipsky Gayle's Deep Breath Sunnyside by Tanis Lavallee Caddington Wrap by Kate Heppell What are we knitting? Farallon by Elizabeth Doherty Sunnydale Cowl by Katie Carroll Maypop Hoodie by Susanna Winter How Quiet Hat by Helen Stewart Panda by Susan B. Anderson Thank you to our sponsor infinite twist! What have we finished? Derecho by Allison Green Remix Light from Berocco Love Note by tincanknits Slice of Pie Beret by Margit A School of Knit - the new "Private notes" section on project pages in Ravelry - weaving in ends - remember what project your needles are in!

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