The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast

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The Yarniacs Episode 155: Knitting with Harbor Seals! Dec 08, 2017

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We are at the harbor for our annual holiday lights episode, though this year we were a little too early in the day for the lights. :) But we did have some sea life sightings so it all worked out. This episode we talk a little about the upcoming Self-Indulgent Knit-a-long which has become an annual Yarniacs event. Please see our group on Ravelry if you need more information and join in the fun. Please use the hashtag #SIKAL2018 for your social media needs. You'll notice we mention the Pantone Color of the Year. I think the news about the 2018 Color of the Year must have hit social media about the time we were recording, so if you haven't heard by now, check the link below to see the gorgeous Ultra Violet! You know that I am going to knitting this color. (Of course, you also know that I would be knitting this color even if it weren't Color of the Year. I just happen to have some in my stash. Ha!) Wishing everyone a happy holiday season! - Sharlene What are we wearing? Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Boxy Focus Dress by Meiju K-P Gayle's Focus Dress Sea life sightings California Sea Lion Harbor Seal What are we stalking? Family Purr by Claire Slade Tchaikovsky Hat by Helen Stewart Flying Solo by Espace Tricot Tricky Dickey by Elizabeth Zimmermann Grandma's Dickeys Comfort Fade Cardi by Andrea Mowry Björkö Shawl by Anna Freidberg Clio by Elizabeth Doherty What are we knitting? Wolkig by Martina Behm Beloved Berlin by Isabel Kraemer Sockhead Hat by Kelly McClure Birds of a Feather by Andrea Mowry Tulle Shawl by Helen Stewart What have we finished? Gayle's charity hats The Self-Indulgent Knit-a-long #SIKAL2018 will start this year on Christmas Day, 2017 and go through the Spring Equinox March 20, 2018. The Pantone Color of the Year 2018 was released the day that we recorded! It is Ultra Violet!

The Yarniacs Episode 154: Yarn in the Trunk! Nov 24, 2017

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What are we wearing? Pebble Beach by Helen Stewart Annulaire by Hillary Smith Callis Gayle's Annulaire What are we stalking? Marklee DK by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's "holy grail" yarn is Logwood! Outlined by Suvi Simola Land of Sweets by Helen Stewart Sharlene's Gumball Love yarn Tulle Shawl by Helen Stewart Ninilchik Swoncho by Caitlin Hunter Ohra by Caitlin Hunter Fia by Tori Gurbisz What are we knitting? Wolkig by Martina Behm Beloved Berlin by Isabel Kraemer Bankhead by Susie Gourlay Yoga Shawl by Andrea Mowry Maisie by Tori Gurbisz What have we finished? Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure Worsted Boxy by Joji Locatelli Boxy by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Boxy mashup Bankhead by Susie Gourlay Gayle's Bankhead Loch by Tincanknits Gayle's Loch Land of Sweets by Helen Stewart Gayle's Land of Sweets Where are they now? Paper Dolls by Kate Davies Chickadee by Ysolda Teague Shellseeker by Heidi Kirrmaier Wildflower Cardigan by Alana Dakos Lila Light by Carrie Bostick Hoge Crazy Stripes Tee by Altelier Alfa Samovar by Laura Chau Cristina Ghirlanda

The Yarniacs Episode 153: Return of Sweater Weather! Nov 10, 2017

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November has brought the beginning of our sweater weather season here in Santa Cruz. Every year, the changing of the clocks to standard time seems to coincide with the fall chill and Gayle and I have been happily looking through our sweater stashes and greeting our sweaters like old friends! We hope the yarn label and substitutions discussion has been helpful. If you have questions, comments, or just want to pop in and say "hi," please join us in our Ravelry group. We'll be happy to see you there. - Sharlene What are we wearing? Confetti by Veera Välimäki Laneway by Veera Välimäki Inner Peace by Joji Locatelli Pom Pom Socklets by Purl Soho What have we been stalking? Fae Wing Shawl by Kelly McClure Mill House by Veronika Jobe Valo by Susanna Winter Rockin' Rows by Martina Behm Knitvent 2017 by Helen Stewart Zweig by Caitlin Hunter Ninilchik By Caitlin Hunter Francis Revisited by Beth Silverstein What are we knitting? Boxy by Joji Locatelli Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure Yoga Shawl by Andrea Mowry Annulaire by Hilary Smith Callis What have we finished? Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston Sharlene's Malabrigo Nube spin Honey Hat by Jenn Nevitt Stashbusting Helix Hat by Jessica Rose Also mentioned: Comfort Fade Cardi by Andrea Mowry

The Yarniacs Episode 152: Knits and Yarn Labels! Oct 27, 2017

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In this episode, we continue the conversation about yarn labels and how to use the information given on a label. Very few of us use the recommended yarn for a pattern with every project, so at some point, we all find ourselves looking for substitutions. Though often considered part of the fun of starting a new project, it can also be fraught with indecision when faced with an unknown fiber or unknown gauge. We hope to share a few tips for success, and hope you will share some of your tips with us as well. The discussion can be found in the episode thread for our Ravelry group here. Please join us! What are we wearing? Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Pure Joy Outing Shawl by Irene Lin Gayle's Outing Shawl What are we stalking? Flaum by Justyna Lorkowska Aden by Ankestrick Lila Top Down by Carrie Bostick Hoge Lila by Carrie Bostick Hoge Lila Light by Carrie Bostick Hoge Grey Morlaix by Regina Moessmer Pei by Michele Wang Rye/Ruista ranteeseen by Hanne Katajamäki Saratoga Shawl by Carolyn Greenwood What are we knitting? Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston Divvy by Jumper Cables Annulaire by Hilary Smith Callis Yoga Shawl by Andrea Mowry Clio by Elizabeth Doherty Bankhead by Susie Gourlay Peeping Cowl by Joji Locatelli What have we finished? Little Black Shawl by Laura Aylor Sharlene's Little Grey Shawl Purl Ridge Scarf by Stephen West Thank You Hat-Big Rib Hat by Purl Soho Aloft by Kristen Finlay

The Yarniacs Episode 151: Yarn on the Train! Oct 13, 2017

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What are we wearing? Pebble Beach Shawl by Helen Stewart Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty What are we stalking? Spring To It Cowl by Kristin Finlay Op Art Shawl by Sonja Bargielowska Painting by Katrin Schneider Beloved Berlin by Isabell Kraemer Comfort Fade Cardi by Andrea Mowry Birds of a Feather by Andrea Mowry All Points South by Casapinka Enchanted Forest Pool by Jenn Sheelen Thank-you Infinite Twist for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting? Little Black Shawl by Laura Aylor Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston Annulaire by Hilary Smith Callis Yoga Shawl by Andrea Mowry What have we finished? Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure Sharlene's Sockhead Nube from Malabrigo Purlbreak by Stephen West Gayle's Purlbreak Sleep Season Slouch by Rose Bloom Gayle's Sleep Slouch The Big Hat by Davina Choi Gayle's Big Hats We discuss yarn labels and how understanding yarn labels is the first step towards substituting yarns. If you have questions or want to discuss yarn labels, join us in the episode discussion thread on Ravelry. Laundering and dry cleaning symbols Craft Council's yarn weight system

The Yarniacs Episode 150: Colors of Fall KAL 2017 Wrap Up! Oct 06, 2017

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What are we wearing? Donner by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Donner Veronika by Julie Weisenberger Gayle's Veronika What are we stalking? Myssoni by Susan Ashcroft Branches and Buds by Carrie Bostick Hoge Vila Wrap by Helen Stewart Wildflower Hill Shawl by Helen Stewart Bits and Bobs by Kay Jones Wolkig by Martina Behm What are we knitting? Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston Little Black Shawl by Laura Aylor Yoga Shawl by Andrea Mowry Annulaire by Hilary Smith Callis Purlbreak by Stephen West Daybreak by Stephen West Sleep Season Slouch by Rose Bloom What have we finished? Confetti by Veera Välimäki Sharlene's Confetti Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty Gayle's Marklee

The Yarniacs Episode 149: Knitting in Fashion! Sep 15, 2017

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What is style? What is fashion? And why do we pick the garments we pick to knit and make? Gayle and I get the discussion going on this interesting subject. I feel like we barely scratch the surface and hope you will join in the discussion in our Ravelry group. The seasons are changing and soon many of us will be changing from warm weather to cool weather or cool weather to warm weather clothing. It might be time to assess items, replace items, and welcome back old favorites into the wardrobe rotation. We hope you enjoy this episode! - Sharlene What are we wearing? Literally Over the Top by Megan Williams Sharlene's Over the Top Laar by Gudron Johnston Gayle's Laar What are we stalking? Easy Peasy Fade Cowl by Heather Rhoads Mini Stripe Cowl by Angie Kimel French Macaroon by The Noble Thread Summer Morning by Yulia Tkachenko Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston Ginga Top - winter sky by Yoko Johnston Naima by Ankestrick Frenchman's Bay Cape by Gayle Clow What are we knitting? Confetti by Veera Välimäki Divvy by JumperCables Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty Annulaire by Hillary Smith Callis What have we finished? Dodging Rain Drops Cowl by Vanessa Ewing Sharlene's Dodging Rain Sharlene's Western Sky Knits Superwash chunky spin Sharlene's Malabrigo Nube in Plomo Painted Pixels Blanket by Susan Carlson Gayle's Pixels Blanket Cherry Bloom by Lene Tøsti Gayle's Cherry Bloom (frogged)

The Yarniacs Episode 148: Stalked by Squirrels! Sep 01, 2017

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What are we wearing? Little Bird by Veera Välimäki Free Your Fade by Andrea Mowry What are we stalking? Sporadic Stripes by Stephanie Shiman By the Ocean by Nordic Stitches Touchstone by Laura Aylor Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston Sharlene is looking for fiber suggestions! Chat here. Share the Joy by Christina Hayes Sidekick Boot Socks by Kate Atherly Peppermint Leaves by Clare Devine What are we knitting? Dodging Rain Drops Cowl by Vanessa Ewing Corgi Hill Farm aubergine fiber Confetti by Veera Välimäki Peer Pressure by Celia McAdam Cahill Dharma from Dragonfly Fibers Painted Pixels Blanket by Susan Carlson Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty What have we finished? Standing Rock Hat by Lavanya Patricella Phantomwise Fiber by Frabjous Fiber Outing Shawl by Irene Lin Gayle's Outing Shawl Webcam from the Santa Cruz harbor--squirrels not pictured!

The Yarniacs Episode 147: Summertime and the Knitting's Easy! Aug 19, 2017

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Last night I noticed it was getting dark earlier. Fall is a subtle season, sneaking up on us a few minutes each day. In my neighborhood, I noticed a tree that was already losing leaves. Bunches of leaves were blowing down the street in the late summer afternoon breeze. It is late summer's twilight, and though the temperatures are still high, soon we will be pulling out warmer clothing, blue jeans; jackets; and long sleeves. Maybe a warm sweater or shawl. If you've been knitting something for The Yarniacs Colors of Fall KAL it is time to start figuring out your outfits and how to photograph your look. We've got about a month of knitting time left, so get those WIPs out and start thinking about Fall. It's just around the corner. What are we wearing? Ghost Gardens Shawlette by Kelene Kinnersley Sharlene's Pansy Garden shawl Confetti by Veera Välimäki Gayle's Coast yarn Confetti What are we stalking? Lines Cowl and Hat by Amy Jade Creations Colliope Cowlette by Carina Spencer Perkins Cove Pullover by Pam Allen Nelson Pullover by Irina Anikeeva Sikuli Shawl by Vanessa Ewing Paulie by Isabell Kraemer Viewpoint by Anne Ginger Chèvre by Anne Ginger What are we knitting? Dodging Rain Drops Cowl by Vanessa Ewing Divvy by JumperCables Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty Outing Shawl by Irene Lin Painted Pixels Blanket by Susan Carlson Peer Pressure by Celia McAdam Cahill Cherry Bloom by Lena Tosti What have we finished? Diagonal Ribbed Cowl by Mel Clark Sharlene's Ribbed Cowl Serpentina from Manos del Uruguay Ghost Gardens Shawlette by Kelene Kinnersley Hood on the Moon by Katrin Schneider Bifrost by Cate Carter-Evans Prairie Socks by Kay Jones Thank-you Infinite Twist for sponsoring this episode! Where are they now? C3 by Annie Modesitt Sharlene's C3 Jenica Hoodie by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Jenica

The Yarniacs Episode 146: Knitting with the Squirrels! Aug 04, 2017

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What are we wearing? Donner by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's second Donner Magnolia Cardigan by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Magnolia What are we stalking? Clever Anna by Thread and Circuses Delphinia Shawl by Ambah O'Brien NoShow Socks by La Mason Rililie Brickyard by Elizabeth Doherty Brickyard test knit Crochet baby blankets "No Holes" Baby Blanket by Linda Davie Helena by Alison Green What are we knitting? Hood on the Moon by Katrin Schneider Divvy by JumperCables Ghost Gardens Shawlette by Kelene Kinnersly Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty Outing Shawl by Irene Lin Bifrost by Cate Carter-Evans Cate's Clasp Weft Join Thank you Infinite Twist for sponsoring this episode!

What have we finished? Pigeonroof Studio Golden Pansies Western Sky Knits gradient Gayle's pattern combo of: Confetti by Veera Välimäki Pavement by Veera Välimäki So Faded by Andrea Mowry Ride the bus to Jimmy Beans Wool in Reno! Info here for the Saturday, September 9 bus trip. Check our Ravelry group for more details. :)

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