The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast

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The Yarniacs Episode 85: Stash Goals, Q1 Apr 03, 2015

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This week Gayle and I recorded in a different location and there might be a few spots in the recording where you can hear the whirr of the local surfboard business. Just a little local flavor as you can't go very far in Santa Cruz without passing a surf shop, or a taqueria, or a yoga studio. Sometimes all three in our casual beach town. :) We discuss the first quarter (Q1) of our #loveyourstash movement. We met our goals and (surprisingly?) stayed with it. For me at least, who dislikes anything that smacks of obligation knitting. Fortunately, my goals didn't involve knitting or finishing of any specific project so perhaps that helped make it workable. Congrats to all of you who are moving towards a stash you can live with and love. Our second quarter (Q2) threads are open and you can post a goal in the "goals" thread, and chat about all things stash in the "chat" thread. Remember, to #loveyourstash means different things to different folks. For some it means owning less yarn, while for others it means having a plan for your yarn. However you choose to stash, moving towards a well-curated stash that fits your storage, budget, and knitting style is a workable goal with the support of friends. Remember to use the hashtags #yarniacs and #loveyourstash for your social media needs so that we can all find what you are doing and support each other towards loving the stash! - Sharlene What are we wearing? Laika by Ysolda Teague Sharlene's Laika Starshower by Hilary Smith Callis Gayle's Starshower What are we stalking? Nesoi Tee by Miriam Felton Linum Tee by Bristol Ivy Fogliame by Heather Zoppetti Anzula Milky Way yarn Golden Morning pattern collection Brandilyn Top by Quenna Lee Kayden Tank by Quenna Lee What are we knitting? Gather Together by Joji Locatelli Chance of Showers by Heidi Kirrmaier Sharlene's Chance of Showers Heaven and Space by Martina Behm Sharlene's Heaven and Space Learn to Knit a Log Cabin Blanket by Staci Perry Crazy Stripes Tee by atelier alfa What have we finished? I Was a Teenage Mutant by Alex Tinsley Sharlene's Mutant hat Gather Together by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Advent Calendar 2015

The Yarniacs Episode 84: Knit the Stash Mar 20, 2015

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This week, in keeping with the "love the yarn you own" movement in our Ravelry group, Gayle and I talk stash. This week we focus on how we feel about our stashes and stashing in general. A well-curated stash that we are happy to own is important to every knitter and crocheter. Is something about your stash making you unhappy? Too much of one type of yarn, too little of your favorite color? Not enough yarn or too much? Now is the time to take inventory and think about what makes you a happy stasher, what doesn't, and how to move toward owning and curating a happy stash that brings you joy. If you need ideas and support, come over to our Ravelry discussion group and join in. We'd love to see you there! What's in your stash? - Sharlene What are we wearing?

Raiun by Kirstin Johnstone Sharlene's Raiun Zephyr Cove by Rosemary Hill Gayle's Zephyr Cove What are we stalking? Sharlene is stalking summer tops to make in cotton, such as: Zephyr by Julie Turjomen Mia by Jennifer Wood Lila Light by Carrie Bostick Hoge Gayle is stalking yarn for a log cabin blanket, and patterns for a 2-color shawl, such as: Salacious by Lisa Mutch Cameo by Paulina Popioleck What are we knitting? Heaven and Space by Martina Behm Chance of Showers by Heidi Kirrmaier Gather Together by Joji Locatelli (we are both knitting this one!) Scrap hat What have we finished? Heart Hat for Baby by Eba Design madelinetosh DK Twist

The Yarniacs Episode 83: It's All About the Yarn Mar 06, 2015

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This episode we share some of our experiences, observations, purchases and sights from the StitchesWest 2015 expo. It was fun, educational, entertaining and exhausting. You'll be hearing about some of the new yarns as they become works-in-progress. Please welcome Robbie (aka Photoknitgal) as a moderator to our Ravelry group. Both Gayle and I have days when we can't get to Ravelry to check out the group discussions. Now Robbie will be there if anything comes up and Gayle and I are away from the computer. Robbie was also the initiator (instigator?) of the current Stash-Down Challengereminding all of us to love the yarn we own! Thanks Robbie! What are we wearing? Cupido Cowl by Hiroko Fukatsu Echoes of Color (shawl) by Joji Locatelli What are we stalking? Bare Branches by Alana Dakos Gilliatt by De Rerum Natura Sharlene is stalking patterns for these new yarns in her stash: SW Graduated by Fresh From the Cauldron Aspen Sock with Nylon by Western Sky Knits Gemi (shawl) by Sara Elizabeth Schmidt Triangle Mitts by Emily Kintigh Ciel Sorbet Poncho by bunnymuff Full Bloom Hat by Jenny Williams Vinyarnsa by Shelley Brander What are we knitting? Chance of Showers by Heidi Kirrmaier Studio sport by Neighborhood Fiber Company Heaven and Space by Martina Behm Tenacity by Invictus Yarns Heart Hat for Baby by Eba Design Cosmic Wonder Dust by madelinetosh crazy stripes tee by atelier alfa Traveller Tunic by Joji Locatelli What have we finished? Seacoast by Joji Locatelli Malabrigo Rastita Sharlene's Seacoast I Was a Teenage Mutant (hat) by Alex Tinsley Sharlene's Mutant hat Mini Christmas Stocking Ornaments by Julie Williams Gayle's Advent project X-ing Xs by Jessica Rose Gayle's Xs hat Dragonfly Fibers The Abstract Miter by Fatimah Hinds Sharlene's project page for the blanket Western Sky Knits Western Sky Knits' Etsy shop Arabella by Ann McCauley

The Yarniacs Episode 82: Stitches West Bound Feb 18, 2015

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What are we wearing?

Campside by Alicia Plummer Yowza Weigh It Shawl by Susan B. Anderson Western Sky Knits Twinkle Sock What are we stalking? Newsom by Bristol Ivy 30 Hearts Cowl by Alexandra Ecuador by Joji Locatelli Meridien by Joji Locatelli And She Was by Yelena Dasher What are we knitting? Seacoast by Joji Locatelli Heaven and Space by Martina Behm Traveller Tunic by Joji Locatelli Echoes of Color by Joji Locatelli X-ing X's by Jessica Rose What have we finished? 3 Color Cashmere Cowl by Joji Locatelli Western Sky Knits Magnolia Luxe I Was a Teenage Mutant by Alex Tinsley Angry Sheep Cardigan by Pinegurri Lantern Lights by Joji Locatelli Axis by Samantha Roshak We talk about the new collection from Joji Locatelli and Veera Valimaki called Interpretations 2.

The Yarniacs Episode 81: Winter sweater weather Feb 06, 2015

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Sharlene's self-indulgent yarn from Western Sky Knits As I sit here finishing these show notes, my eyes are drawn to the window, and the slight promise of rain. If you've been following California news at all, you know that while the rest of the country is experiencing a white winter, in our neck of the woods January passed without a drop of moisture falling from the sky. Extreme drought indeed. So despite the fact that it is a mild 62ºF (16ºC) folks are out and about bundled up and everyone is excited about the possibility of rain. Whatever the February weather has in store for you (that groundhog predicted six more weeks of winter, right?) I hope you find a way to incorporate your knits--wearing or making--in a self-indulgent way. Please consider joining the self-indulgent KAL chat over in our group in Ravelry. Enjoy your knitting and stay warm! :) What are we wearing? Grace by Jane Richmond Sharlene's Grace The Traveling Sweater by A. Karen Alfke Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light Sharlene's Traveling Sweater Red Robin Shawl by Helen Stewart Silky Sock by Handwerks What are we stalking? Polaris by Hiroku Fukatsu Heaven and Space by Martina Behm Timetable Pullover by Andrea Sanchez Ease by Alicia Plummer Owligan by Kate Davies Crinaeae Cardi by Tori Gurbisz What are we knitting? Seacoast by Joji Locatelli 3 Color Cashmere Cowl by Joji Locatelli Traveller Tunic by Joji Locatelli Tracie Too by Imperial Yarn Angry Sheep Cardigan by Pinneguri Gayle's dad's sweater (no link yet) What have we finished? Rikke Hat by Sarah Young Campside by Alicia Plummer Baby Vertebrae by Kelly Brooker Gayle's Baby Vertebrae Chunkeanie by Wooly Wormhead Gayle's Chunkeanie One skein boot toppers by Shireen Nadir The yarn shown in the photo is Magnolia Luxe from Western Sky Knits.

The Yarniacs Episode 80: And Now for Something Completely Differnt Jan 23, 2015

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This 80th episode of The Yarniacs launches us into our 4th year of this podcasting adventure. What an adventure it has been! We have learned about wool, about yarn, about designing, about technique, and of course, about community. The community we have formed on Ravelry with our fellow yarniacs has been the most fulfilling and wonderful part of podcasting. We can't thank you all enough for listening, for participating in our knit-a-longs, for chatting, and for playing along with us in social media. Truly, you have enhanced our knitting lives. This episode we celebrate our podcast anniversary with a mash-up of some different party themes. Join us as we share some of our favorites from the last year and look forward to another yarn-filled year of podcasting. Enjoy! Party Hats! I Was a Tennaged Mutant by Alex Tinsley Gayle's Mutant hat Field of Wildflowers by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Wildflowers hat Skiff by Jared Flood Gayle's Skiff hat Sharlene's stripey hats MVK - Most Valuable Knits of 2014 Svalbard by Bristol Ivy Sharlene's Svalbard Magnolia by Joji Locatelli Gayle's Magnolia Sharlene's Magnolia Ease by Alicia Plummer Gayle's Ease Sharlene's Ease Gayle is currently swatching Beaverslide 100% Merino Our supporting cast Gayle is enjoying knitting with the KnitPicks Harmony wood interchangeables. Daylight lamps are Sharlene's most valuable tool. Lamps such as Ott & Verilux are great. What is a Morris style chair? This is the style of Sharlene's usual knitting chair. The Clover stitch holders are one of Gayle's favorite tools. Favorite yarns we worked with in 2014 Sharlene enjoyed working with fingering yarns, specifically single-ply fingering from Western Sky Knits and Dragonfly Fibers. Sharlene used the single-ply fingering for her Headland and her Hitofude Cardigan. Gayle also used a lot of Western Sky Knits yarns including the silk/merino blend that she used for her Puck Shawl and her Obsidian Pullover. She also enjoyed new to her yarns Gilliat and Holst Garn Coast, which she sued for her Hitofude. Favorite designers Joji Locatelli Elizabeth Doherty Yelena M. Dasher

The Yarniacs Episode 79: Welcome 2015 Jan 09, 2015

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Happy New Year everyone! Wishing you all health, happiness, and yarny goodness in all you do. This month we start our annual Self-Indulgent KAL. What is self-indulgent knitting? We believe any knitting that brings you happiness is self-indulgent. Maybe you like to knit for yourself, maybe you like to knit for others. Maybe you are finally going to use that gorgeous yarn that has been waiting patiently in your stash. A new technique? Maybe comfort knitting makes you happy. Any and all of these may be self-indulgent to you. Pick a project that brings you happiness and join in. You can find Self-Indulgent KAL discussion in our Ravelry group here. Remember, March 21 will be the end of the Self-Indulgent 2015 Knit-a-long! Use #sikal2015 and #yarniacs for your social media needs. What are we wearing? Boxy by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Boxy Coastal Hoodie by Tori Gurbisz Gayle's Hoodie What are we stalking? On the Grass by Joji Locatelli Honey Stitch Cowl by Davina Choy Hackney Hops by Belinda Boaden Louvre by von Hinterm Stein What are we knitting? Campside by Alicia Plummer Traveller Tunic by Joji Locatelli Tracie Too Sport yarn by Imperial Yarn Angry Sheep Cardigan by Pinneguri Journey Sock by Unwind Yarn Company What have we finished? Scarlet by Merin Collins Sharlene's Scarlet Steinway Hat by Heidi Robinson Sharlene's Steinway Easy Fingerless Mitts by Roxanne Richardson Sharlene's Fingerless Mitts Bankhead by Susie Gourlay Sharlene's Bankhead hat Little flowers with leaves by Mimi Alelis Sharlene's flowers Sharlene's crochet tape measure cover Burdock Cardigan by Maura Kirk Sharlene's Burdock Gayle's sweater for her dad Spiral Hat by Laura Kolarik Gayle's Spiral Hat Textured felted gift bag by Snowden Becker Gayle's gift bags Yowza Weigh It Shawl by Susan B. Anderson Gayle's Weight It Shawl

The Yarniacs Episode 78: Happy New Year! Dec 26, 2014

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What will you be knitting for the Self-Indulgent Knit-a-long? The Self-Indulgent KAL is your opportunity to knit something fun, whether for yourself or someone else. Knit something that will make you happy, whether the pleasure is derived from the finished object, the lovely yarn you are using, or simply the process of creating. Discuss all the possibilities here in our Ravelry group, and share your photos or comments in Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #sikal2015. What are we wearing? Cupido Cowl by Hiroko Fukatsu Sharlene's Cupido Laneway by Veera Valimaki Gayle's Laneway What are we stalking? Insouciant Fibers 100% Jacob Traveller Tunic by Joji Locatelli Angry Sheep Cardigan by Pinneguri Better Breton by Yelena Dasher Starshower by Hilary Smith Callis What are we knitting? Burdock Cardigan by Maura Kirk Alcea Cowl by Hannah Maier Yowza Weigh It Shawl by Susan B. Anderson Gayle's sweater for her dad What have we finished? Redox Boot Cuffs by Elizabeth Doherty Mini Christmas Stocking Ornaments by Julie Williams

The Yarniacs Episode 77: Podcast/shmodcast! Dec 12, 2014

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This week we bring you our usual segments, some prizes to share, and a link to a funny internet game show that includes the Yarniacs. Gayle and I were quite tickled upon listening to this feature and hope you will get a laugh out of it too. The fact that there were groans and possible Yarniacs in the audience just makes us smile! (See warning below! While the website page is family friendly, the audio linked from the page is not.) The days are getting darker, the weather getting cooler and possibly wetter. I hope you manage to fit some calming knitting time into your busy end-of-the-year schedules. Enjoy! What are we wearing? Magnolia Cardigan by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Magnolia Ease by Alicia Plummer Gayle's Ease Western Sky Knits Willow worsted What are we stalking? Seacoast by Joji Locatelli Veera Valimaki's Advent Calendar 2014 on her blog Windbreak by Jenise Reid Idlewood by Cecily Glowik MacDonald Mini Christmas Stocking Ornaments by Julie Williams Aniron by Luise O'Neill Laneway by Veera Valimaki Sunburst Shirt Dress by Anna Cohen What are we knitting? Burdock Cardigan by Maura Kirk Sharlene's Neighborhood Fiber Company worsted Alcea Cowl by Hannah Maier Yowza Weigh It Shawl by Susan B. Anderson a hint of summer by Isabell Kraemer What have we finished? Sharlene's stockinette socks Dream in Color Everlasting Sock Honey Cowl by Antonia Shankland Sharlene's Easy Cowl Headland by Elizabeth Doherty Sharlene's Headland Skiff (hat) by Jared Flood Snowball Buddies by Susan Claudino Gayle's Snowball Buddies Warm Wishes Hottie Cover by Helen Stewart Podcast/Shmodcast! Live Wire! Radio This link goes to the podcast page where you can see the podcast/shmodcast game. There is a link to the audio from this page. ***Beware that the audio link is not family friendly!***

The Yarniacs Episode 76: Happy Thanksgiving Nov 28, 2014

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What are we wearing? Headlands test knit Gayle's Idlewood Idlewood by Cecily Glowik MacDonald What are we stalking? Woodfords by Elizabeth Doherty Warm Wishes Hottie Cover by Helen Stewart Willow Creek by Justyna Lorkowska Ellery by Jenn Emerson What are we knitting? Simple socks swatching with Neighborhood Fiber Company studio worsted Skiff (hat) by Jared Flood Gilliatt by De Rerum Natura (yarn) Ease by Alicia Plummer Snowball Buddies by Susan Claudino What have we finished? Magnolia Cardigan by Joji Locatelli Sharlene's Magnolia Fuego Hat by Justyna Lowkowska Mochimochi Snowmen by Anna Hrachovec Monstermitts by Julia Allen Gayle's mitts Crochet Penguin Hat by Sarah Zimmerman Gayle's Penguin hat

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