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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?

 

 

 

 

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!

 

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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!

 

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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!

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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!

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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!

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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!

 

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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! https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEisQ_Vw-d11puUNKHs0MGZp8oj_Y96HhTxX5KqbmKmUPzQ__COoE1wGXreUb5Am-XXLYyPVdzb8KaNswM-O6BueK3XD0Ag2wRRL12jDVaeBwLN34TnZ0QDtNORFUdb0c5Lo9qSEExBSdx48SDAVTnvCNoKRWRnFblkl7ShJ-KlIeH_8WyWZdjETEV0MT6dY 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!

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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!

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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!

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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!

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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!

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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

Just 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!

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.

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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.

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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! ❤️

 

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Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool.

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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! https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUWnQK1DHQVvEU8Axpr1ySwf5dR0nQNw_2NNlk4zAzClvbsZlJCy5nvh58p9D43Rcx_ny8i6oQ7kcsj0kmbz_XWSDv6XXaS-Dc8cFV7dcFTiL3cMvzw6hA45zTtAK5-iRFqRxC0iLIe0CiQwgNXFKD8iJUp2_A-tW2WLM4-aKrfxkLq0aG-I8cRCkLUGuu/s398/fix.jpg     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! https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUWnQK1DHQVvEU8Axpr1ySwf5dR0nQNw_2NNlk4zAzClvbsZlJCy5nvh58p9D43Rcx_ny8i6oQ7kcsj0kmbz_XWSDv6XXaS-Dc8cFV7dcFTiL3cMvzw6hA45zTtAK5-iRFqRxC0iLIe0CiQwgNXFKD8iJUp2_A-tW2WLM4-aKrfxkLq0aG-I8cRCkLUGuu/s398/fix.jpg     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!

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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!

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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

 

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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

 

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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

- Who is Stephen West?

- Who is Stephanie Pearl-McFee?

The Yarn Harlot blog

- Who is TinCanKnits?

Flax by TinCanKnits

Flax Light by TinCanKnits

Crochet or other crafts

- What is a granny square?

- What is crochet?

Technique

- What are short rows?

- What is double knitting?

- What is ladder back jacquard?

It's Not about the Hat by Susan Rainey

Thank you to our sponsor Fix-A-Stitch!

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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

- Who is Jo March?

- Who is Elizabeth Zimmermann?

- Who is Rachael Herron?

- Who is Stephanie Pearl-McPhee?

Construction technique

- What is set-in sleeves?

- What is a circular yoke?

- What is a toe-up sock?

Bonus questions: Ravelry

- What is Ravelry Radar?

- 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!

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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! https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1msK0MHJr0AdWOXdVASiLNwYutz_Q7-_iEJE2nRMe97_gp7LtdHNpq8ys6SmUdoN-3LRSX05X90R1sluhyphenhyphenw4EvDLScfESsG-XE-Lqr3lohGbdj3ydmPuFPjDDgvP3qzm6dkQsEkqZOOsZchXPSujIUpywYQejjh6YoFPu4uFjBTx5vbNZ_A-Iy3yXv6RY/s1024/TSS.jpg     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! https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1msK0MHJr0AdWOXdVASiLNwYutz_Q7-_iEJE2nRMe97_gp7LtdHNpq8ys6SmUdoN-3LRSX05X90R1sluhyphenhyphenw4EvDLScfESsG-XE-Lqr3lohGbdj3ydmPuFPjDDgvP3qzm6dkQsEkqZOOsZchXPSujIUpywYQejjh6YoFPu4uFjBTx5vbNZ_A-Iy3yXv6RY/s1024/TSS.jpg   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! https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1msK0MHJr0AdWOXdVASiLNwYutz_Q7-_iEJE2nRMe97_gp7LtdHNpq8ys6SmUdoN-3LRSX05X90R1sluhyphenhyphenw4EvDLScfESsG-XE-Lqr3lohGbdj3ydmPuFPjDDgvP3qzm6dkQsEkqZOOsZchXPSujIUpywYQejjh6YoFPu4uFjBTx5vbNZ_A-Iy3yXv6RY/s1024/TSS.jpg 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.