Episodes

  • The Yarniacs Episode 321: Knitting with Robbie 2024

    The Yarniacs Episode 321: Knitting with Robbie 2024
    May 3 2024

    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! ❤️

    Thank you to our sponsor Jimmy Beans Wool.

    Robbie shares her personal journey with ADHD and how this has affected her crafting and knitting.

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    47 mins
  • Episode 320: Knitting and (awkward😊) reintroductions

    Episode 320: Knitting and (awkward😊) reintroductions
    Apr 19 2024

    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! 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!
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    55 mins
  • The Yarniacs Episode 319: Knitting & Securing Yarn Ends

    The Yarniacs Episode 319: Knitting & Securing Yarn Ends
    Apr 5 2024

    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! 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.
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    58 mins
  • The Yarniacs Episode 318: Self-Indulgent KAL 2024 Wrap Up

    The Yarniacs Episode 318: Self-Indulgent KAL 2024 Wrap Up
    Mar 22 2024
    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! 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!
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    45 mins
  • The Yarniacs Episode 317: Knitting Tool Box

    The Yarniacs Episode 317: Knitting Tool Box
    Mar 8 2024

    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!

    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!
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • The Yarniacs Episode 316: Knitting at the Seacoast Again

    The Yarniacs Episode 316: Knitting at the Seacoast Again
    Feb 23 2024
    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     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
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    47 mins
  • The Yarniacs Episode 315: Test Knitting Success!

    The Yarniacs Episode 315: Test Knitting Success!
    Feb 9 2024
    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   Thank you to our sponsor Fluff & Nonsense Yarn!   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  
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    54 mins
  • The Yarniacs Episode 314: Happy 12th Anniversary!

    The Yarniacs Episode 314: Happy 12th Anniversary!
    Jan 26 2024

    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!

    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?'
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    55 mins