Yarn Calculator - Calculate Exact Yarn Requirements
Calculate precisely how much yarn you need for any knitting project. Avoid running out of yarn or buying too much with our professional yarn calculator.
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Enter your project details for precise yarn calculations
Quick Tips
Always knit a gauge swatch first
Measure your swatch after blocking
Buy all yarn from the same dye lot
Consider yarn substitution carefully
Understanding Yarn Calculations
What is Gauge?
Gauge refers to the number of stitches and rows per inch in your knitting. It's the most critical measurement for accurate yarn calculations.
- • Always knit a 4x4 inch gauge swatch
- • Use the same yarn and needles as your project
- • Block your swatch before measuring
- • Measure in the center of the swatch
Yarn Weight Guide
Lace (0)33-40 sts/4"
Sport (2)23-26 sts/4"
DK (3)21-24 sts/4"
Worsted (4)16-20 sts/4"
Bulky (5)12-15 sts/4"
Project Planning Tips
- • Add 10-15% extra yarn for safety
- • Consider pattern complexity (cables use more yarn)
- • Account for seaming and finishing
- • Buy all yarn from the same dye lot
- • Keep yarn labels for reference
Common Yarn Amounts
Baby Hat50-100 yards
Adult Hat150-250 yards
Scarf300-500 yards
Adult Sweater1000-2000 yards
Baby Blanket1200-1800 yards