Yarn Yardage Calculator
Calculate how much yarn you need for your knitting or crochet project. Get accurate yardage estimates to avoid running out mid-project.
Calculate Your Yarn Needs
Check your yarn label for the weight number (0-7)
Always buy extra to account for gauge differences, mistakes, and dye lot variations
Yarn Weight Quick Reference
| Yarn Weight | Typical Yardage per 100g | Common Uses |
|---|---|---|
| Lace (0) | 600-800 yards | Shawls, doilies |
| Fingering (1) | 400-500 yards | Socks, shawls |
| Sport (2) | 300-350 yards | Baby items, light garments |
| DK/Light Worsted (3) | 250-300 yards | Light sweaters, baby items |
| Worsted (4) | 180-220 yards | Sweaters, afghans, hats |
| Bulky (5) | 120-160 yards | Quick blankets, hats |
| Super Bulky (6) | 80-120 yards | Super quick projects |
| Jumbo (7) | 50-80 yards | Arm knitting, quick projects |
Yarn Shopping Tips:
- ✓ Buy all yarn at once - Dye lots can vary and be noticeable in finished projects
- ✓ Keep yarn labels - Record dye lot number in case you need more
- ✓ Swatch first - Your gauge may differ from the pattern's gauge
- ✓ Add 10-20% extra - Better to have leftovers than run short mid-project
- ✓ Consider substitutions carefully - Different fibers behave differently
- ✓ Check yardage, not weight - Same weight can have different yardage amounts