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Simple yarn calculator
Does your yarn have a different gauge from the pattern? Enter the stitches per 4 in to see how the width changes with the same stitch count.
Compare knitting gauge
Enter two positive values to see how the width changes.
Add row gauge (optional)
Enter the row counts too if you want to compare garment height.
Calculate yarn balls (optional)
The number of balls is based on the yarn length stated in the pattern. A different gauge can change consumption, so this is an estimate.
Your values are used only on this page and disappear when you reload it.
How to use the yarn calculator
- Find the pattern's gauge and enter the stitch count.
- Measure the same length on your own swatch and enter its stitch count.
- Read the width difference. Add row gauge and yarn length if you want to calculate more.
Want to find yarn in your own stash?
With Plus, the yarn converter can compare the pattern with yarns in your own stash and filter by fibre and category.
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