Sweater Yardage Estimator
Estimate total yarn for your sweater with a body, sleeve, and finishing breakdown.
Typical Sweater Yardage by Size & Weight
| Size | Fingering | DK | Worsted | Bulky |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS (32") | 1400–1600 | 1000–1200 | 800–1000 | 500–700 |
| S (36") | 1600–1900 | 1200–1400 | 950–1100 | 600–800 |
| M (40") | 1900–2200 | 1400–1700 | 1100–1300 | 700–900 |
| L (44") | 2200–2600 | 1700–2000 | 1300–1600 | 800–1100 |
| XL (48") | 2600–3000 | 2000–2400 | 1600–1900 | 1000–1300 |
| 2XL (52") | 3000–3500 | 2400–2800 | 1900–2300 | 1200–1500 |
Yardage ranges are approximate for a standard crew-neck sweater with full-length sleeves.
How to Use This Estimator
- Select a standard size or enter your chest circumference directly.
- Adjust body length, sleeve length, and yarn weight.
- Click Estimate Yardage to see a breakdown by section and total.
Tips
- The estimate covers a standard adult sweater with 1–2" ease. Add 10–15% for textured stitches.
- Buy all skeins from the same dye lot — colors can vary slightly between lots.
- Cardigans typically use 5–10% less yarn than pullovers due to the front opening.
- Use the reference table above to cross-check your estimate.
About this Sweater Yardage Estimator
Use this free Sweater Yardage Estimator to get quick, accurate results directly in your browser. It is designed for everyday use with no signup, no downloads, and no account required. No signup is required, and the tool works on phones, tablets, and desktop browsers.