Yarn Yardage Calculator
Estimate how much yarn you need for your knitting or crochet project.
How to Use the Yarn Yardage Calculator
- Select a project type preset or choose "Custom" and enter your own dimensions.
- Enter the width and length of your finished project in inches or cm.
- Select your yarn weight — this determines how many yards of yarn are used per stitch.
- Enter your gauge (stitches per inch). Check your yarn label or work a swatch.
- Click Calculate Yardage to see how many yards and meters you need.
Tips
- The "Yards + 20% Buffer" result is what we recommend buying to avoid running out mid-project.
- Lace and textured stitch patterns often use more yarn than stockinette for the same area.
- Yarn weight defaults (yards per stitch) are averages — heavier weights use more yarn per stitch.
- If you already have yarn, divide total yards by yardage per skein to find how many skeins you need.
About this Yarn Yardage Calculator
Use this free Yarn Yardage Calculator 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.