How Much Yarn Do I Need? (Yardage Chart)
Yardage and skein count are not the same thing. Use this chart for rough planning, then compare skein prices so you do not overbuy or overpay.
Approximate yardage by project
| Project | Approx yards |
|---|---|
| Beanie/hat | 100–180 |
| Scarf | 300–500 |
| Adult sweater | 1,000–2,000 |
| Baby blanket | 600–1,000 |
| Throw blanket | 1,500–3,000 |
| Socks (pair) | 300–450 |
Browse yarns and compare skein prices →
Skein math example
For a project (~1,500 yards), Lang Lang Cashmere Light Yarn at 92 yards/skein needs about 17 skeins. At $41.00 from Paradise Fibers, that is about $697.00 before shipping.
Yarns to price-check now
Ice Yarns
Charm
From $13.99 at Ice YarnsLang
Lang Cashmere Light Yarn
From $41.00 at Paradise FibersKing Cole
King Cole Bumble Chunky
From $7.42 at WEBS (Yarn.com)Ice Yarns
Paillettes
From $11.99 at Ice YarnsMadelinetosh
Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light Yarn - Custom: JBW: Cheese, It's Cold!
From $32.00 at Jimmy Beans WoolKing Cole
King Cole Celestial Super Chunky
From $10.18 at WEBS (Yarn.com)
Charm
From $13.99 at Ice YarnsLang
Lang Cashmere Light Yarn
From $41.00 at Paradise FibersKing Cole
King Cole Bumble Chunky
From $7.42 at WEBS (Yarn.com)Ice Yarns
Paillettes
From $11.99 at Ice YarnsMadelinetosh
Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light Yarn - Custom: JBW: Cheese, It's Cold!
From $32.00 at Jimmy Beans WoolKing Cole
King Cole Celestial Super Chunky
From $10.18 at WEBS (Yarn.com)
Disclaimer
Yardage ranges are approximate. Always check your pattern and ball band.
Skein math example
Divide pattern yardage by yards per skein on the ball band. Buy one extra skein for gauge swatches.