Granny Square Blanket Yarn Calculator
Classic granny squares create a breathable, lightweight fabric that uses approximately 15% less yarn than solid single crochet. Calculate your total yarn needs.
Crochet Blanket Yarn Estimator
Always purchase all your skeins in a single order to ensure matching dye lot numbers. Our estimate automatically includes a 10% safety buffer for swatching and joining tails.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does granny stitch use less yarn than double crochet?
Yes! Because classic granny clusters are separated by chain spaces (open eyelets), granny square blankets use approximately 10% to 15% less yarn by weight than solid row-by-row double crochet.
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Worsted weight (#4 Medium) is the most widely used yarn in the world. It averages roughly 2.0 yards per gram (200 yards per 100g skein). Weigh your leftover ball to find exact yardage.
Fingering Weight & Sock Yarn CalculatorFingering weight (#1 Super Fine) yarn averages 4.0 to 4.4 yards per gram (approx. 400–440 yards per 100g skein). Calculate how much yarn remains in your sock yarn scraps.
DK Weight Yarn CalculatorDK weight (#3 Light) yarn is popular for garments and baby items, averaging 2.5 to 2.8 yards per gram (~260 yards per 100g). Weigh your mystery stash below.
Bulky Weight Yarn CalculatorBulky yarn (#5 Chunky) works up fast, averaging roughly 1.1 to 1.3 yards per gram (~120–130 yards per 100g skein). Calculate your remaining yardage below.