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How many yards of yarn do I need for a blanket?
How much yarn do I need to make a ____?
| Yarn Weight 1 | Yarn Weight 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Shawl | 550-850 Yards | 400-625 Yards |
| Adult Sweater | 3375 Yards | 1500-2250 Yards |
| Baby Blanket | 1500-1625 Yards | 1125-1250 Yards |
| Afghan | 3750-4125 Yards | 3000-3500 Yards |
What size is bulky yarn?
Yarn Weight (Thickness)
| Yarn Weight | US Needle Size | Common Uses |
|---|---|---|
| Medium- or worsted-weight, afghan, Aran | 7–9 | Sweaters, blankets, outdoor wear (hats, scarves, mittens, and so on) |
| Bulky or chunky | 10–11 | Rugs, jackets, blankets |
| Super bulky | 13–15 | Heavy blankets and rugs, sweaters |
What can I make with 50 yards of bulky yarn?
50 Cute Projects to Make from Leftover Yarn – They Make Excellent Gifts, Too!
- Make simple cable necklaces and bracelets.
- Water bottle carriers.
- Give your clock a cozy.
- Make some colorful lanterns.
- Make whimsical sculptures with yarn and glue.
- Make tassels.
- Crochet a picture frame.
- Crocheted cell phone cover.
What can I knit with 2 balls of wool?
13 Gifts You Can Make with 2 Balls of Yarn or Less
| Knit Prince Street Leg Warmers | Crochet Stash Basket | Gretchen’s Easy Tam |
| Crochet Geometric Pillow | Knit Flip-Top Mittens | Crochet Split Collar Capelet |
How many yards of yarn does it take to knit a hat?
Estimating How Much Yarn to Buy
| Yarn Weight Category | Stitches per Inch | Yards Needed for a Hat |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Fine | 6 to 7 | 250 to 350 |
| 3 Light | 5 to 6 | 200 to 300 |
| 4 Medium | 4 to 5 | 150 to 250 |
| 5 Bulky | 3 to 4 | 125 to 200 |