How do you figure out afghan sizes?
I have created a formula to calculate the chain counts needed to get to the sizes you need. The formula will also calculate stitch sets for those who require a pattern, such as a wave afghan to stay in balance for stitches.
Sizes of afghans have been provided in the equation for those interested to know the standard sizes of crochet afghans. I have included everything from receiving blanket sizes to king size.
For my calculator, you will need a measuring tape to give me a few dimensions. Due to everyone having their own gauge for stitching, this formula will adjust to your own tension to provide you with accurate details.
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Jessica says
Hello! I think I've worked out what I need but I'm not 100% sure. I'm making a C2C queen size no drape blanket as a wedding gift; I'm using Caron One Pound or either Red Heart Super Saver & a 5mm hook. I plugged in the stitch sets as 4. Is that correct? Does this calculator work for C2C? I worked out from it that I need to keep going until it's 80x60 but like I said I wasn't 100%. Thanks in advance!
Judy says
Been looking for how to crochet a queen size american drag .you know where I can find one thanks for your time
Melissa says
For a c2c afghan each set of 4 equals 1 block therefore 1 block (for me) is one stitch at 1 inch per block with a H/8 (5.00mm) hook. so make a swatch with 4 squares by 4 squares. This is not a calculator for c2c though this is for normal stitches and I use JS Calc here for my c2c afghan calculator:
https://jscalc.io/embed/VnUT19b5iS94TbnS
Sherrie Fendrych says
What if I don’t have an answer for the ‘stitch sets’ part? Not working from a pattern, but just ‘free-handing’ using the linen stitch for a king-size with drape?
Michelle says
I'm new to graphgans I'm wanting to make a lap throw something like 50×72. I have tried everything to get my stitchs can you please help me.
Mikey, The Crochet Crowd says
Can you just chain 50". I would just chain and grab a measuring tape and stop when you hit your desired width. Everyone has different tensions, so what works for me, may be too tight or loose for you.
Christi says
Mikey,
I'm needing some help on figuring out the amount of yard I need for a blanket I'm not usein a pattern.
Margie bandonell says
I want to make a king size bedspread. With crochet thread. How many balls will need