We have the answers for the average metres required. It's not guessing; it's mathematics. Yarnspirations figured out how many metres to purchase for the average project. Of course, some projects are yarn pigs like the crocodile or textured stitches, but this will give a closer idea.
This doesn't tell you colour breakdowns if you are changing colour; it just roughly shows the total metres in a project. This is the Canadian or those using metric for measurements.
If you prefer yardages, go here for the Yardages Per Project Type.
Yarn Labels
- The metres per ball, skein, O'Go, hank, cake, or cone are found on the labels of major manufacturers.
- You will also see the weight assignment to match the project with the hook or needle size. On the label below, it's #5 Bulky Weight.
- Generally speaking, crochet uses more yarn than knitting.
Example:
In Bulky #5 weight, I want a baby blanket between 800 and 914 metres. Use the package's metres to determine the number of balls you will need.
914 metres divided by 208 metres shown on the package = 4.39 balls. Round up to the nearest whole number, in this case, five balls. So, I would buy five balls of this to make the baby blanket.
Super Fine #1 Weight Projects
- Hats 229 to 297 metres
- Scarf 480 to 755 metres
- Socks 320 to 457 metres
- Sweater 3086 metres
- Baby Blanket or Palliative 1372 to 1486 metres
- Afghan 3429 to 3772 metres
- Shawl 503 to 777 metres
Fine #2 Weight Projects
- Hats 229 to 297 metres
- Scarf 412 to 572 metres
- Socks 274 to 411 metres
- Sweater 1600 to 2400 metres
- Baby Blanket or Palliative 1143 to 1486 metres
- Afghan 3200 to 3429 metres
- Shawl 411 to 640 metres
Light #3 Weight Projects
- Hats 183 to 229 metres
- Scarf 343 to 458 metres
- Socks 252 to 365 metres
- Sweater 1318 to 2058 metres
- Baby Blanket or Palliative 1029 to 1143 metres
- Afghan 2744 to 3200 metres
- Shawl 366 to 572 metres
Medium #4 Weight Projects
- Hats 183 to 206 metres
- Scarf 343 to 457 metres
- Socks 252 to 343 metres
- Sweater 1029 to 1486 metres
- Baby Blanket or Palliative 914 to 1029 metres
- Afghan 2058 to 2858 metres
- Shawl 343 to 503 metres
Bulky #5 Weight Projects
- Hats 114 to 183 metres
- Scarf 229 to 343 metres
- Socks 229 to 320 metres
- Sweater 869 to 1029 metres
- Baby Blanket or Palliative 800 to 914 metres
- Afghan 1829 to 2057 metres
- Shawl 320 to 458 metres
Super Bulky #6 Weight Projects
- Hats 114 to 137 metres
- Scarf 229 to 343 metres
- Socks 183 to 229 metres
- Sweater 755 to 1029 metres
- Baby Blanket or Palliative 686 to 800 metres
- Afghan 1486 to 1829 metres
- Shawl 320 to 434 metres
Jumbo #7 Weight Projects
- Hats 27 to 55 metres
- Scarf 114 to 182 metres
- Socks 160 to 183 metres
- Sweater 754 to 1028 metres
- Baby Blanket or Palliative 572 to 686 metres
- Afghans 1257 to 1486 metres
- Shawl 275 to 366 metres
More Ideas
- Timeless Tunisian Blanket Stitch Sampler
- 3 Crochet Baby Bib Patterns
- Knit Caron Cupcakes Hat - Pattern on Label
- Mikey's Beehive Assignment
- Let's Stripe V-Stitch Adult Hat Pattern
- Colorblock Ruana Crochet Pattern
- Beginner Color Play O'Go Striped Scarf Pattern
Sandra Whalen says
Thank you Mikey, this is very useful information to have as a crocheter… I be always wondered about this and so appreciative of the fact that you are sharing this with us ☺️ I am also looking forward to reading your book that I just received in the mail. Your YouTube videos have been very helpful and I love the little antics that you and Diva Dan put in, it keeps me laughing when I need the most. Take care and please continue to inspire us like you do !!!