How Much Yarn Did You Use in a Project? | Podcast Episode #44

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If you plan to publish or share your designs, this is a must-know skill.

A great request came in the other day that inspired this podcast episode. She wrote:

“Brittany, how do you calculate the amount of yarn that is in your project? I would love to know how much yarn I used so I can use this info later.”

This is such a great question. It’s especially useful for designers but can also be helpful to know for hobby crocheters. To figure out how much yarn I used in a project, I’ve been using a self-developed system (of several years and now) that’s tested and never lets me down so I feel comfortable with its accuracy and to share it with the world. So in this episode, I’ll run you through the basics – why, what, and how. If you’re more of a visual person, hang in there! I’ll be releasing a video tutorial to walk you through my process in the New Year!

In this episode, you’ll Learn

  • Why you need to calculate the amount of yarn used.
  • Who this technique is useful for and why.
  • What tools and information you will need to make the calculation,
  • How to calculate the amount of yarn in a project in three easy steps.
  • Things to look out for to make sure your calculations are accurate.
  • Tips for designers who calculate often.

Mentioned in this Episode


Smart Weigh Professional Scale | Buy it on Amazon (Affiliate Link)

Google Sheets | Free spreadsheet software

Step 1 Equation | yarn weight (g OR oz)/skein length (m OR yds) = N value

Step 3 Equation | project weight (g OR oz)/N value = amount of yarn in project

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