Answer
How much yarn do I need for a sweater?
An adult sweater takes about 1,125–1,625 yards of worsted (4) yarn (Lion Brand): 6–9 skeins of 200 yards. Lighter yarns need more yardage: 1,500–2,250 yards in DK (3).
Sweater yardage by weight
| Weight | Yards |
|---|---|
| 1 Super fine | 3,375 |
| 2 Fine | 1,750–2,625 |
| 3 Light | 1,500–2,250 |
| 4 Medium | 1,125–1,625 |
| 5 Bulky | 950–1,125 |
| 6 Super bulky | 825–1,125 |
| 7 Jumbo | 825–1,125 |
More questions
Why does a sweater range so widely?
Size, ease, sleeve length and stitch pattern all change the yardage. Cables can add a lot. Use the pattern’s figure for your size when you have it.
Should I buy an extra skein?
Yes, from the same dye lot: it costs less than running out.
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