Our included yarn calculation table gives you quick answers to the question – How much chunky yarn do I need to knit a scarf? No running out of yarn!
Table Of Contents
- How Much Chunky Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Scarf?
- How Many Yards Of Chunky Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Scarf?
- How Many Skeins Of Yarn Do I Need For A Scarf?
- How Many Balls Of Yarn For A Scarf?
- How Many Ounces Of Yarn For A Scarf?
I recommend using a pattern to knit a scarf. The designer gives the yarn weight and yardage. The example pattern I’m using is the One Ball Knit Scarfie by Lion Brand Yarn. It’s a great option for beginners.
Here’s my handy guide to how much yarn for knitting a scarf and yards of yarn required when using the example pattern in chunky weight #5 yarn.
How Much Chunky Yarn Do I Need For A Scarf?
To knit a scarf with the finished length of 68 inches (173 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 312 yards (285 meters) of chunky weight #5 yarn. A total weight of 5.3 oz (150 g). Number of skeins is 1 skein (each skein weighs 5.3 oz – 150 g).
Scarf Yarn Estimates
With Chunky Weight Yarn (#5)
Final Size (In)
68 inches
Final Size (Cm)
173 cm
Estimated Yardage
312 yards
Estimated Meterage
285 meters
Estimated Ounces
5.3 oz
Estimated Grams
150 g
Estimated Skeins
1 skein
How Many Yards Of Chunky Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Scarf?
To knit a scarf with the finished length of 68″ (173 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 312 yards (285 meters) of chunky weight #5 yarn.
How Many Skeins Of Chunky Yarn Do I Need For A Scarf?
To knit a scarf with the finished length of 68″ (173 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1 skein of chunky weight #5 yarn. (Each skein weighs 5.3 oz – 150 g).
How Many Balls Of Chunky Yarn Do I Need For A Scarf?
To knit a scarf with the finished length of 68″ (173 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1 ball of chunky weight #5 yarn. (Each skein weighs 5.3 oz – 150 g).
How Many Ounces Of Chunky Yarn For A Scarf?
To knit a scarf with the finished length of 68″ (173 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 5.3 oz (150 g) of chunky weight #5 yarn.
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Conclusion
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Want to know which yarn is best to use for scarf? To see my current recommendations, search for my article – The Best Yarns For Knitting.
