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!
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I reviewed, fact checked and updated this post on May 17, 2023.
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. Don’t want the hassle of estimating how much yarn you need? A knitting kit is the simple solution. I share all about it in this post.
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 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
Now you know how much chunky yarn you need to knit a scarf, it’s time to start your next project! Want to use a smaller yarn weight? See my post on how much worsted yarn for a scarf.
