How Much Chunky Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Scarf? [Answers for 1 Size]

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 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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Jodie Morgan From Knit Like Granny

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Author: Jodie Morgan is a passionate knitter and blogger with 40+ years of experience currently living in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Taught by her mother and wonderful grandmother “Mama”, she fell in love with crafting from a young age. When she’s not knitting, you’ll find her enjoying a cup of coffee with cream, or sharing helpful resources and tips with the online knitting community. Please say hello, or see what she's making on Ravelry.

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