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Table Of Contents
- How Much Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Long Scarf?
- How Many Yards Of Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Long Scarf?
- How Many Skeins Of Yarn Do I Need For A Long Scarf?
- How Many Balls Of Yarn For A Long Scarf?
- How Many Ounces Of Yarn For A Long Scarf?
I recommend using a pattern to knit a scarf. The designer gives the yarn weight and yardage. Not up for calculating yarn yardage? A knitting kit has got you covered. Check out the details here.
The example pattern I’m using is the Reversible Stripes Scarf in New Yarns by Purl Soho. It’s a great option for beginners.
Here’s my handy guide to how much yarn for knitting a long scarf and yards of yarn required when using the example pattern in sport weight #3 yarn.
How Much Yarn Do I Need For A Long Scarf?
To knit a long scarf with the finished length measurement of 70 inches (178 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 872 yards (797 meters) of sport weight #3 yarn. A total weight of 14 oz (400 g). Number of skeins is 4 skeins (each skein weighs 3.5 oz – 100 g).
Long Scarf Yarn Estimates
With Sport Weight Yarn (#3)
Final Size (In)
70 inches
Final Size (Cm)
178 cm
Estimated Yardage
872 yards
Estimated Meterage
797 meters
Estimated Ounces
14 oz
Estimated Grams
400 g
Estimated Skeins
4 skeins
How Many Yards Of Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Long Scarf?
To knit a long scarf with the finished length measurements of 70″ (178 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 872 yards (797 meters) of sport weight #3 yarn.
How Many Skeins Of Yarn Do I Need For A Long Scarf?
To knit a long scarf with the finished length measurement of 70″ (178 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 4 skeins of sport weight #3 yarn. (Each skein weighs 3.5 oz – 100 g).
How Many Balls Of Yarn Do I Need For A Long Scarf?
To knit a long scarf with the finished length measurement of 70″ (178 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 4 balls of sport weight #3 yarn. (Each skein weighs 3.5 oz – 100 g).
How Many Ounces Of Yarn For A Long Scarf?
To knit a long scarf with the finished length measurement of 70″ (178 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 14 oz (400 g) of sport weight #3 yarn.
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Conclusion
Now you know how much yarn you need to knit a scarf, it’s time to start your next project! Want to knit a different style of scarf? Read my article on how much yarn for a chunky scarf, or how much sport weight yarn for a scarf.
