Our included yarn calculation table gives you the quick answers to the question – How much yarn do I need to knit a Men’s Sweater? No running out of yarn!
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Table Of Contents
- How Much Yarn Do I Need To Knit a Men’s Sweater?
- How Many Yards Of Yarn Do I Need To Knit a Men’s Sweater?
- How Many Skeins Of Yarn Do I Need For a Men’s Sweater?
- How Many Balls Of Yarn For a Men’s Sweater?
- How Many Ounces Of Yarn For a Men’s Sweater?
I highly recommend using a pattern to knit a Men’s Sweater. The designer gives details of the yarn weight and the yardage. If you’re using an Addi machine, the yarn amount needed changes. My post has the specifics.
The example pattern I’m using is the Adult’s Knit V- Neck Pullover by Yarnspirations. It includes 6 different sizes from Extra Small to 5XL. It’s a great option for beginners.
How Much Yarn Do I Need For a Men’s Sweater?
Here’s my handy guide to how much yarn for knitting a Men’s Sweater in 6 different sizes and yards of yarn required when (using the example pattern) in Worsted Weight #4 yarn.
Size Small
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 37″ (94 cm) using the example pattern you need a min. of 1260 yards (1152 meters) of Worsted Weight #4 yarn, total weight of 24 oz (680.4g).
Number of skeins is 4 skeins (each skein weighs 6 oz/ 170.1g).
XS/S Men’s Sweater Yarn Estimates
With Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Final Chest Size (In)
37 inches
Final Chest Size (Cms)
94 cms
Estimated Yardage
1260 yards
Estimated Meterage
1152 meters
Estimated Ounces
24 oz
Estimated Grams
680.4 gms
Estimated Skeins
4 skeins
Size Medium
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 40.5″ (103 cm) using the example pattern you need a min. of 1260 yards (1152 meters) of Worsted Weight #4 yarn, total weight of 24 oz (680.4g).
Number of skeins is 4 skeins (each skein weighs 6 oz/ 170.1 g).
M Men’s Sweater Yarn Estimates
With Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Final Chest Size (In)
40.5 inches
Final Chest Size (Cms)
103 cms
Estimated Yardage
1260 yards
Estimated Meterage
1152 meters
Estimated Ounces
24 oz
Estimated Grams
680.4 gms
Estimated Skeins
4 skeins
Size Large
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 44.5″ (113 cm) using the example pattern you need a min. of 1260 yards (1152 meters) of Worsted Weight #4 yarn, total weight of 24 oz (680.4g).
Number of skeins is 4 skeins (each skein weighs 6 oz/ 170.1g).
L Men’s Sweater Yarn Estimates
With Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Final Chest Size (In)
44.5 inches
Final Chest Size (Cms)
113 cms
Estimated Yardage
1260 yards
Estimated Meterage
1152 meters
Estimated Ounces
24 oz
Estimated Grams
680.4 gms
Estimated Skeins
4 skeins
Size Extra Large
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 49″ (124.5 cm) using the example pattern you need a min. of 1575 yards (1440 meters) of Worsted Weight #4 yarn, total weight of 30 oz (850.5g).
Number of skeins is 5 skeins (each skein weighs 6 oz/ 170.1g).
XL Men’s Sweater Yarn Estimates
With Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Final Chest Size (In)
49 inches
Final Chest Size (Cms)
124.5 cms
Estimated Yardage
1575 yards
Estimated Meterage
1440 meters
Estimated Ounces
30 oz
Estimated Grams
850.5 gms
Estimated Skeins
5 skeins
Size 2 Extra Large & 3 Extra Large
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 55″ (140 cm), – (using the example pattern) you need a min. of 1890 yards (1728 meters) of Worsted Weight #4 yarn, total weight of 36 oz (1020.6 g).
Number of skeins is 6 skeins (each skein weighs 6 oz/ 170.1g).
2XL/3XL Men’s Sweater Yarn Estimates
With Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Final Chest Size (In)
55 inches
Final Chest Size (Cms)
140 cms
Estimated Yardage
1890 yards
Estimated Meterage
1728 meters
Estimated Ounces
36 oz
Estimated Grams
1020.6 gms
Estimated Skeins
6 skeins
Size 4 Extra Large & 5 Extra Large
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 63″ (160 cm), – (using the example pattern) you need a min. of 2205 yards (2016 meters) of Worsted Weight #4 yarn, total weight of 42 oz (1190.7 g).
Number of skeins is 7 skeins (each skein weighs 6 oz/ 170.1g).
4XL/5XL Men’s Sweater Yarn Estimates
With Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Final Chest Size (In)
63 inches
Final Chest Size (Cms)
160 cms
Estimated Yardage
2205 yards
Estimated Meterage
2016 meters
Estimated Ounces
42 oz
Estimated Grams
1190.7 gms
Estimated Skeins
7 skeins
How Many Yards Of Yarn Do I Need to Knit a Men’s Sweater?
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 44.5″ (113 cm), – (using the example pattern) you need a min. of 1260 yards (1152 meters) of Worsted Weight #4 yarn.
How Many Skeins Of Yarn Do I Need For a Men’s Sweater?
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 44.5″ (113 cm), – (using the example pattern) you need a min. of 4 skeins of Worsted Weight #4 yarn (each skein weighs 6 oz/ 170.1g).
How Many Balls Of Yarn Do I Need For a Men’s Sweater?
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 44.5 (113 cm), – (using the example pattern) you need a min. of 4 balls of Worsted Weight #4 yarn (each skein weighs 6 oz/ 170.1g).
How Many Ounces Of Yarn For A Men’s Sweater?
To knit a Men’s Sweater with finished chest measurements of 44.5 (113 cm), – (using the example pattern) you need a min. of 24 oz (680.4g) of Worsted Weight #4 yarn.
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Conclusion
Now you know how much yarn you’ll need to knit a Men’s Sweater, it’s time to start your next project! Want to knit something of a different size? Read my post on how much yarn to knit a women’s sweater, or how much yarn for an oversized sweater.
