How Much Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Sweater? [Answers for 5 Sizes]

Our included yarn calculation table gives you quick answers to the question – How much yarn do I need to knit a sweater? No running out of yarn!

I reviewed, fact checked and updated this post on May 17, 2023.

Table Of Contents

• How Much Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Sweater?
• How Many Yards Of Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Sweater?
• How Many Skeins Of Yarn Do I Need For A Sweater?
• How Many Balls Of Yarn For A Sweater?
• How Many Ounces Of Yarn For A Sweater?
• How Many Pounds Of Wool Do I Need To Knit A Sweater?
• How Much Wool Is Needed For A Sweater In Grams?
• How Much Yarn For A Sweater In Meters?

I recommend using a pattern to knit a sweater. The designer gives the yarn weight and yardage and suitable yarn choices. The example pattern I’m using is the Keiko Sweater by Sari Nordlund. It’s a great option for beginners.

Here’s my handy guide to how much yarn for knitting a sweater in 5 sizes and yards of yarn required when using the example pattern in worsted weight #4 yarn. This is thicker than yarn labeled sock.

How Much Yarn Do I Need For A Sweater?

Size Extra Small

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 37 inches (93 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1,006 yards (920 meters) of worsted weight #4 yarn. A total weight of 16.2 oz (450 g). Number of skeins is 9 skeins (each skein weighs 1.8 oz – 50 g).

Size Small

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 39 inches (100 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1,095 yards (1,000 meters) of worsted weight #4 yarn. A total weight of 18 oz (500 g). Number of skeins is 10 skeins (each skein weighs 1.8 oz – 50 g).

Size Medium

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 41 inches (105 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1150 yards (1050 meters) of worsted weight #4 yarn. A total weight of 19.8 oz (550 g). Number of skeins is 11 skeins (each skein weighs 1.8 oz – 50 g).

Size Large

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 44 inches (112 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1315 yards (1200 meters) of worsted weight #4 yarn. A total weight of 21.6 oz (600 g). Number of skeins is 12 skeins (each skein weighs 1.8 oz – 50 g).

Size Extra Large

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 48 inches (124 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1480 yards (1350 meters) of worsted weight #4 yarn. A total weight of 25.2 oz (700 g). Number of skeins is 14 skeins (each skein weighs 1.8 oz – 50 g).

How Many Yards Of Yarn Do I Need To Knit A Sweater?

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 41″ (105 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1150 yards (1050 meters) of worsted weight #4 yarn.

How Many Skeins Of Yarn Do I Need For A Sweater?

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 41″ (105 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 11 skeins of worsted weight #4 yarn. (Each skein weighs 1.8 oz – 50 g).

How Many Balls Of Yarn Do I Need For A Sweater?

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 41″ (105 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 11 balls of worsted weight #4 yarn. (Each skein weighs 1.8 oz – 50 g).

How Many Ounces Of Yarn For A Sweater?

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 41″ (105 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 19.8 oz (550 g) of worsted weight #4 yarn. 

How Many Pounds Of Wool Do I Need To Knit A Sweater?

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 41″ (105 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1.2375 lb of worsted weight #4 yarn. 

How Much Wool Is Needed For A Sweater In Grams?

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 41″ (105 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 550 g of worsted weight #4 yarn. 

How Much Yarn For A Sweater In Meters?

To knit a sweater with finished chest measurements of 41″ (105 cm) using the example pattern, you need a minimum of 1050 meters of worsted weight #4 yarn.

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