How Much Yarn For Different Sized Blankets
Arm Knitting Cheat Chart
The PDF chart to download is the same as below and tells you how many stitches, and how much yarn you'll need for different sized blankets.
Sizes
Small Size (30” x 50” / 80 x 120 cm) – 5.5 lb / 2.5 kg – (100 meters / 109 yards)
Medium Size (40” x 60” / 100 x 150 cm) – 8.8 lb / 4 kg (160 meters / 174 yards)
Large Size (50” x 70” / 125 x 180 cm) – 11 lb / 5 kg (200 meters / 218 yards)
Extra Large Size (60” x 80” / 150 x 200 cm) – 15.4 lb / 7 kg (280 meters / 306 yards)
Stitches In Cast On
Small Size (30” x 50” / 80 x 120 cm) – 12 Stitches
Medium Size (40” x 60” / 100 x 150 cm) – 17 Stitches
Large Size (50” x 70” / 125 x 180 cm) – 20 Stitches
Extra Large Size (60” x 80” / 150 x 200 cm) – 24 Stitches
Tip
Bear in mind that this chart is specifically for yarn that is super bulky like wool roving or acrylic roving. If you're yarn is significantly thinner, the chart won't be accurate for you. Also bear in mind that everyone makes different size stitches so this chart is just a general guide.