For a baby blanket, the amount of yarn you need typically ranges between 500 to 1,200 yards, depending on the size, stitch pattern, and yarn weight. This generally translates to about 3 to 5 skeins of medium-weight yarn (worsted weight) for a standard-sized baby blanket (around 36" x 36")
. More detailed estimates based on yarn weight and blanket size include:
- Receiving Blanket (36" x 36")
- Worsted weight: 800 to 1,000 yards, about 2 to 3 skeins
- DK weight: 1,000 to 1,200 yards, about 3 skeins
- Sport weight: 1,200 to 1,400 yards, about 3 to 4 skeins
- Fingering weight: 1,400 to 1,600 yards, about 4 to 5 skeins
- Smaller baby blankets or receiving blankets might require fewer skeins, around 2 to 3 skeins for worsted weight yarn
- For larger or more intricate patterns, or if using bulkier yarn, you may need more skeins, sometimes up to 6 or more
In summary, for a typical baby blanket using medium worsted weight yarn, plan on purchasing 3 to 5 skeins to ensure you have enough yarn to complete the project comfortably
. It's always advisable to buy a little extra yarn to avoid running short before finishing.
