If you are getting ready to crochet a Classic Winter Scarf worked in the Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks) (referred to in UK crochet patterns as Tunisian Knit, in French as Point Tunisien Tricot, and in Spanish as Punto Tunecino Derecho) with DK / Light Worsted (#3) yarn, calculating your total yardage before buying ensures all of your skeins come from the exact same dye lot.
For a standard Classic Winter Scarf measuring 7 inches wide by 65 inches long (18 cm × 165 cm), you will need approximately 681 yards (623 meters) of DK / Light Worsted (#3) yarn. Based on a standard 270-yard ball, that equals 3 skeins or roughly 252 grams with a 10% safety buffer built in.
Interactive Yardage & Skein Calculator — Classic Winter Scarf
Best Yarn Brand Substitutes & Skein Converter (DK / Light Worsted (#3))
Using a specific commercial yarn brand for your Classic Winter Scarf? Check the table below to see exactly how many balls you need for popular DK / Light Worsted (#3) yarns, or click any yarn to view its full substitution guide:
| Yarn Brand | Fiber | Yards / Ball | Balls Needed for Classic Winter Scarf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion Brand Mandala | 100% Acrylic | 590 yds (150g) | 2 balls ($15.98 est.) |
| Lion Brand Coboo | 50% Cotton / 50% Bamboo | 232 yds (100g) | 3 balls ($17.97 est.) |
| Stylecraft Special DK | 100% Premium Acrylic | 322 yds (100g) | 3 balls ($10.47 est.) |
| Paintbox Yarns Simply DK | 100% Acrylic | 302 yds (100g) | 3 balls ($11.97 est.) |
| DROPS Lima Wool Alpaca | 65% Wool / 35% Alpaca | 109 yds (50g) | 7 balls ($23.80 est.) |
Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks) — DK / Light Worsted (#3) (25 Sizes Chart)
Recommended crochet hook size for DK / Light Worsted (#3): 4.0mm (G-6). Stitch consumption factor for Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks): 1.48x. Compare all 25 standard project sizes in the chart below:
| Project | Dimensions (In / Cm) | Total Yards | Total Meters | Skeins to Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Blanket | 30″ × 36″ (76×91cm) | 1,618 yds | 1,479 m | 6 |
| Receiving Blanket | 40″ × 40″ (102×102cm) | 2,396 yds | 2,191 m | 9 |
| Stroller / Crib Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 2,588 yds | 2,366 m | 10 |
| Lapghan Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 2,588 yds | 2,366 m | 10 |
| Standard Throw Blanket | 50″ × 60″ (127×152cm) | 4,493 yds | 4,108 m | 17 |
| Oversized Sofa Throw | 60″ × 72″ (152×183cm) | 6,470 yds | 5,916 m | 24 |
| Twin Size Bed Blanket | 66″ × 90″ (168×229cm) | 8,897 yds | 8,135 m | 33 |
| Full / Double Bed Blanket | 80″ × 90″ (203×229cm) | 10,784 yds | 9,861 m | 40 |
| Queen Size Bed Blanket | 90″ × 95″ (229×241cm) | 12,806 yds | 11,710 m | 48 |
| King Size Bed Blanket | 108″ × 95″ (274×241cm) | 15,367 yds | 14,052 m | 57 |
| California King Blanket | 104″ × 100″ (264×254cm) | 15,577 yds | 14,244 m | 58 |
| Classic Winter Scarf | 7″ × 65″ (18×165cm) | 681 yds | 623 m | 3 |
| Chunky Infinity Cowl Scarf | 10″ × 60″ (25×152cm) | 899 yds | 822 m | 4 |
| Pocket Shawl / Wrap | 20″ × 68″ (51×173cm) | 2,037 yds | 1,863 m | 8 |
| Baby Sweater / Cardigan | 22″ × 18″ (56×46cm) | 593 yds | 542 m | 3 |
| Toddler Pullover Sweater | 26″ × 22″ (66×56cm) | 857 yds | 784 m | 4 |
| Adult Everyday Cardigan | 42″ × 28″ (107×71cm) | 1,761 yds | 1,610 m | 7 |
| Adult Oversized Sweater | 48″ × 30″ (122×76cm) | 2,157 yds | 1,972 m | 8 |
| Summer Festival Crop Top | 32″ × 16″ (81×41cm) | 767 yds | 701 m | 3 |
| Adult Ribbed Beanie Hat | 20″ × 10″ (51×25cm) | 300 yds | 274 m | 2 |
| Mesh Market Tote Bag | 16″ × 18″ (41×46cm) | 431 yds | 394 m | 2 |
| Crossbody Shoulder Bag | 14″ × 15″ (36×38cm) | 315 yds | 288 m | 2 |
| 18×18 Throw Pillow Cover | 18″ × 36″ (46×91cm) | 971 yds | 888 m | 4 |
| Dining Table Runner | 14″ × 72″ (36×183cm) | 1,510 yds | 1,381 m | 6 |
| Textured Floor Rug / Mat | 24″ × 36″ (61×91cm) | 1,294 yds | 1,183 m | 5 |
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Crocheting 681 yards of Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks) takes approximately 5.9 hours of active work. Calculate your handmade retail price below:
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Compare All 6 Yarn Weights (Classic Winter Scarf — Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks))
- Super Fine / Fingering (#1)
- Fine / Sport Weight (#2)
- DK / Light Worsted (#3)
- Worsted / Medium (#4)
- Bulky / Chunky (#5)
- Super Bulky / Chenille (#6)
Compare All 30 Stitches (Classic Winter Scarf — DK / Light Worsted (#3))
- Single Crochet (sc) (1x)
- Half Double Crochet (hdc) (1.15x)
- Double Crochet (dc) (1.25x)
- Treble Crochet (tr) (1.32x)
- Moss / Linen Stitch (1.08x)
- Waffle Stitch (1.65x)
- Alpine Stitch (1.45x)
- Bobble Stitch (1.85x)
- Popcorn Stitch (1.9x)
- Braided Puff Stitch (1.6x)
- Lemon Peel / Grit Stitch (1.12x)
- Suzette / Thicket Stitch (1.18x)
- Classic Granny Stripe (1.2x)
- Solid Granny Square Stitch (1.3x)
- Corner-to-Corner (C2C) (1.35x)
- Basketweave Stitch (1.7x)
- Star / Daisy Stitch (1.5x)
- Jasmine Puff Stitch (2x)
- Classic Fan / Shell Stitch (1.38x)
- Double Crochet V-Stitch (1.05x)
- Chevron / Ripple Wave Stitch (1.28x)
- Feather Stitch (1.55x)
- Herringbone Half Double (1.18x)
- Mini Bean / Elizabeth Stitch (1.36x)
- Double Thick Thermal Stitch (1.8x)
- Linked Double Crochet (ldc) (1.22x)
- Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss) (1.35x)
- Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks) (1.48x)
- Modern Block Stitch (1.22x)
- Harlequin Diamond Stitch (1.42x)