If you are getting ready to crochet a King Size Bed Blanket worked in the Harlequin Diamond Stitch (referred to in UK crochet patterns as Harlequin Stitch, in French as Point Arlequin Losange, and in Spanish as Punto Arlequín) with Super Bulky / Chenille (#6) yarn, calculating your total yardage before buying ensures all of your skeins come from the exact same dye lot.
For a standard King Size Bed Blanket measuring 108 inches wide by 95 inches long (274 cm × 241 cm), you will need approximately 6,090 yards (5,569 meters) of Super Bulky / Chenille (#6) yarn. Based on a standard 108-yard ball, that equals 57 skeins or roughly 5,786 grams with a 10% safety buffer built in.
Interactive Yardage & Skein Calculator — King Size Bed Blanket
Best Yarn Brand Substitutes & Skein Converter (Super Bulky / Chenille (#6))
Using a specific commercial yarn brand for your King Size Bed Blanket? Check the table below to see exactly how many balls you need for popular Super Bulky / Chenille (#6) yarns, or click any yarn to view its full substitution guide:
| Yarn Brand | Fiber | Yards / Ball | Balls Needed for King Size Bed Blanket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bernat Blanket | 100% Chenille Polyester | 220 yds (300g) | 28 balls ($307.72 est.) |
| Bernat Baby Blanket | 100% Chenille Polyester | 220 yds (300g) | 28 balls ($307.72 est.) |
| Bernat Softee Chunky | 100% Acrylic | 108 yds (100g) | 57 balls ($341.43 est.) |
| Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick | 80% Acrylic / 20% Wool | 106 yds (170g) | 58 balls ($521.42 est.) |
| Alize Velluto Plush Chenille | 100% Micro-Polyester | 74 yds (100g) | 83 balls ($373.50 est.) |
| Himalaya Dolphin Baby Plush | 100% Micropolyester | 131 yds (100g) | 47 balls ($234.53 est.) |
Harlequin Diamond Stitch — Super Bulky / Chenille (#6) (25 Sizes Chart)
Recommended crochet hook size for Super Bulky / Chenille (#6): 9.0mm (M/N-13). Stitch consumption factor for Harlequin Diamond Stitch: 1.42x. 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) | 641 yds | 586 m | 6 |
| Receiving Blanket | 40″ × 40″ (102×102cm) | 950 yds | 869 m | 9 |
| Stroller / Crib Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 1,026 yds | 938 m | 10 |
| Lapghan Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 1,026 yds | 938 m | 10 |
| Standard Throw Blanket | 50″ × 60″ (127×152cm) | 1,781 yds | 1,629 m | 17 |
| Oversized Sofa Throw | 60″ × 72″ (152×183cm) | 2,564 yds | 2,345 m | 24 |
| Twin Size Bed Blanket | 66″ × 90″ (168×229cm) | 3,526 yds | 3,224 m | 33 |
| Full / Double Bed Blanket | 80″ × 90″ (203×229cm) | 4,274 yds | 3,908 m | 40 |
| Queen Size Bed Blanket | 90″ × 95″ (229×241cm) | 5,075 yds | 4,641 m | 47 |
| King Size Bed Blanket | 108″ × 95″ (274×241cm) | 6,090 yds | 5,569 m | 57 |
| California King Blanket | 104″ × 100″ (264×254cm) | 6,173 yds | 5,645 m | 58 |
| Classic Winter Scarf | 7″ × 65″ (18×165cm) | 270 yds | 247 m | 3 |
| Chunky Infinity Cowl Scarf | 10″ × 60″ (25×152cm) | 356 yds | 326 m | 4 |
| Pocket Shawl / Wrap | 20″ × 68″ (51×173cm) | 807 yds | 738 m | 8 |
| Baby Sweater / Cardigan | 22″ × 18″ (56×46cm) | 235 yds | 215 m | 3 |
| Toddler Pullover Sweater | 26″ × 22″ (66×56cm) | 340 yds | 311 m | 4 |
| Adult Everyday Cardigan | 42″ × 28″ (107×71cm) | 698 yds | 638 m | 7 |
| Adult Oversized Sweater | 48″ × 30″ (122×76cm) | 855 yds | 782 m | 8 |
| Summer Festival Crop Top | 32″ × 16″ (81×41cm) | 304 yds | 278 m | 3 |
| Adult Ribbed Beanie Hat | 20″ × 10″ (51×25cm) | 119 yds | 109 m | 2 |
| Mesh Market Tote Bag | 16″ × 18″ (41×46cm) | 171 yds | 156 m | 2 |
| Crossbody Shoulder Bag | 14″ × 15″ (36×38cm) | 125 yds | 114 m | 2 |
| 18×18 Throw Pillow Cover | 18″ × 36″ (46×91cm) | 385 yds | 352 m | 4 |
| Dining Table Runner | 14″ × 72″ (36×183cm) | 598 yds | 547 m | 6 |
| Textured Floor Rug / Mat | 24″ × 36″ (61×91cm) | 513 yds | 469 m | 5 |
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Crocheting 6,090 yards of Harlequin Diamond Stitch takes approximately 53 hours of active work. Calculate your handmade retail price below:
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Compare All 6 Yarn Weights (King Size Bed Blanket — Harlequin Diamond Stitch)
- 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 (King Size Bed Blanket — Super Bulky / Chenille (#6))
- 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)