If you are getting ready to crochet a Lapghan Blanket worked in the Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss) (referred to in UK crochet patterns as Tunisian Simple, in French as Point Tunisien Simple, and in Spanish as Punto Tunecino Básico) with Bulky / Chunky (#5) yarn, calculating your total yardage before buying ensures all of your skeins come from the exact same dye lot.
For a standard Lapghan Blanket measuring 36 inches wide by 48 inches long (91 cm × 122 cm), you will need approximately 1,386 yards (1,267 meters) of Bulky / Chunky (#5) yarn. Based on a standard 140-yard ball, that equals 10 skeins or roughly 984 grams with a 10% safety buffer built in.
Interactive Yardage & Skein Calculator — Lapghan Blanket
Best Yarn Brand Substitutes & Skein Converter (Bulky / Chunky (#5))
Using a specific commercial yarn brand for your Lapghan Blanket? Check the table below to see exactly how many balls you need for popular Bulky / Chunky (#5) yarns, or click any yarn to view its full substitution guide:
| Yarn Brand | Fiber | Yards / Ball | Balls Needed for Lapghan Blanket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bernat Velvet | 100% Polyester Velvet | 315 yds (300g) | 5 balls ($52.45 est.) |
| Lion Brand Hue + Me | 80% Acrylic / 20% Wool | 137 yds (125g) | 11 balls ($82.39 est.) |
| Premier Parfait Chunky | 100% Polyester Chenille | 131 yds (100g) | 11 balls ($60.39 est.) |
Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss) — Bulky / Chunky (#5) (25 Sizes Chart)
Recommended crochet hook size for Bulky / Chunky (#5): 6.5mm (K-10.5). Stitch consumption factor for Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss): 1.35x. 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) | 866 yds | 792 m | 7 |
| Receiving Blanket | 40″ × 40″ (102×102cm) | 1,283 yds | 1,173 m | 10 |
| Stroller / Crib Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 1,386 yds | 1,267 m | 10 |
| Lapghan Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 1,386 yds | 1,267 m | 10 |
| Standard Throw Blanket | 50″ × 60″ (127×152cm) | 2,406 yds | 2,200 m | 18 |
| Oversized Sofa Throw | 60″ × 72″ (152×183cm) | 3,464 yds | 3,167 m | 25 |
| Twin Size Bed Blanket | 66″ × 90″ (168×229cm) | 4,763 yds | 4,355 m | 35 |
| Full / Double Bed Blanket | 80″ × 90″ (203×229cm) | 5,774 yds | 5,280 m | 42 |
| Queen Size Bed Blanket | 90″ × 95″ (229×241cm) | 6,856 yds | 6,269 m | 49 |
| King Size Bed Blanket | 108″ × 95″ (274×241cm) | 8,227 yds | 7,523 m | 59 |
| California King Blanket | 104″ × 100″ (264×254cm) | 8,340 yds | 7,626 m | 60 |
| Classic Winter Scarf | 7″ × 65″ (18×165cm) | 365 yds | 334 m | 3 |
| Chunky Infinity Cowl Scarf | 10″ × 60″ (25×152cm) | 481 yds | 440 m | 4 |
| Pocket Shawl / Wrap | 20″ × 68″ (51×173cm) | 1,091 yds | 998 m | 8 |
| Baby Sweater / Cardigan | 22″ × 18″ (56×46cm) | 318 yds | 291 m | 3 |
| Toddler Pullover Sweater | 26″ × 22″ (66×56cm) | 459 yds | 420 m | 4 |
| Adult Everyday Cardigan | 42″ × 28″ (107×71cm) | 943 yds | 862 m | 7 |
| Adult Oversized Sweater | 48″ × 30″ (122×76cm) | 1,155 yds | 1,056 m | 9 |
| Summer Festival Crop Top | 32″ × 16″ (81×41cm) | 411 yds | 376 m | 3 |
| Adult Ribbed Beanie Hat | 20″ × 10″ (51×25cm) | 160 yds | 146 m | 2 |
| Mesh Market Tote Bag | 16″ × 18″ (41×46cm) | 231 yds | 211 m | 2 |
| Crossbody Shoulder Bag | 14″ × 15″ (36×38cm) | 168 yds | 154 m | 2 |
| 18×18 Throw Pillow Cover | 18″ × 36″ (46×91cm) | 520 yds | 475 m | 4 |
| Dining Table Runner | 14″ × 72″ (36×183cm) | 808 yds | 739 m | 6 |
| Textured Floor Rug / Mat | 24″ × 36″ (61×91cm) | 693 yds | 634 m | 5 |
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Crocheting 1,386 yards of Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss) takes approximately 12.1 hours of active work. Calculate your handmade retail price below:
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Compare All 6 Yarn Weights (Lapghan Blanket — Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss))
- 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 (Lapghan Blanket — Bulky / Chunky (#5))
- 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)