If you are getting ready to crochet a Adult Oversized Sweater worked in the Linked Double Crochet (ldc) (referred to in UK crochet patterns as Linked Treble, in French as Brides Liées, and in Spanish as Punto Alto Conectado) with Super Fine / Fingering (#1) yarn, calculating your total yardage before buying ensures all of your skeins come from the exact same dye lot.
For a standard Adult Oversized Sweater measuring 48 inches wide by 30 inches long (122 cm × 76 cm), you will need approximately 2,705 yards (2,473 meters) of Super Fine / Fingering (#1) yarn. Based on a standard 400-yard ball, that equals 7 skeins or roughly 676 grams with a 10% safety buffer built in.
Interactive Yardage & Skein Calculator — Adult Oversized Sweater
Best Yarn Brand Substitutes & Skein Converter (Super Fine / Fingering (#1))
Using a specific commercial yarn brand for your Adult Oversized Sweater? Check the table below to see exactly how many balls you need for popular Super Fine / Fingering (#1) yarns, or click any yarn to view its full substitution guide:
| Yarn Brand | Fiber | Yards / Ball | Balls Needed for Adult Oversized Sweater |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scheepjes Catona Mercerized Cotton | 100% Mercerized Cotton | 137 yds (50g) | 20 balls ($65.80 est.) |
Linked Double Crochet (ldc) — Super Fine / Fingering (#1) (25 Sizes Chart)
Recommended crochet hook size for Super Fine / Fingering (#1): 2.75mm (C-2). Stitch consumption factor for Linked Double Crochet (ldc): 1.22x. 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) | 2,029 yds | 1,855 m | 6 |
| Receiving Blanket | 40″ × 40″ (102×102cm) | 3,006 yds | 2,749 m | 8 |
| Stroller / Crib Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 3,247 yds | 2,969 m | 9 |
| Lapghan Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 3,247 yds | 2,969 m | 9 |
| Standard Throw Blanket | 50″ × 60″ (127×152cm) | 5,636 yds | 5,154 m | 15 |
| Oversized Sofa Throw | 60″ × 72″ (152×183cm) | 8,116 yds | 7,421 m | 21 |
| Twin Size Bed Blanket | 66″ × 90″ (168×229cm) | 11,160 yds | 10,205 m | 28 |
| Full / Double Bed Blanket | 80″ × 90″ (203×229cm) | 13,527 yds | 12,369 m | 34 |
| Queen Size Bed Blanket | 90″ × 95″ (229×241cm) | 16,064 yds | 14,689 m | 41 |
| King Size Bed Blanket | 108″ × 95″ (274×241cm) | 19,276 yds | 17,626 m | 49 |
| California King Blanket | 104″ × 100″ (264×254cm) | 19,540 yds | 17,867 m | 49 |
| Classic Winter Scarf | 7″ × 65″ (18×165cm) | 855 yds | 782 m | 3 |
| Chunky Infinity Cowl Scarf | 10″ × 60″ (25×152cm) | 1,127 yds | 1,031 m | 3 |
| Pocket Shawl / Wrap | 20″ × 68″ (51×173cm) | 2,555 yds | 2,336 m | 7 |
| Baby Sweater / Cardigan | 22″ × 18″ (56×46cm) | 744 yds | 680 m | 2 |
| Toddler Pullover Sweater | 26″ × 22″ (66×56cm) | 1,075 yds | 983 m | 3 |
| Adult Everyday Cardigan | 42″ × 28″ (107×71cm) | 2,209 yds | 2,020 m | 6 |
| Adult Oversized Sweater | 48″ × 30″ (122×76cm) | 2,705 yds | 2,473 m | 7 |
| Summer Festival Crop Top | 32″ × 16″ (81×41cm) | 962 yds | 880 m | 3 |
| Adult Ribbed Beanie Hat | 20″ × 10″ (51×25cm) | 376 yds | 344 m | 1 |
| Mesh Market Tote Bag | 16″ × 18″ (41×46cm) | 541 yds | 495 m | 2 |
| Crossbody Shoulder Bag | 14″ × 15″ (36×38cm) | 395 yds | 361 m | 1 |
| 18×18 Throw Pillow Cover | 18″ × 36″ (46×91cm) | 1,217 yds | 1,113 m | 4 |
| Dining Table Runner | 14″ × 72″ (36×183cm) | 1,894 yds | 1,732 m | 5 |
| Textured Floor Rug / Mat | 24″ × 36″ (61×91cm) | 1,623 yds | 1,484 m | 5 |
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Crocheting 2,705 yards of Linked Double Crochet (ldc) takes approximately 23.5 hours of active work. Calculate your handmade retail price below:
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Compare All 6 Yarn Weights (Adult Oversized Sweater — Linked Double Crochet (ldc))
- 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 (Adult Oversized Sweater — Super Fine / Fingering (#1))
- 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)