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 Fine / Sport Weight (#2) 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 2,222 yards (2,032 meters) of Fine / Sport Weight (#2) yarn. Based on a standard 310-yard ball, that equals 8 skeins or roughly 711 grams with a 10% safety buffer built in.
Interactive Yardage & Skein Calculator — Adult Oversized Sweater
Best Yarn Brand Substitutes & Skein Converter (Fine / Sport Weight (#2))
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 Fine / Sport Weight (#2) yarns, or click any yarn to view its full substitution guide:
| Yarn Brand | Fiber | Yards / Ball | Balls Needed for Adult Oversized Sweater |
|---|---|---|---|
| DROPS Safran Egyptian Cotton | 100% Egyptian Cotton | 175 yds (50g) | 13 balls ($29.90 est.) |
| Schachenmayr Catania | 100% Mercerized Cotton | 137 yds (50g) | 17 balls ($64.60 est.) |
| YarnArt Jeans Amigurumi Yarn | 55% Cotton / 45% Polyacrylic | 174 yds (50g) | 13 balls ($38.87 est.) |
Linked Double Crochet (ldc) — Fine / Sport Weight (#2) (25 Sizes Chart)
Recommended crochet hook size for Fine / Sport Weight (#2): 3.5mm (E-4). 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) | 1,667 yds | 1,524 m | 6 |
| Receiving Blanket | 40″ × 40″ (102×102cm) | 2,469 yds | 2,258 m | 8 |
| Stroller / Crib Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 2,667 yds | 2,439 m | 9 |
| Lapghan Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 2,667 yds | 2,439 m | 9 |
| Standard Throw Blanket | 50″ × 60″ (127×152cm) | 4,630 yds | 4,234 m | 15 |
| Oversized Sofa Throw | 60″ × 72″ (152×183cm) | 6,667 yds | 6,096 m | 22 |
| Twin Size Bed Blanket | 66″ × 90″ (168×229cm) | 9,167 yds | 8,382 m | 30 |
| Full / Double Bed Blanket | 80″ × 90″ (203×229cm) | 11,112 yds | 10,161 m | 36 |
| Queen Size Bed Blanket | 90″ × 95″ (229×241cm) | 13,195 yds | 12,066 m | 43 |
| King Size Bed Blanket | 108″ × 95″ (274×241cm) | 15,834 yds | 14,479 m | 52 |
| California King Blanket | 104″ × 100″ (264×254cm) | 16,050 yds | 14,676 m | 52 |
| Classic Winter Scarf | 7″ × 65″ (18×165cm) | 702 yds | 642 m | 3 |
| Chunky Infinity Cowl Scarf | 10″ × 60″ (25×152cm) | 926 yds | 847 m | 3 |
| Pocket Shawl / Wrap | 20″ × 68″ (51×173cm) | 2,099 yds | 1,919 m | 7 |
| Baby Sweater / Cardigan | 22″ × 18″ (56×46cm) | 611 yds | 559 m | 2 |
| Toddler Pullover Sweater | 26″ × 22″ (66×56cm) | 883 yds | 807 m | 3 |
| Adult Everyday Cardigan | 42″ × 28″ (107×71cm) | 1,815 yds | 1,660 m | 6 |
| Adult Oversized Sweater | 48″ × 30″ (122×76cm) | 2,222 yds | 2,032 m | 8 |
| Summer Festival Crop Top | 32″ × 16″ (81×41cm) | 790 yds | 722 m | 3 |
| Adult Ribbed Beanie Hat | 20″ × 10″ (51×25cm) | 309 yds | 283 m | 1 |
| Mesh Market Tote Bag | 16″ × 18″ (41×46cm) | 444 yds | 406 m | 2 |
| Crossbody Shoulder Bag | 14″ × 15″ (36×38cm) | 324 yds | 296 m | 2 |
| 18×18 Throw Pillow Cover | 18″ × 36″ (46×91cm) | 1,000 yds | 914 m | 4 |
| Dining Table Runner | 14″ × 72″ (36×183cm) | 1,556 yds | 1,423 m | 6 |
| Textured Floor Rug / Mat | 24″ × 36″ (61×91cm) | 1,333 yds | 1,219 m | 5 |
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Crocheting 2,222 yards of Linked Double Crochet (ldc) takes approximately 19.3 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 — Fine / Sport Weight (#2))
- 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)