If you are getting ready to crochet a Adult Oversized Sweater 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 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 2,696 yards (2,465 meters) of Fine / Sport Weight (#2) yarn. Based on a standard 310-yard ball, that equals 9 skeins or roughly 863 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) | 16 balls ($36.80 est.) |
| Schachenmayr Catania | 100% Mercerized Cotton | 137 yds (50g) | 20 balls ($76.00 est.) |
| YarnArt Jeans Amigurumi Yarn | 55% Cotton / 45% Polyacrylic | 174 yds (50g) | 16 balls ($47.84 est.) |
Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks) — Fine / Sport Weight (#2) (25 Sizes Chart)
Recommended crochet hook size for Fine / Sport Weight (#2): 3.5mm (E-4). 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) | 2,022 yds | 1,849 m | 7 |
| Receiving Blanket | 40″ × 40″ (102×102cm) | 2,996 yds | 2,740 m | 10 |
| Stroller / Crib Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 3,235 yds | 2,958 m | 11 |
| Lapghan Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 3,235 yds | 2,958 m | 11 |
| Standard Throw Blanket | 50″ × 60″ (127×152cm) | 5,617 yds | 5,136 m | 19 |
| Oversized Sofa Throw | 60″ × 72″ (152×183cm) | 8,088 yds | 7,396 m | 27 |
| Twin Size Bed Blanket | 66″ × 90″ (168×229cm) | 11,121 yds | 10,169 m | 36 |
| Full / Double Bed Blanket | 80″ × 90″ (203×229cm) | 13,480 yds | 12,326 m | 44 |
| Queen Size Bed Blanket | 90″ × 95″ (229×241cm) | 16,007 yds | 14,637 m | 52 |
| King Size Bed Blanket | 108″ × 95″ (274×241cm) | 19,209 yds | 17,565 m | 62 |
| California King Blanket | 104″ × 100″ (264×254cm) | 19,471 yds | 17,804 m | 63 |
| Classic Winter Scarf | 7″ × 65″ (18×165cm) | 852 yds | 779 m | 3 |
| Chunky Infinity Cowl Scarf | 10″ × 60″ (25×152cm) | 1,123 yds | 1,027 m | 4 |
| Pocket Shawl / Wrap | 20″ × 68″ (51×173cm) | 2,546 yds | 2,328 m | 9 |
| Baby Sweater / Cardigan | 22″ × 18″ (56×46cm) | 741 yds | 678 m | 3 |
| Toddler Pullover Sweater | 26″ × 22″ (66×56cm) | 1,071 yds | 979 m | 4 |
| Adult Everyday Cardigan | 42″ × 28″ (107×71cm) | 2,202 yds | 2,014 m | 8 |
| Adult Oversized Sweater | 48″ × 30″ (122×76cm) | 2,696 yds | 2,465 m | 9 |
| Summer Festival Crop Top | 32″ × 16″ (81×41cm) | 959 yds | 877 m | 4 |
| Adult Ribbed Beanie Hat | 20″ × 10″ (51×25cm) | 374 yds | 342 m | 2 |
| Mesh Market Tote Bag | 16″ × 18″ (41×46cm) | 539 yds | 493 m | 2 |
| Crossbody Shoulder Bag | 14″ × 15″ (36×38cm) | 393 yds | 359 m | 2 |
| 18×18 Throw Pillow Cover | 18″ × 36″ (46×91cm) | 1,213 yds | 1,109 m | 4 |
| Dining Table Runner | 14″ × 72″ (36×183cm) | 1,887 yds | 1,725 m | 7 |
| Textured Floor Rug / Mat | 24″ × 36″ (61×91cm) | 1,618 yds | 1,479 m | 6 |
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Crocheting 2,696 yards of Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks) takes approximately 23.4 hours of active work. Calculate your handmade retail price below:
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Compare All 6 Yarn Weights (Adult Oversized Sweater — 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 (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)