If you are getting ready to crochet a Receiving 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 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 Receiving Blanket measuring 40 inches wide by 40 inches long (102 cm × 102 cm), you will need approximately 903 yards (826 meters) of Super Bulky / Chenille (#6) yarn. Based on a standard 108-yard ball, that equals 9 skeins or roughly 858 grams with a 10% safety buffer built in.
Interactive Yardage & Skein Calculator — Receiving Blanket
Best Yarn Brand Substitutes & Skein Converter (Super Bulky / Chenille (#6))
Using a specific commercial yarn brand for your Receiving 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 Receiving Blanket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bernat Blanket | 100% Chenille Polyester | 220 yds (300g) | 5 balls ($54.95 est.) |
| Bernat Baby Blanket | 100% Chenille Polyester | 220 yds (300g) | 5 balls ($54.95 est.) |
| Bernat Softee Chunky | 100% Acrylic | 108 yds (100g) | 9 balls ($53.91 est.) |
| Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick | 80% Acrylic / 20% Wool | 106 yds (170g) | 9 balls ($80.91 est.) |
| Alize Velluto Plush Chenille | 100% Micro-Polyester | 74 yds (100g) | 13 balls ($58.50 est.) |
| Himalaya Dolphin Baby Plush | 100% Micropolyester | 131 yds (100g) | 7 balls ($34.93 est.) |
Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss) — 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 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) | 609 yds | 557 m | 6 |
| Receiving Blanket | 40″ × 40″ (102×102cm) | 903 yds | 826 m | 9 |
| Stroller / Crib Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 975 yds | 892 m | 10 |
| Lapghan Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 975 yds | 892 m | 10 |
| Standard Throw Blanket | 50″ × 60″ (127×152cm) | 1,693 yds | 1,548 m | 16 |
| Oversized Sofa Throw | 60″ × 72″ (152×183cm) | 2,438 yds | 2,229 m | 23 |
| Twin Size Bed Blanket | 66″ × 90″ (168×229cm) | 3,352 yds | 3,065 m | 32 |
| Full / Double Bed Blanket | 80″ × 90″ (203×229cm) | 4,063 yds | 3,715 m | 38 |
| Queen Size Bed Blanket | 90″ × 95″ (229×241cm) | 4,825 yds | 4,412 m | 45 |
| King Size Bed Blanket | 108″ × 95″ (274×241cm) | 5,790 yds | 5,294 m | 54 |
| California King Blanket | 104″ × 100″ (264×254cm) | 5,869 yds | 5,367 m | 55 |
| Classic Winter Scarf | 7″ × 65″ (18×165cm) | 257 yds | 235 m | 3 |
| Chunky Infinity Cowl Scarf | 10″ × 60″ (25×152cm) | 339 yds | 310 m | 4 |
| Pocket Shawl / Wrap | 20″ × 68″ (51×173cm) | 767 yds | 701 m | 8 |
| Baby Sweater / Cardigan | 22″ × 18″ (56×46cm) | 223 yds | 204 m | 3 |
| Toddler Pullover Sweater | 26″ × 22″ (66×56cm) | 323 yds | 295 m | 3 |
| Adult Everyday Cardigan | 42″ × 28″ (107×71cm) | 664 yds | 607 m | 7 |
| Adult Oversized Sweater | 48″ × 30″ (122×76cm) | 813 yds | 743 m | 8 |
| Summer Festival Crop Top | 32″ × 16″ (81×41cm) | 289 yds | 264 m | 3 |
| Adult Ribbed Beanie Hat | 20″ × 10″ (51×25cm) | 113 yds | 103 m | 2 |
| Mesh Market Tote Bag | 16″ × 18″ (41×46cm) | 163 yds | 149 m | 2 |
| Crossbody Shoulder Bag | 14″ × 15″ (36×38cm) | 119 yds | 109 m | 2 |
| 18×18 Throw Pillow Cover | 18″ × 36″ (46×91cm) | 366 yds | 335 m | 4 |
| Dining Table Runner | 14″ × 72″ (36×183cm) | 569 yds | 520 m | 6 |
| Textured Floor Rug / Mat | 24″ × 36″ (61×91cm) | 488 yds | 446 m | 5 |
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Crocheting 903 yards of Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss) takes approximately 7.9 hours of active work. Calculate your handmade retail price below:
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Compare All 6 Yarn Weights (Receiving 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 (Receiving 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)