If you are getting ready to crochet a Standard Throw 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 DK / Light Worsted (#3) yarn, calculating your total yardage before buying ensures all of your skeins come from the exact same dye lot.
For a standard Standard Throw Blanket measuring 50 inches wide by 60 inches long (127 cm × 152 cm), you will need approximately 4,099 yards (3,748 meters) of DK / Light Worsted (#3) yarn. Based on a standard 270-yard ball, that equals 16 skeins or roughly 1,517 grams with a 10% safety buffer built in.
Interactive Yardage & Skein Calculator — Standard Throw Blanket
Best Yarn Brand Substitutes & Skein Converter (DK / Light Worsted (#3))
Using a specific commercial yarn brand for your Standard Throw Blanket? Check the table below to see exactly how many balls you need for popular DK / Light Worsted (#3) yarns, or click any yarn to view its full substitution guide:
| Yarn Brand | Fiber | Yards / Ball | Balls Needed for Standard Throw Blanket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion Brand Mandala | 100% Acrylic | 590 yds (150g) | 7 balls ($55.93 est.) |
| Lion Brand Coboo | 50% Cotton / 50% Bamboo | 232 yds (100g) | 18 balls ($107.82 est.) |
| Stylecraft Special DK | 100% Premium Acrylic | 322 yds (100g) | 13 balls ($45.37 est.) |
| Paintbox Yarns Simply DK | 100% Acrylic | 302 yds (100g) | 14 balls ($55.86 est.) |
| DROPS Lima Wool Alpaca | 65% Wool / 35% Alpaca | 109 yds (50g) | 38 balls ($129.20 est.) |
Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss) — DK / Light Worsted (#3) (25 Sizes Chart)
Recommended crochet hook size for DK / Light Worsted (#3): 4.0mm (G-6). 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) | 1,475 yds | 1,349 m | 6 |
| Receiving Blanket | 40″ × 40″ (102×102cm) | 2,186 yds | 1,999 m | 9 |
| Stroller / Crib Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 2,361 yds | 2,159 m | 9 |
| Lapghan Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 2,361 yds | 2,159 m | 9 |
| Standard Throw Blanket | 50″ × 60″ (127×152cm) | 4,099 yds | 3,748 m | 16 |
| Oversized Sofa Throw | 60″ × 72″ (152×183cm) | 5,902 yds | 5,397 m | 22 |
| Twin Size Bed Blanket | 66″ × 90″ (168×229cm) | 8,115 yds | 7,420 m | 31 |
| Full / Double Bed Blanket | 80″ × 90″ (203×229cm) | 9,837 yds | 8,995 m | 37 |
| Queen Size Bed Blanket | 90″ × 95″ (229×241cm) | 11,681 yds | 10,681 m | 44 |
| King Size Bed Blanket | 108″ × 95″ (274×241cm) | 14,017 yds | 12,817 m | 52 |
| California King Blanket | 104″ × 100″ (264×254cm) | 14,208 yds | 12,992 m | 53 |
| Classic Winter Scarf | 7″ × 65″ (18×165cm) | 622 yds | 569 m | 3 |
| Chunky Infinity Cowl Scarf | 10″ × 60″ (25×152cm) | 820 yds | 750 m | 4 |
| Pocket Shawl / Wrap | 20″ × 68″ (51×173cm) | 1,858 yds | 1,699 m | 7 |
| Baby Sweater / Cardigan | 22″ × 18″ (56×46cm) | 541 yds | 495 m | 3 |
| Toddler Pullover Sweater | 26″ × 22″ (66×56cm) | 781 yds | 714 m | 3 |
| Adult Everyday Cardigan | 42″ × 28″ (107×71cm) | 1,607 yds | 1,469 m | 6 |
| Adult Oversized Sweater | 48″ × 30″ (122×76cm) | 1,967 yds | 1,799 m | 8 |
| Summer Festival Crop Top | 32″ × 16″ (81×41cm) | 699 yds | 639 m | 3 |
| Adult Ribbed Beanie Hat | 20″ × 10″ (51×25cm) | 273 yds | 250 m | 2 |
| Mesh Market Tote Bag | 16″ × 18″ (41×46cm) | 393 yds | 359 m | 2 |
| Crossbody Shoulder Bag | 14″ × 15″ (36×38cm) | 287 yds | 262 m | 2 |
| 18×18 Throw Pillow Cover | 18″ × 36″ (46×91cm) | 885 yds | 809 m | 4 |
| Dining Table Runner | 14″ × 72″ (36×183cm) | 1,377 yds | 1,259 m | 6 |
| Textured Floor Rug / Mat | 24″ × 36″ (61×91cm) | 1,180 yds | 1,079 m | 5 |
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Crocheting 4,099 yards of Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss) takes approximately 35.6 hours of active work. Calculate your handmade retail price below:
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Compare All 6 Yarn Weights (Standard Throw 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 (Standard Throw Blanket — DK / Light Worsted (#3))
- 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)