If you are getting ready to crochet a Pocket Shawl / Wrap 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 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 Pocket Shawl / Wrap measuring 20 inches wide by 68 inches long (51 cm × 173 cm), you will need approximately 841 yards (769 meters) of Super Bulky / Chenille (#6) yarn. Based on a standard 108-yard ball, that equals 8 skeins or roughly 799 grams with a 10% safety buffer built in.
Interactive Yardage & Skein Calculator — Pocket Shawl / Wrap
Best Yarn Brand Substitutes & Skein Converter (Super Bulky / Chenille (#6))
Using a specific commercial yarn brand for your Pocket Shawl / Wrap? 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 Pocket Shawl / Wrap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bernat Blanket | 100% Chenille Polyester | 220 yds (300g) | 4 balls ($43.96 est.) |
| Bernat Baby Blanket | 100% Chenille Polyester | 220 yds (300g) | 4 balls ($43.96 est.) |
| Bernat Softee Chunky | 100% Acrylic | 108 yds (100g) | 8 balls ($47.92 est.) |
| Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick | 80% Acrylic / 20% Wool | 106 yds (170g) | 8 balls ($71.92 est.) |
| Alize Velluto Plush Chenille | 100% Micro-Polyester | 74 yds (100g) | 12 balls ($54.00 est.) |
| Himalaya Dolphin Baby Plush | 100% Micropolyester | 131 yds (100g) | 7 balls ($34.93 est.) |
Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks) — 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 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) | 668 yds | 611 m | 7 |
| Receiving Blanket | 40″ × 40″ (102×102cm) | 990 yds | 905 m | 10 |
| Stroller / Crib Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 1,069 yds | 977 m | 10 |
| Lapghan Blanket | 36″ × 48″ (91×122cm) | 1,069 yds | 977 m | 10 |
| Standard Throw Blanket | 50″ × 60″ (127×152cm) | 1,856 yds | 1,697 m | 18 |
| Oversized Sofa Throw | 60″ × 72″ (152×183cm) | 2,673 yds | 2,444 m | 25 |
| Twin Size Bed Blanket | 66″ × 90″ (168×229cm) | 3,675 yds | 3,360 m | 35 |
| Full / Double Bed Blanket | 80″ × 90″ (203×229cm) | 4,454 yds | 4,073 m | 42 |
| Queen Size Bed Blanket | 90″ × 95″ (229×241cm) | 5,289 yds | 4,836 m | 49 |
| King Size Bed Blanket | 108″ × 95″ (274×241cm) | 6,347 yds | 5,804 m | 59 |
| California King Blanket | 104″ × 100″ (264×254cm) | 6,434 yds | 5,883 m | 60 |
| Classic Winter Scarf | 7″ × 65″ (18×165cm) | 281 yds | 257 m | 3 |
| Chunky Infinity Cowl Scarf | 10″ × 60″ (25×152cm) | 371 yds | 339 m | 4 |
| Pocket Shawl / Wrap | 20″ × 68″ (51×173cm) | 841 yds | 769 m | 8 |
| Baby Sweater / Cardigan | 22″ × 18″ (56×46cm) | 245 yds | 224 m | 3 |
| Toddler Pullover Sweater | 26″ × 22″ (66×56cm) | 354 yds | 324 m | 4 |
| Adult Everyday Cardigan | 42″ × 28″ (107×71cm) | 728 yds | 666 m | 7 |
| Adult Oversized Sweater | 48″ × 30″ (122×76cm) | 891 yds | 815 m | 9 |
| Summer Festival Crop Top | 32″ × 16″ (81×41cm) | 317 yds | 290 m | 3 |
| Adult Ribbed Beanie Hat | 20″ × 10″ (51×25cm) | 124 yds | 113 m | 2 |
| Mesh Market Tote Bag | 16″ × 18″ (41×46cm) | 178 yds | 163 m | 2 |
| Crossbody Shoulder Bag | 14″ × 15″ (36×38cm) | 130 yds | 119 m | 2 |
| 18×18 Throw Pillow Cover | 18″ × 36″ (46×91cm) | 401 yds | 367 m | 4 |
| Dining Table Runner | 14″ × 72″ (36×183cm) | 624 yds | 571 m | 6 |
| Textured Floor Rug / Mat | 24″ × 36″ (61×91cm) | 535 yds | 489 m | 5 |
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Crocheting 841 yards of Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks) takes approximately 7.3 hours of active work. Calculate your handmade retail price below:
Craft Fair & Etsy Price Estimator
Compare All 6 Yarn Weights (Pocket Shawl / Wrap — 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 (Pocket Shawl / Wrap — 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)