Yarn Calculator
Welcome to the Yarn Atelier Matching & Substitution Calculator!
Designed to take the guesswork out of yarn choices, this tool allows you to accurately calculate combined yarn weights, compare custom combinations against pattern specifications, or find recommended Yarn Atelier yarns to achieve your target.
Whether you are substituting a discontinued yarn, planning a multi-strand project, or trying to hit a specific weight by holding threads together, simply input your meterage, yardage, or yarn details to receive instant thickness breakdowns and suggested alternatives.
Important Usage Disclaimer & Guidance
Please note that this tool provides mathematical calculations as a helpful guide. Actual knitted, woven or crocheted results can vary due to physical yarn characteristics:
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Fiber Content & Elasticity: Wool, silk, linen, and synthetic fibres drape and bloom differently post-wash.
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Spinning & Structure: Plied, single-ply, chainette, or bouclé yarns behave differently under tension.
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Dyeing & Finishing: Processing methods can temporarily alter the yarn's rest weight and loft.
Recommendation: We strongly recommend knitting or crocheting a swatch and fully washing and blocking it to verify your final gauge, drape, and fabric texture before starting your project.
If in doubt, message us on Instagram, or WhatsApp. We are happy to help. You can of course also email us on support@yarnatelier.co.uk, with any questions or feedback you might have.
Match your yarn to a pattern
Calculate a pattern yarn, build your own combination, or simply see what your yarns make together.
What does your pattern use?
Enter the yarn information exactly as it appears in the pattern.
Suggested Yarns for this Pattern
Based on your target thickness (±5% variance)
Use 1 Strand
Hold 2 Strands Together
Hold 3 Strands Together
Your yarn combination
Choose Yarn Atelier yarns, add your own yarns, and select how many strands you want to hold together.
Compare
See how close your combination is to the yarn used in the pattern.