Knitting and crochet gauge
Turn measured gauge into stitch and row counts, with pattern repeats and achieved dimensions. Drag the graph handles to change inputs and explore the result.
Your inputs
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How it works
- Rounded stitch count = ceil(max(0, × / − ) / ) × +
- Rounded row count = ceil( × / / ) ×
- Worked example: 20 / 10 × 50 = 100; ceil((100 − 2) / 4) × 4 + 2 = 102; 28 / 10 × 60 = 168
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Your result
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Assumptions and limitations
Use a washed/blocked swatch in the intended stitch pattern. Dimensions share one unit. Total stitches = pattern multiple × whole repeats + edge stitches; edges count within target width. Counts round upward to meet the target dimensions, up to 10 million each. Uniform gauge is assumed; shaping, yarn quantity, shrinkage and garment fit are not inferred.
Sources
- Craft Yarn Council — measured gauge Sources reviewed: 2026-10-08
- OpenStax — proportions Sources reviewed: 2026-10-08
