Stitch Math Tools

Thread Skein Calculator

Estimate floss before kitting a project. Use the stitch count for one color when you have a color-by-color pattern total.

Stitches Fabric count Strands Waste allowance Skein length in yards

Floss estimate

Yards needed

16.43

Skeins to buy

Stitches per skein

1096

A common six-strand cotton skein is 8.7 yards. Stitch tension, parking, confetti, and backstitching change real usage.