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Gauge Calculator

Calculate gauge from your swatch, convert between different units, or resize patterns for your gauge.

Calculate Gauge from Swatch

Measure your gauge swatch to determine your stitches and rows per inch.

Count the total number of stitches across your swatch
Measure the width of your blocked swatch
Count the total number of rows in your swatch
Measure the height of your blocked swatch

💡 Gauge Tips

  • Always knit a 4" x 4" (10cm x 10cm) swatch minimum
  • Block your swatch before measuring
  • Measure in the center of the swatch
  • Use the same yarn and needles as your project
  • Knit in your natural tension

Common Gauge Conversions

Sts/inch Sts/10cm Sts/4in
3.5 14 14
4.0 16 16
4.5 18 18
5.0 20 20
5.5 22 22