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Amigurumi Yarn Calculator

Estimate yarn weight, stuffing, and supplies for amigurumi crochet projects based on finished size, stitch gauge, and pattern complexity.

Yarn Needed

150 yd

Skeins

3

Cost

$21

Time

~10h

Per Figure

150 yd

Skeins

3

Total Cost

$21

Time

~10h

Yarn by Body Part

Body/Torso53 yd
Head38 yd
Arms (x2)18 yd
Legs (x2)23 yd
Ears/Tail/Details12 yd
Clothes/Accessories8 yd

Cost Breakdown

Yarn$17
Stuffing$2
Safety Eyes$3

Shopping List

Main color: 1 skein • Accent colors: 1 skein each × 2

+ 4oz polyfill + safety eyes (9mm)

Example Calculations

1Medium Crochet Bear

Inputs

Project TypeBear (medium)
Finished Height8 inches
Yarn WeightWorsted (4)
Colors2 (body + muzzle)

Result

Total Yarn95 grams
Main Color80g (1 skein)
Accent Color15g (1 skein)
Stuffing3 oz
Safety Eyes12mm pair

An 8-inch bear in worsted weight uses about 95g of yarn total. One skein per color is sufficient since standard skeins are 100g. You’ll also need 3 oz of stuffing and 12mm safety eyes.

2Mini Keychain Amigurumi

Inputs

Project TypeKeychain (mini)
Finished Height3 inches
Yarn WeightDK (3)
Colors3

Result

Total Yarn18 grams
Main Color10g
Color 25g
Color 33g
Stuffing< 1 oz

Mini amigurumi keychains use very little yarn — you can make 5–6 from a single 100g skein. Leftover yarn from larger projects is perfect for these small items.

3Large Dragon with Multiple Colors

Inputs

Project TypeLarge Dragon
Finished Height16 inches
Yarn WeightWorsted (4)
Colors4

Result

Total Yarn280 grams
Main Body180g (2 skeins)
Wings/Accent60g (1 skein)
Belly/Detail30g (1 skein)
Eyes/Horns10g (scraps OK)
Stuffing8 oz

A large 16-inch dragon is a yarn-intensive project. The body alone needs 2 skeins. Buy 3 skeins of the main color for safety margin on wings and tail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q

How much yarn do I need for an amigurumi project?

A small amigurumi (3–5 inches) uses 20–50 grams of yarn, a medium project (6–10 inches) uses 50–150 grams, and large amigurumi (12+ inches) can use 150–400 grams. Multi-color designs need separate estimates for each color section.

  • Keychain size (2–3"): 10–25 grams
  • Small plush (4–6"): 30–60 grams
  • Medium plush (7–10"): 60–150 grams
  • Large plush (12–18"): 150–300 grams
  • Extra large (20"+): 300–500+ grams
Q

What yarn weight and hook size is best for amigurumi?

Worsted weight (4) and DK weight (3) yarns are ideal for amigurumi. The key is to use a hook 1–2mm smaller than the yarn label recommends — the most common amigurumi hook sizes are 2.25mm, 2.5mm, and 3mm. This creates a tight fabric that holds stuffing without showing through.

  • Worsted (4) with 3.0–3.5mm hook: most popular combination
  • DK (3) with 2.25–2.5mm hook: smaller, more detailed pieces
  • Cotton yarn (Catania, Drops): crisp stitch definition, holds shape well
  • Acrylic yarn: soft, affordable, huge color selection, easy to frog
  • Rule of thumb: subtract 2mm from the smallest recommended hook size
Q

How much stuffing do I need for amigurumi?

Polyester fiberfill is the standard stuffing for amigurumi. A small 5-inch project needs about 1–2 ounces of stuffing, while a 12-inch project needs 4–8 ounces. Stuff firmly for a smooth surface but not so tight that stitches stretch apart.

  • Small (3–5"): 1–2 oz of fiberfill
  • Medium (6–10"): 2–5 oz of fiberfill
  • Large (12–18"): 5–10 oz of fiberfill
  • A 12 oz bag of fiberfill costs $4–$8 and covers 2–4 medium projects
  • Use plastic pellets in the base for weighted, stand-up pieces
Q

What supplies do I need besides yarn for amigurumi?

Essential supplies include a crochet hook (1–2 sizes smaller than yarn label), safety eyes, a yarn needle for sewing parts together, stuffing, stitch markers, and optionally plastic pellets for weighting. Budget $15–$30 for a starter supply kit.

  • Crochet hook: $3–$8 (ergonomic recommended for hand comfort)
  • Safety eyes: $5–$12 for 100-piece multi-size pack
  • Yarn needle: $2–$4 (blunt tip, large eye)
  • Stitch markers: $3–$5 for a set of 20
  • Polyester fiberfill: $5–$10 per 12 oz bag

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Last Updated: Mar 9, 2026

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