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Stitch Calculator

Calculate even increases, decreases, and stitch distribution for your knitting projects.

Calculate Increases

Plan evenly spaced increases across available rows.

Number of rows available for increases

💡 Stitch Calculation Tips

  • Mark increase/decrease rows on your pattern
  • Use stitch markers to track progress
  • Consider using different increase/decrease types
  • Test your calculations on a gauge swatch
  • Keep notes for future reference

Common Increase Types

  • KFB: Knit front and back
  • M1: Make one
  • YO: Yarn over (decorative)
  • KLL/KRL: Lifted increases

Common Decrease Types

  • K2tog: Knit two together (right-leaning)
  • SSK: Slip, slip, knit (left-leaning)
  • CDD: Central double decrease
  • K3tog: Knit three together

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