How Much Yarn for Amigurumi?
A small amigurumi toy (about 6″ tall) takes roughly 90 yards of worsted-weight yarn — far less than one skein. That's why amigurumi is the beloved stash-buster: most toys use scraps and partial skeins.
Medium toys (10–12″) need about 200–300 yards, and large plushies can need 500+ yards. Multi-color designs split the total across colors — the calculator's buffer covers the extra ends.
Yardage chart: amigurumi toy by yarn weight
| Yarn weight | Estimated yardage | Skeins needed* |
|---|---|---|
| Super Fine / Fingering (1) | 150 yds | 1 skeins |
| Fine / Sport (2) | 130 yds | 1 skeins |
| Light / DK (3) | 110 yds | 1 skeins |
| Medium / Worsted (4) | 90 yds | 1 skeins |
*Skein counts use typical skein sizes for each weight and include a 10% safety buffer, rounded up. Always check your yarn label — skein sizes vary by brand.
Get your exact numbers
Run amigurumi toy through the free calculator with your yarn's label details.
Frequently asked questions
How much yarn for a small amigurumi?
About 50–120 yards total in worsted weight, split across colors. One skein makes several small toys.
What yarn weight is best for amigurumi?
Worsted (4) is the most common — the stitches are tight enough to hide stuffing. DK and sport make smaller, finer toys.
Can I use leftover yarn for amigurumi?
Absolutely — it's the ideal use for leftovers. Just make sure pieces that must match (like two arms) come from the same dye lot.
How much stuffing do I need?
A small toy needs a handful of polyester fiberfill (about 1–2 oz). Buy a standard 12 oz bag and it will last many projects.
