What size should a wrap be?

A standard rectangular wrap is 45-60cm wide and 150-180cm long. A generous stole is 30-40cm wide and 180-200cm long. Triangular shawls are typically 150-180cm along the top edge and 60-80cm deep at the centre point.

How much yarn does a wrap need?

A rectangular wrap typically uses 800-1200m of yarn depending on size and gauge. Triangular wraps use roughly half as much as a rectangle of the same dimensions. Lace wraps use less yarn per area due to the open stitches.

What is the difference between a wrap and a stole?

A stole is narrower (25-40cm) and longer, worn draped over the shoulders. A wrap is wider (45-60cm) and meant to be wrapped around the body. A shawl is typically triangular or crescent-shaped and worn over the shoulders.

How do I knit a triangular wrap?

Start with 3 stitches and increase 2 stitches every right-side row (one each side of a centre stitch). Alternatively, cast on the full top edge and decrease to the point. The centre depth equals half the top edge width for a right-angled triangle.

What yarn weight is best for wraps?

Lace or fingering weight yarns create lightweight, drapey wraps ideal for year-round wear. DK weight makes a warmer, cosier wrap. Bulky yarns create thick, heavy wraps that work well as blanket scarves but may be too heavy for draped wear.

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Wrap Calculator — Dimensions and Yarn for Wraps and Stoles

Calculate cast-on count, row count, and yarn requirements for rectangular, triangular, and crescent wraps.

Wrap Width

Finished width (or top edge for triangular)

Wrap Length

Finished length (or depth for triangular)

Stitch Gauge (per 10cm)

Stitches per 10cm from your gauge swatch

Row Gauge (per 10cm)

Rows per 10cm from your gauge swatch

Yarn per Ball

Metres per ball/skein

Wrap Style

Select the style

How We Calculate This

This calculator determines the cast-on count, number of rows, and estimated yarn requirements for wraps, stoles, and shawls.

Shape adjustments

Rectangular: Full width x length area
Triangular: Half the rectangular area (increases from point to top)
Crescent: Approximately 60% of rectangular area

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Last updated: February 2026

All calculations are estimates based on standard yarn weights and gauge. Results may vary with individual tension, yarn brand, and needle size.