KNITTING INCREASE CALCULATOR
Use the calculator below to determine how to increase evenly across your row or round of knitting.
Current Stitch Count:
Number of Stitches to Increase:
Type in stitch counts and click Calculate
KNITTING DECREASE CALCULATOR
Use the calculator below to determine how to decrease evenly across your row or round of knitting.
Current Stitch Count:
Number of Stitches to Decrease:
Type in stitch counts and click Calculate
INCREASE STITCHES TO TAPER A STANDARD SLEEVE
To determine the number of rows in the sleeve shaping, complete the following:
(length of cuff to underarm - ribbing length - 2”) x row gauge = # of rows in sleeve shaping (round your answer to an even number)
You will begin your sleeve shaping approximately 1”/2.5cm after you complete the ribbing and end approximately 1” from the beginning of the cap shaping. Complete your sleeve cap as indicated in your pattern.
DECREASE STITCHES TO TAPER A STANDARD SLEEVE
To determine the number of rows in the sleeve shaping, complete the following:
(length of cuff to underarm - ribbing length - 2”) x row gauge = # of rows in sleeve shaping (round your answer to an even number)
You will begin your sleeve shaping approximately 1”/2.5cm from the end of the cap shaping and end approximately 1” you before you begin the cuff ribbing.