Stitch Pattern Repeat Calculator

Adjust your stitch count to fit a pattern repeat evenly, accounting for edge stitches. Shows the closest options above and below.

Desired Width (stitches)

Pattern Repeat

Edge Stitches

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Adjusted Stitch Count

98 sts

Pattern Repeats16

Difference from Desired-2 sts

Pattern Stitches96 sts

Option: Fewer Repeats92 sts

Option: More Repeats104 sts

How to Use This Calculator

Enter the stitch multiple of your pattern repeat (e.g., a 6-stitch cable = 6).
Input any edge or selvedge stitches required outside the repeat.
Enter your target width in inches and gauge in stitches per inch.
Review the recommended cast-on count rounded to the nearest full repeat.
Adjust your target width slightly if needed to achieve an exact repeat with clean edges.

How the result changes with Desired Width (stitches)

Desired Width (stitches): Target number of stitches for your piece width.
Pattern Repeat: Number of stitches in one full pattern repeat.
Edge Stitches: Stitches added for selvedge or border (e.g., 1 per side = 2 total).

Identify Input Parameters
Desired Width (stitches) = 100, Pattern Repeat = 6, Edge Stitches = 2 = 3 input(s) provided
Calculate Adjusted Stitch Count
Adjusted Stitch Count
98 = 98
Calculate Pattern Repeats
Pattern Repeats
16 = 16
Calculate Difference from Desired
Difference from Desired
-2 = -2

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