Even Increase and Decrease Calculator
Spread increases or decreases evenly across a row so the shape comes out smooth. Enter the stitch count and the number of changes.
- Free
- Works offline after your first visit
- Saves on this device
- No sign-up
- Updated
How it works
Divide the stitches in the row by the number of changes. That gives the spacing, which is the number of stitches to work before each change.
Only whole stitches can be worked, so work the knit count before each change and spread the leftover stitches evenly. Decreases work the same way, using the number of stitches being removed.
Worked example
With 60 stitches and 8 changes, work about 7 stitches, then make a change, and repeat. The spacing is 7.5 stitches.
Questions
What about the leftover stitches?
Place them in the sections with the most knitting, or spread them through the row. Pattern instructions often say where.
Does this work for decreases?
Yes. Enter the number of stitches you need to remove, and the spacing works the same way.
Why is the spacing not a whole number?
Most rows do not divide evenly. Work even groups, and place the extra stitches as the row goes.
More like this
- Soap CalculatorLye and water weights for a cold process batch.
- Bias Tape Length CalculatorLength of bias tape from one square of fabric.
- Board Feet CalculatorBoard feet from thickness, width and length.
- Candle Fragrance CalculatorFragrance oil by weight of wax.
- Crochet Foundation Chain CalculatorChains to start a crochet piece.
- Cross Stitch Fabric Size CalculatorFabric size from a stitch count and fabric count.