How much yarn question

#1

my grandma is wondering how much fingering yarn ( yd and grams )would it take to knit a size 42 woman, pullover, short sleeved sweater

thanks

#2

It really depends on the pattern, stitch type and even the gauge the pattern calls for. Here’s a website that gives you rough estimates though.

http://www.fiber2yarn.com/info/how_much_yarn.htm

#3

thank you, that helped