Enter the current number of stitches and the number of stitches to add into the Calculator. The calculator will evaluate the new stitch count after the increase.

Crochet Increase Calculator

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Crochet Increase Formula

CI = CS + IS

Variables:

  • CI is the new stitch count after the increase (stitches)
  • CS is the current number of stitches (stitches)
  • IS is the number of stitches added (stitches)

To calculate the new stitch count after an increase, add the number of stitches added to the current number of stitches.

How to Calculate Crochet Increase?

The following steps outline how to calculate the new stitch count after a crochet increase.

  1. First, determine the current number of stitches (CS). 
  2. Next, determine the number of stitches to add (IS). 
  3. Next, gather the formula from above: CI = CS + IS.
  4. Finally, calculate the new stitch count after the increase (CI).
  5. After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.

Example Problem : 

Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.

current number of stitches = 500

number of stitches to be increased = 20
new stitch count after increase = 500 + 20 = 520 stitches

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a Crochet Increase?

A crochet increase refers to a method used in crocheting to add stitches to a row or round, increasing the width or circumference of the work. It’s a fundamental technique for shaping crochet projects.

Why do I need to calculate Crochet Increase?

Calculating an increase is helpful for tracking stitch counts and planning how to distribute increases evenly across your work, ensuring the final project meets your desired dimensions.

Can I use the Crochet Increase formula for any type of stitch?

This calculator (CI = CS + IS) works for stitch counts in any stitch pattern because it is simply adding the number of stitches you plan to add. The specific technique you use to create those added stitches may vary by pattern.

Is there a difference between increasing at the beginning of a row versus the end?

Placing increases at the beginning versus the end of a row primarily changes which edge is shaped (it mirrors the shaping). Distributing increases across a row or round generally produces smoother, more even shaping than concentrating all increases at one edge.