How to Use our Thread Calculator for Accurate Needlepoint Thread Estimations

“Never run out of thread again!” “This makes stash diving a cinch!” “An essential tool at our shop!” “Our customers love them!” These are just a few of the things we hear about our Thread Calculator by Tools of the Trade. 🪡

In this video, we’ll guide you through how to use a Thread Calculator to determine the exact amount of thread needed for your needlepoint project. Whether you're working with a single color or multiple threads, this tool helps ensure you have the right amount of thread, saving you time and money. In this case, we’ll demonstrate how to calculate the amount of thread needed for a Kiwi green color on a needlepoint canvas, but this technique can be applied to any project!

🧵 What You’ll Learn:

How to measure square inches on your needlepoint canvas

How to calculate the total amount of thread needed

The importance of multiplying by the right yardage (1.75)

How to adjust your calculation for multi-strand threads like 12-ply silk 

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