Pocket Knitting Calculator

Professional Pocket Calculator

Machine Knitting Studio — Precision Measurements for Perfect Pockets

Garment Type Sweater / Cardigan (Adult) Hoodie (Kangaroo) Jacket / Coat Vest / Waistcoat Dress Children's Garment Baby Garment Custom Body Width

Choose the type of garment you're creating

Size Preset XXS (Extra Extra Small) XS (Extra Small) S (Small) M (Medium) L (Large) XL (Extra Large) XXL (Extra Extra Large) XXXL (3X Large)

Standard sizing presets with measurements

Units Centimeters (cm) Inches (in)

Choose your preferred measurement unit

Pocket Style Patch Pocket (Surface) Side-seam / Invisible Kangaroo (Hoodie Center) Welt Pocket Flap Pocket

Different styles have different proportions

Body Width (Chest/Hip)

Total garment width at pocket placement height

Pocket Width Ratio 1/5 (Very Narrow - 0.20) 1/4 (Narrow - 0.25) Moderate (0.28) 1/3 Standard (~0.30) 1/3 Wide (0.33) Large (0.35)

Pocket width as fraction of body width

Height Multiplier 0.7 (Very Shallow) 0.8 (Shallow) 0.9 (Moderate) 1.0 (Square) 1.2 (Tall) 1.4 (Very Tall)

Height = Width × This multiplier

Gauge (Stitches per 10cm)

Your knitting gauge for stitch calculations

Row Gauge (Rows per 10cm)

Row gauge for height calculations (optional)

Seam Allowance

Additional allowance for seaming

Edge Finish No Additional Finish Ribbing (1x1 or 2x2) Folded Hem Bias Binding

Edge finishing affects final dimensions

Hand Position Standard Adult Child Size Large Adult Custom Depth

Adjust depth for comfortable hand access

Quick Presets:

Calculation Results

Press Calculate Pocket to show detailed measurements and stitch counts.

Export Options

Calculation History

No calculations saved yet. Use "Save to History" to keep your calculations.

User Guide & Tips

Pocket Style Guidelines

• Patch Pocket: Surface-sewn, recommended width 1/4 to 1/3 of body width
• Side-seam: Invisible pockets set into side seams, usually 10-20% narrower
• Kangaroo: Large center front pocket, width covers center front area
• Welt Pocket: Formal style with opening and inner bag
• Flap Pocket: Protected opening with decorative or functional flap

Measurement Tips

• Body Width: Measure at the level where pocket will be placed
• Gauge: Always make a gauge swatch before starting your project
• Blocking: Consider how blocking will affect final measurements
• Ease: Include wearing ease in your body measurements

Advanced Features

• Seam Allowance: Add extra fabric for seaming and finishing
• Edge Finishing: Account for ribbing, hems, or binding
• Hand Position: Adjust depth based on intended user size
• Export Options: Save or print your calculations for reference

Calculation Formulas

Basic Pocket Width: Body Width × Width Ratio
Pocket Height: Pocket Width × Height Multiplier
Stitches: Measurement × (Gauge ÷ 10)
Rows: Height × (Row Gauge ÷ 10)