Target Stitch Counter
Count toward a specified total.
How Target Stitch Counter Works?
The Target Stitch Counter works by counting up on Current Stitches toward a goal stored in Goal Target. You see the count and the goal side by side until the two numbers meet.
Set the goal
Press → to raise Goal Target to the stitch number the pattern gives, such as 87 stitches before the next marker.
Count up
Tap the count pad or press Space for each stitch. Pick a larger step for long runs of plain stitches.
Watch the gap
Subtract Current Stitches from Goal Target to see how many stitches remain.
Stop at the goal
Stop when both numbers match, then press Reset Count for the next stretch.
Target Stitch Counter Formula
The Target Stitch Counter formula is progress = current stitches ÷ goal × 100. The gap to the goal is the goal minus the current count.
- Progress
Progress % = C ÷ G × 100C is Current Stitches and G is Goal Target.
- Gap
Gap = G − CA negative gap means you passed the goal.
- Time left
Time = Gap ÷ stitches per minuteA pace of 25 stitches per minute clears a gap of 100 in 4 minutes.
Worked example: A goal of 240 stitches with 156 counted is 156 ÷ 240 = 65% done, with 84 stitches to go. At 30 stitches per minute the last 84 stitches take 2.8 minutes.
Target Stitch Counter Conversion Table
The Target Stitch Counter conversion table shows progress and stitches left at 5 checkpoints for 4 goal sizes.
| Progress | Goal 80 | Goal 150 | Goal 240 | Goal 400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | 8 sts (72 left) | 15 sts (135 left) | 24 sts (216 left) | 40 sts (360 left) |
| 25% | 20 sts (60 left) | 38 sts (112 left) | 60 sts (180 left) | 100 sts (300 left) |
| 50% | 40 sts (40 left) | 75 sts (75 left) | 120 sts (120 left) | 200 sts (200 left) |
| 75% | 60 sts (20 left) | 112 sts (38 left) | 180 sts (60 left) | 300 sts (100 left) |
| 90% | 72 sts (8 left) | 135 sts (15 left) | 216 sts (24 left) | 360 sts (40 left) |
Stitch values are rounded to the nearest whole stitch.
What is Target Stitch Counter?
A Target Stitch Counter is a counter that counts toward a set stitch goal and shows the goal beside the count. Patterns state targets such as "knit to 3 stitches before the marker" or "pick up 92 stitches".
A visible goal answers the question "how many more?" without mental subtraction. The Stitches Counter tool saves the count and the goal together in your browser.
What are the uses of Target Stitch Counter?
There are 5 main uses of the Target Stitch Counter, including cast-on goals, pick-up goals and stitch runs before a marker.
Cast-on goals
Cast on to an exact total such as 212 stitches.
Pick-up goals
Pick up the stitch number a neckband or button band needs.
Runs to a marker
Knit a set number of stitches before a raglan or side marker.
Session goals
Set a personal goal, such as 500 stitches before a break.
Chain goals
Count a crochet chain toward the pattern's chain total.
About the Target Stitch Counter
Set your pattern target stitch milestone and watch clear progress indicators update with every tap until your goal is reached.
How to Use This Tool Efficiently
- ✓Visual progress bars provide motivation during long monotonous sweater bodies.
- ✓Audible chime confirms when you reach your exact target threshold.
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