{"id":1698,"date":"2025-09-07T09:00:32","date_gmt":"2025-09-07T09:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=1698"},"modified":"2025-09-07T09:00:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-07T09:00:57","slug":"what-is-a-crochet-yoke","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/?p=1698","title":{"rendered":"What is a Crochet Yoke?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"178\">Here&#8217;s a <strong data-start=\"9\" data-end=\"40\">detailed step-by-step guide<\/strong> on <strong data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"74\">how to make a crochet yoke<\/strong>, adaptable to <strong data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"101\">any size<\/strong> \u2014 from baby to adult \u2014 and perfect for making dresses, blouses, or sweaters.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1699\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1000x1200-32.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1371\" height=\"1645\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1000x1200-32.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1000x1200-32-250x300.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1000x1200-32-853x1024.jpg 853w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1000x1200-32-768x922.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1371px) 100vw, 1371px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"183\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"215\">What is a Crochet Yoke?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"446\">A <strong data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"234\">crochet yoke<\/strong> is the upper part of a garment that fits around the neck and shoulders, often worked in the round (circular yoke) or in rows (square\/rectangular yoke). It provides the base structure for the rest of the garment.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"451\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"476\">Materials Needed:<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"663\">\n<li data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"532\">\n<p data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"532\"><strong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"487\">Yarn<\/strong> (your choice, depending on the garment type)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"584\">\n<p data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"584\"><strong data-start=\"535\" data-end=\"551\">Crochet hook<\/strong> (size recommended for your yarn)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"605\">\n<p data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"605\"><strong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"605\">Stitch markers<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"626\">\n<p data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"626\"><strong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"626\">Measuring tape<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"641\">\n<p data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"641\"><strong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"641\">Scissors<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"663\">\n<p data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"663\"><strong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"663\">Tapestry needle<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"668\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"701\">Step 1: Take Measurements<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"758\">You need these <strong data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"739\">four measurements<\/strong> to size your yoke:<\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_1rjym_13 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"1148\">\n<thead data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"798\">\n<tr data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"798\">\n<th data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"772\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Body Part<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"789\" data-col-size=\"sm\">How to Measure<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"798\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"1148\">\n<tr data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"925\">\n<td data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"859\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Neck circumference<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"889\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Around the base of the neck<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"925\" data-col-size=\"sm\">This is the opening for the head<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1007\">\n<td data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"943\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Shoulder width<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"982\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Across back from shoulder tip to tip<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1007\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Important for shaping<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1060\">\n<td data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1021\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Chest\/Bust<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1043\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Around fullest part<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1060\" data-col-size=\"sm\">For final fit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1148\">\n<td data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1074\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yoke depth<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1106\" data-col-size=\"sm\">From base of neck to underarm<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1148\" data-col-size=\"sm\">This tells how long the yoke should be<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1203\"><strong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1158\">Tip:<\/strong> Use a size chart if making for someone else.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1381\" height=\"777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-3.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres1-3-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1381px) 100vw, 1381px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1208\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1241\">Step 2: Choose Yoke Style<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1268\">There are 3 common types:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1497\">\n<li data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1337\">\n<p data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1337\"><strong data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1296\">Circular\/Round Yoke<\/strong> \u2013 Worked in continuous or joined rounds.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1431\">\n<p data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1431\"><strong data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1363\">Square\/Raglan Yoke<\/strong> \u2013 Worked in rows or rounds with increases at 4 points (for raglan).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1497\">\n<p data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1497\"><strong data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1455\">Rectangular Yoke<\/strong> \u2013 Common in children\u2019s dresses or tunics.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1560\">We&#8217;ll focus on the <strong data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1532\">Round Yoke<\/strong>, since it&#8217;s most versatile.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1565\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1610\">Step 3: Start with a Foundation Chain<\/h2>\n<ol data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1888\">\n<li data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1726\">\n<p data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1726\">Make a <strong data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1631\">chain<\/strong> that matches your <strong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1670\">neck measurement<\/strong> (use a gauge swatch to calculate the number of chains).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1802\">\n<p data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1802\"><strong data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1757\">Join with a slip stitch<\/strong> to form a ring \u2014 be careful not to twist it.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1888\">\n<p data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1888\"><strong data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1819\">Optional:<\/strong> Add 1-2 rows of single crochet or half double crochet for structure.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1893\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1934\">\u2b06\ufe0f Step 4: Increase Evenly in Rounds<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"2002\">Now we\u2019ll build the yoke to reach the shoulder width + yoke depth.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2090\">Each round will have increases. Here&#8217;s a simple pattern using <strong data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2089\">double crochet (dc)<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2130\">Basic Round Yoke Increase Formula:<\/h3>\n<div class=\"contain-inline-size rounded-2xl relative bg-token-sidebar-surface-primary\">\n<div class=\"sticky top-9\">\n<div class=\"absolute end-0 bottom-0 flex h-9 items-center pe-2\">\n<div class=\"bg-token-bg-elevated-secondary text-token-text-secondary flex items-center gap-4 rounded-sm px-2 font-sans text-xs\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"overflow-y-auto p-4\" dir=\"ltr\"><code class=\"whitespace-pre!\">Round <span class=\"hljs-number\">1<\/span>: Ch <span class=\"hljs-number\">3<\/span> (counts <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">as<\/span> dc), dc <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">in<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">each<\/span> st around, sl st <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">to<\/span> top <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">of<\/span> ch-<span class=\"hljs-number\">3<\/span>.<br \/>\nRound <span class=\"hljs-number\">2<\/span>: *dc <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">in<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">next<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-number\">2<\/span> sts, <span class=\"hljs-number\">2<\/span> dc <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">in<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">next<\/span> st*, repeat around, <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">join<\/span>.<br \/>\nRound <span class=\"hljs-number\">3<\/span>: *dc <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">in<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">next<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-number\">3<\/span> sts, <span class=\"hljs-number\">2<\/span> dc <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">in<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">next<\/span> st*, repeat...<br \/>\n<\/code><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2366\">Continue increasing like this:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2458\">\n<li data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2413\">\n<p data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2413\">Each round: Add 1 more dc between increases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2458\">\n<p data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2458\">Ex: Round 4: <em data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2452\">dc in 4, 2 dc in next<\/em>, etc.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2511\">Keep checking your <strong data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2491\">diameter<\/strong> using this formula:<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2619\">\n<p data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2619\"><strong data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2566\">Yoke Diameter = Neck Circumference \u00f7 \u03c0 (\u2248 3.14)<\/strong><br data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2569\" \/>Keep increasing until diameter = shoulder width.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1701\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1371\" height=\"771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-3.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres3-3-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1371px) 100vw, 1371px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2624\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2659\">Step 5: Check Fit and Depth<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2851\">\n<li data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2765\">\n<p data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2765\"><strong data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2688\">Try it on or lay flat<\/strong> to measure the width across the shoulders and yoke depth (neck to underarm).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2851\">\n<p data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2851\">If you&#8217;re making a pullover\/dress, the yoke should stop right <strong data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2850\">above the armpit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2967\">If you reach desired yoke depth <strong data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2895\">before<\/strong> width, increase more. If width comes too fast, space out the increases.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"2972\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"3002\">Step 6: Shape Armholes<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3051\">To split for the sleeves (for a top-down yoke):<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3181\">\n<li data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3077\">\n<p data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3077\">Count total stitches.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3078\" data-end=\"3181\">\n<p data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3099\">Divide as follows:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3181\">\n<li data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3131\">\n<p data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3131\"><strong data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3114\">Front<\/strong>: 1\/3 of stitches<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3150\">\n<p data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3150\"><strong data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3145\">Back<\/strong>: 1\/3<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3181\">\n<p data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3181\"><strong data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3171\">Each Sleeve<\/strong>: 1\/6 each<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"3183\" data-end=\"3240\">Example: 120 stitches \u2192 40 front, 40 back, 20 each sleeve<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\" data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3383\">\n<li data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3383\">\n<p data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3383\"><strong data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3266\">Work across front<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3292\">skip sleeve stitches<\/strong> (chain the same number or less for underarm), <strong data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3359\">work across back<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"3361\" data-end=\"3382\">skip other sleeve<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3434\">You now have a basic yoke with holes for sleeves.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3439\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3441\" data-end=\"3479\">Step 7: Continue Body or Sleeves<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3621\">\n<li data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3548\">\n<p data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3548\">Join to continue working in the <strong data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3534\">round (or rows)<\/strong> for the body.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3549\" data-end=\"3621\">\n<p data-start=\"3551\" data-end=\"3621\">You can return later to attach yarn at the sleeves and work them down.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1702\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1381\" height=\"777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-3.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.crochetlearning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/maxres2-3-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1381px) 100vw, 1381px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3626\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3628\" data-end=\"3660\">Optional Yoke Design Ideas<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3844\">\n<li data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3710\">\n<p data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3710\">Use <strong data-start=\"3668\" data-end=\"3685\">lacy stitches<\/strong> (shells, fans, clusters)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3738\">\n<p data-start=\"3713\" data-end=\"3738\">Add <strong data-start=\"3717\" data-end=\"3738\">colorwork\/stripes<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3739\" data-end=\"3790\">\n<p data-start=\"3741\" data-end=\"3790\">Try a <strong data-start=\"3747\" data-end=\"3772\">bobble or puff stitch<\/strong> round for texture<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3791\" data-end=\"3844\">\n<p data-start=\"3793\" data-end=\"3844\">Include <strong data-start=\"3801\" data-end=\"3818\">post stitches<\/strong> for shaping or definition<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3846\" data-end=\"3849\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3851\" data-end=\"3884\">Tips to Adjust for Any Size<\/h2>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_1rjym_13 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"3886\" data-end=\"4168\">\n<thead data-start=\"3886\" data-end=\"3908\">\n<tr data-start=\"3886\" data-end=\"3908\">\n<th data-start=\"3886\" data-end=\"3896\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Problem<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"3908\" data-col-size=\"md\">Solution<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"4168\">\n<tr data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3976\">\n<td data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3948\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Too small yoke<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3948\" data-end=\"3976\" data-col-size=\"md\">Add more increase rounds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"3977\" data-end=\"4041\">\n<td data-start=\"3977\" data-end=\"3994\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Too large neck<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"3994\" data-end=\"4041\" data-col-size=\"md\">Start with fewer chains and increase faster<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"4042\" data-end=\"4118\">\n<td data-start=\"4042\" data-end=\"4065\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Too tight under arms<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4118\" data-col-size=\"md\">Add more chain stitches when skipping for sleeves<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"4119\" data-end=\"4168\">\n<td data-start=\"4119\" data-end=\"4137\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Yoke bunches up<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"4137\" data-end=\"4168\" data-col-size=\"md\">Space increases more evenly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr data-start=\"4170\" data-end=\"4173\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4175\" data-end=\"4191\">\u2705 Final Notes<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4404\">\n<li data-start=\"4193\" data-end=\"4248\">\n<p data-start=\"4195\" data-end=\"4248\"><strong data-start=\"4195\" data-end=\"4212\">Always swatch<\/strong> in your chosen yarn to check gauge.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4316\">\n<p data-start=\"4251\" data-end=\"4316\"><strong data-start=\"4251\" data-end=\"4269\">Stitch markers<\/strong> help mark increase points or sleeve divisions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4317\" data-end=\"4404\">\n<p data-start=\"4319\" data-end=\"4404\">You can <strong data-start=\"4327\" data-end=\"4348\">customize shaping<\/strong> for better fit: e.g., work short rows at the back neck.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4406\" data-end=\"4409\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4411\" data-end=\"4454\">Free Round Yoke Formula (Custom Size)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"contain-inline-size rounded-2xl relative bg-token-sidebar-surface-primary\">\n<div class=\"sticky top-9\">\n<div class=\"absolute end-0 bottom-0 flex h-9 items-center pe-2\">\n<div class=\"bg-token-bg-elevated-secondary text-token-text-secondary flex items-center gap-4 rounded-sm px-2 font-sans text-xs\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"overflow-y-auto p-4\" dir=\"ltr\"><code class=\"whitespace-pre!\"><code class=\"whitespace-pre!\"><span class=\"hljs-type\">Neck<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-variable\">Circumference<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-operator\">=<\/span> X <span class=\"hljs-type\">cm<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"hljs-variable\">Gauge<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-operator\">=<\/span> Y stitches per cm<\/code><\/code><span class=\"hljs-type\">Foundation<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-variable\">chain<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-operator\">=<\/span> X \u00d7 Y<br \/>\n<span class=\"hljs-type\">Yoke<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-variable\">depth<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-operator\">=<\/span> [Varies by age\/size] (e.g., <span class=\"hljs-number\">10<\/span>&#8211;<span class=\"hljs-number\">15<\/span> cm <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">for<\/span> baby, <span class=\"hljs-number\">18<\/span>&#8211;<span class=\"hljs-number\">25<\/span> cm <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">for<\/span> adult)<\/p>\n<p><code class=\"whitespace-pre!\"><code class=\"whitespace-pre!\"><\/code><\/code>Increase every round until:<br \/>\n&#8211; <span class=\"hljs-type\">Yoke<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-variable\">diameter<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-operator\">=<\/span> Shoulder <span class=\"hljs-title function_\">width<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-params\">(in cm \u00d7 Y stitches\/cm)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><code class=\"whitespace-pre!\"><code class=\"whitespace-pre!\"><\/code><\/code>Split <span class=\"hljs-keyword\">for<\/span> sleeves when:<br \/>\n&#8211; <span class=\"hljs-type\">Yoke<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-variable\">depth<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-operator\">=<\/span> desired <span class=\"hljs-title function_\">measurement<\/span> <span class=\"hljs-params\">(neck to armpit)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><\/div>\n<div dir=\"ltr\"><a 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