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Sizes: cm / Inches

Working on amigurumis often means following patterns from around the world. Some use centimeters, others use inches. This page helps you quickly convert between cm and inches, making it easier to follow any pattern, choose the right hook, and get the perfect size for your creations. Keep it as a handy reference for all your crochet projects!


Centimeters (cm) Inches (in)
0.5 cm 0.20 in
1 cm 0.39 in
1.5 cm 0.59 in
2 cm 0.79 in
2.5 cm 0.98 in
3 cm 1.18 in
3.5 cm 1.38 in
4 cm 1.57 in
4.5 cm 1.77 in
5 cm 1.97 in
5.5 cm 2.17 in
6 cm 2.36 in
6.5 cm 2.56 in
7 cm 2.76 in
7.5 cm 2.95 in
8 cm 3.15 in
9 cm 3.54 in
10 cm 3.94 in
11 cm 4.33 in
12 cm 4.72 in
13 cm 5.12 in
14 cm 5.51 in
15 cm 5.91 in
16 cm 6.30 in

This table shows different measurements to give you an idea of the size your amigurumi will be if you follow the creator’s instructions regarding hook and yarn size. If you want to know the exact size rather than an approximate one, you can use one of the following free online converters:

  • UnitConverters.net – cm to inches

  • RapidTables – cm to inches