Fabric Calculator

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Choose the closest project type. For curtains the fullness ratio is applied automatically.
The finished width of a single cut piece before sewing.
in
The finished length (or drop) of a single cut piece before sewing.
in
How many identical pieces (panels, blocks, cushions) you need to cut.
Bolt widths printed on the selvage. 60" is common for quilting and apparel cotton.
Added to each dimension so the finished piece meets your intended size after stitching.
The vertical distance between repeating motifs on the fabric. Enter 0 for solid or non-directional fabrics.
in
Extra allowance for cutting mistakes, shrinkage, and matching. 10-15% is typical.
Enter the price per yard (or per metre if metric) to see the estimated fabric cost.
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Fabric needed
5.25

Total yards (or metres) to purchase, rounded up to the nearest 0.25

Exact calculated length5.19
Pieces per row1
Rows needed2
Cut piece width55
Cut piece length85
Pieces per row1
Rows needed2

Buy 5.25 yards of fabric.

  • You need 5.25 yards, rounded up to the nearest 0.25 yards so you can buy a clean cut at the fabric store.
  • Only one piece fits across the fabric width. A wider bolt or narrower pieces would reduce waste.

Next stepPre-wash your fabric before cutting to account for shrinkage, especially for cotton and linen.

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