Project

Finished size. Typical sizes; patterns vary.

quilt tops
%

Piecing loses fabric in seam allowances: about 10% for big blocks, 40% or more for small pieces.

Fabric
in

After trimming the selvedges, usually 2 in (5 cm) less than the bolt width.

$ per yard

Typical price: edit to yours.

Results

Fabric to buy

3 yd

= 2.74 m

How it's worked out

  • Estimate: the top's area plus 25% for seams and trimming, cut across the usable width.
  • Your pattern's fabric requirements are more exact: use them if you have them.
Fabric used
101.6 in
Fabric cost
$39.00

Rounded up to the next 1/4 yard, the way most shops cut fabric. Add extra for matching a pattern repeat and for pre-washing (cotton can shrink 3–5%).

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