Fabric Yardage Calculator
Calculate how many yards or meters of fabric you need for your sewing project.
How to Use the Fabric Yardage Calculator
- Enter your project width and length in inches.
- Enter the fabric width (default 45 inches).
- Click Calculate to see yardage, meters, and waste-adjusted amount.
- Purchase fabric equal to or greater than the 'With Waste' value.
حالات الاستخدام
- •Estimating fabric for quilts and blankets.
- •Planning yardage for garment sewing.
- •Calculating fabric for home décor projects.
- •Reducing fabric waste with accurate pre-purchase estimates.
الصيغة
Strips = ⌈Project Width / Fabric Width⌉. Total Inches = Strips × Project Length. Yards = Total Inches / 36. With Waste = Yards × 1.10.
الأسئلة الشائعة
Why add 10% waste?
A 10% buffer accounts for cutting errors, pattern matching, and fabric imperfections typical in sewing projects.
What is the standard fabric width?
Most quilting cotton is 44–45 inches wide. Apparel fabrics range from 45 to 60 inches. The default is 45 inches.
How do I convert yards to meters?
1 yard = 0.9144 meters. The calculator shows both values automatically.