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Both calculators run independently β change the inputs on either side to compare results.
Sewing
Bias Tape Length Calculator
Calculate how much bias tape or binding you need to finish the edges of a fabric project, including extra for mitering corners and a working buffer. Use it whenever you are binding a quilt, neckline, armhole, or finishing the edge of any cut piece.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Sewing
Hem Allowance Calculator
Compute the total fabric cut length needed for a garment with a chosen hem depth and a top seam allowance, so the finished length matches the design. Useful for skirts, trousers, curtains, and any project where precise length matters.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Key differences
| Bias Tape Length Calculator | Hem Allowance Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Sewing | Sewing |
| Inputs required | 3 | 3 |
| Result | Bias Tape Needed (inches) | Total Cutting Length (inches) |
| What it does | Calculate how much bias tape or binding you need to finish the edges of a fabric project, including extra for mitering corners and a working buffer. Use it whenever you are binding a quilt, neckline, armhole, or finishing the edge of any cut piece. | Compute the total fabric cut length needed for a garment with a chosen hem depth and a top seam allowance, so the finished length matches the design. Useful for skirts, trousers, curtains, and any project where precise length matters. |