Compare calculators
Both calculators run independently β change the inputs on either side to compare results.
Sewing
Fabric Shrinkage Calculator
Calculates how many extra yards of fabric to purchase to account for shrinkage when pre-washing before sewing. Essential when working with natural fibers like cotton or linen that shrink significantly.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Sewing
Fabric Yardage Calculator
Calculate the total yardage of fabric to buy for a sewing project based on project dimensions and fabric bolt width. Use it before purchasing to avoid running short mid-project or over-buying expensive fabric.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Key differences
| Fabric Shrinkage Calculator | Fabric Yardage Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Sewing | Sewing |
| Inputs required | 4 | 3 |
| Result | Fabric to Purchase (yards) | Fabric Needed (yards) |
| What it does | Calculates how many extra yards of fabric to purchase to account for shrinkage when pre-washing before sewing. Essential when working with natural fibers like cotton or linen that shrink significantly. | Calculate the total yardage of fabric to buy for a sewing project based on project dimensions and fabric bolt width. Use it before purchasing to avoid running short mid-project or over-buying expensive fabric. |