Compare calculators
Both calculators run independently β change the inputs on either side to compare results.
Sewing
Fabric Yardage Calculator
Estimates the total yards of fabric needed for a sewing project based on garment type, size, and fabric width. Use it before buying fabric to avoid running short or over-purchasing.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Sewing
Fabric Gathering Calculator
Compute the flat cut length of fabric needed to gather down to a target finished length, using a chosen gather ratio. Useful for ruffles, gathered skirts, curtain headers, and shirring projects.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Key differences
| Fabric Yardage Calculator | Fabric Gathering Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Sewing | Sewing |
| Inputs required | 4 | 2 |
| Result | Total Fabric Needed (yards) | Fabric Length Needed (inches) |
| What it does | Estimates the total yards of fabric needed for a sewing project based on garment type, size, and fabric width. Use it before buying fabric to avoid running short or over-purchasing. | Compute the flat cut length of fabric needed to gather down to a target finished length, using a chosen gather ratio. Useful for ruffles, gathered skirts, curtain headers, and shirring projects. |