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Both calculators run independently β change the inputs on either side to compare results.
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.
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 Gathering Calculator | Fabric Yardage Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Sewing | Sewing |
| Inputs required | 2 | 3 |
| Result | Fabric Length Needed (inches) | Fabric Needed (yards) |
| What it does | 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. | 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. |