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Both calculators run independently β change the inputs on either side to compare results.
Sewing
Quilt Fabric Calculator
Calculates the yards of fabric needed for a quilt's backing and binding based on finished dimensions, batting overhang, and binding strip width. Ideal for quilters planning a new project before visiting the fabric store.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Sewing
Quilt Backing Calculator
Calculate yardage of quilt backing fabric required including the overhang needed for longarm quilting or stretching on a frame. Use it before purchasing backing to avoid trips back to the fabric store mid-project.
Fill in the required fields to see your result.
Key differences
| Quilt Fabric Calculator | Quilt Backing Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Sewing | Sewing |
| Inputs required | 5 | 4 |
| Result | Total Fabric Needed (yards) | Backing Fabric Needed (yards) |
| What it does | Calculates the yards of fabric needed for a quilt's backing and binding based on finished dimensions, batting overhang, and binding strip width. Ideal for quilters planning a new project before visiting the fabric store. | Calculate yardage of quilt backing fabric required including the overhang needed for longarm quilting or stretching on a frame. Use it before purchasing backing to avoid trips back to the fabric store mid-project. |