Yardage for quilt backing

Use this handy quilt backing calculator to calculate the backing yardage for your quilt and the required number of seams.

Today I am going to attempt to help you figure out how to cut and buy the correct amount of fabric for the back of your quilt. This will be featured in the tool section as Backing Chart for quick reference in the future. This chart assumes your fabric is 42 inches wide. You will have to make adjustments if your fabric is a different width. This first section will feature five different options for piecing the backing depending on how big your quilt is for the optimal use of fabric. I did do…

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Just how much fabric do I need for my quilt back? A question we have all asked. Here are some quick guides that will help. It's always good to measure twice before purchasing fabric. These measurements are a good place to begin. Happy Quilting! :) -Sew Kind of Wonderful-

Cindy asks...How much backing is needed, if my quilt measures 63 inches by 78 inches? Julie replies...At a minimum 4-7/8 yards plus a bit extra for fabric

As you probably know, making backs for a quilt is not high on my favorite parts of quilting. I would love to share some tips with you today on how I make the easiest, most stress free quilt backing possible. (Hint hint...at the bottom of the post, there is a chance to win some wonderful wide fabric to back your own quilt!) 1. Use 108" Wide Fabrics Wide back fabrics are wonderful as there is no piecing involved, they are hands down the easiest backings there are! They save time (no piecing)…

This fabric calculator will tell you how much fabric you need for both a quilt and its backing. Standard mattress sizes are given.

Do you need some quick reference charts for all those pesky bits of information such as how many inches are in 5/8 of a yard? How big is a l...

Taking a little extra time preparing the backing can make a huge difference in the quilt’s longevity as well as how easy it will be to quilt it.