Yardage Charts

Free Quilt Yardage Charts

Backing, batting, and binding estimates for beginner quilt planning.

Quilt Sandwich A simple exploded quilt diagram showing a patchwork quilt top, batting, backing, and binding edge. Top Batting Backing Binding - all 4 edges

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Combine quilt-top fabric, backing, batting, binding, and a printable shopping list.

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Which yardage chart do I need?

Before you use any yardage chart

  • Start with the finished quilt size.
  • Add extra allowance for quilting, trimming, and squaring up.
  • Check your pattern, fabric width, and quilting method before buying fabric.

FAQ

A quilt yardage chart gives a planning estimate for fabric or batting needed for a quilt layer. Check your pattern and fabric width before buying.

No. Quilt top yardage depends on the design and cutting plan. Backing yardage estimates the quilt back, usually with extra allowance.

Usually. Backing commonly needs extra on each side for quilting and trimming. Check your pattern or longarm quilter's requirements.