Quilt Backing Calculator
Calculate backing fabric yardage and panel layout for your quilt.
Quilt Size
Backing Options
Backing Tips
- • Longarm quilters typically need 4-8" extra on each side
- • Home machine quilting may need only 2-3"
- • Press seams open for flatter backing
- • Pieced backing can use leftover fabrics creatively
- • Wide backing fabrics save time but cost more per yard
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