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Fabric Yardage Calculator

Yards or meters needed for sewing projects.

Fabric for Adult t-shirt
1.00 yd
0.91 m at 60" wide

Notes

  • Add 10% if the fabric has a directional print or large repeat
  • Add 5–10% for plaids and stripes that need matching
  • Add 1/2 yard for napped fabric (velvet, corduroy)
  • Pre-wash before cutting; cottons can shrink 3-5%

Approximate adult-medium yardages from common pattern sizes. Plus sizes need ~1.25x; kid sizes need ~0.6x. The scale multiplier handles that. Fabric width matters: 45-inch cuts narrower so you need more length. Confirm against your specific pattern before buying.

About

Pick a project (t-shirt, dress, pants, curtains, quilt, etc.) and a fabric width (45 or 60 inches). Get the typical yardage for adult-medium sizing. Use the scale slider for kid or plus sizes.

How to use

  1. Pick project type.
  2. Pick fabric width.
  3. Read yardage.

FAQ

Should I add for shrinkage?+

Yes if you haven't pre-washed. Most cottons shrink 3–5%; synthetics barely shrink. Always pre-wash and dry the fabric on the same settings you'll use for the finished garment before cutting.