🌟 Clothing Fabric Calculator 🌟
Starting a new sewing project? Use our intuitive calculator to estimate the amount of fabric you’ll need for shirts, skirts, dresses and more. Follow the easy steps below:
How Much Fabric Do I Need Calculator
📍 Step 1. Choose Your Garment Type
- Click on the “Select Garment Type” dropdown.
- Pick the garment you're planning to create, from shirts to jackets and more!
📍 Step 2. Select the Garment Size
- Click on the “Select Size” dropdown.
- Choose from Small, Medium, or Large.
📍 Step 3. Input the Fabric Width
- Provide the width of your chosen fabric in the “Fabric Width (inches)” field.
- Remember to enter a width between 20 and 60 inches.
📍 Step 4. Hit Calculate!
- Just press the “Calculate” button.
- Voila! Get your estimated fabric requirement displayed in both yards and meters.
📝 Note:
- These are approximate estimations, so it’s always a good idea to purchase a little extra fabric.
- The calculator is optimized for standard fabric widths and garment sizes. Adjustments may be necessary for unique specifications.
- The fabric calculator, uses the terms "Small," "Medium," and "Large" as generic size categories, with each size requiring different amounts of fabric. EG:
Small (S)
Women
Bust: 32" - 34" (81 - 86 cm)
Waist: 24" - 26" (61 - 66 cm)
Hip: 34" - 36" (86 - 91 cm)
Men
Chest: 34" - 36" (86 - 91 cm)
Waist: 28" - 30" (71 - 76 cm)
Guidelines: Typically includes US sizes 4-6 for women, and XS-S for men.
Garments may require approximately 1 yard (0.9 meters) of fabric, though this is a rough estimate and depends on the garment type.
Medium (M)
Women
Bust: 36" - 38" (91 - 97 cm)
Waist: 28" - 30" (71 - 76 cm)
Hip: 38" - 40" (97 - 102 cm)
Men
Chest: 38" - 40" (97 - 102 cm)
Waist: 32" - 34" (81 - 86 cm)
Guidelines: Typically includes US sizes 8-10 for women, and M for men.
Garments may require approximately 1.2 yards (1.1 meters) of fabric, though this is a rough estimate and depends on the garment type.
Large (L)
Women
Bust: 40" - 42" (102 - 107 cm)
Waist: 32" - 34" (81 - 86 cm)
Hip: 42" - 44" (107 - 112 cm)
Men
Chest: 42" - 44" (107 - 112 cm)
Waist: 36" - 38" (91 - 97 cm)
Guidelines. Includes US sizes 12-14 for women, and L-XL for men.
Garments may require approximately 1.4 yards (1.28 meters) of fabric, though this is a rough estimate and depends on the garment type.
- The sizes are standard US sizes and measurements and may vary by brand and country.
- The fabric requirements are general estimates and will depend on the specific pattern and fabric width.
- It's always recommended to refer to the specific sizing and fabric guidelines in the sewing pattern being used.
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