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How Much Wide Quilt Backing Do I Need?
First you must measure your quilt top. If your quilt top is a “standard” size, then you can use this handy chart. If it falls somewhere in between, then follow the instructions below the chart.
Wide Quilt Backing Estimator
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Quilt Size |
Quilt Dims. (Inches) |
108”/118” Wide Fabric |
44” Wide Fabric |
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Baby |
30” x 40” |
1-¼ - 1-½ yards |
1-¼ - 1-½ yards |
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Crib |
40” x 60” |
1-½ yards |
4 – 5 yards |
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Throw |
60” x 70” |
2-¼ yards |
6 yards |
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Twin |
72” x 92” |
2-½ yards |
6 yards |
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Full |
86” x 92” |
2-¾ yards |
6 yards |
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Queen |
92” x 96” |
3 yards |
9 yards |
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King |
100” Square |
3-¼ yards of 116”/118” |
9-¾ yards |
How to Figure the Amount of Wide Quilt Backing to Order
1. Measure the width (W) and length (L) of your completed quilt top. For example: 60” W x 72” L
2. Add the number of extra inches required by your longarm quilter (usually 3” on each side for a total of 6”). Prewashing means less shrinking and crinkles. As you probably know, fabric shrinks when it's been washed and dried. If you wash your quilt AFTER you've sewn it together, the fabrics will most likely shrink and have an unwanted crinkle effect that you weren't expecting. We also suggest adding 1/8 - ¼ yard for shrinkage if you plan to pre-wash you're backing. *
60” + 8” + 5” = 73” W
72” + 8” + 5” = 85” L
3. You will need a wide back that measures at least 73” x 85”. Most of our wide backs are 108” wide, which can be used for the length of the quilt.
4. Divide the measurement for the width of your quilt by 36” to figure the amount of yardage to order:
73” ÷ 36” = 1.89 yards of 108” fabric.
We sell by the ¼ yard, so you would need to order 2 yards. That will give you a piece that measures 72” x 108”. Remember; it is better to have too much than not enough!
Helpful Hints:
- While it is your personal choice, we recommend pre-washing your wide back in cold water and drying in a cool dryer as wide quilt backing shrinks at a higher rate in the width than regular quilting cottons. If your quilt top is larger than 97” long and you plan to pre-wash, add ¼ yard to the calculated yardage above.
- If you have a very large quilt top, make sure to carefully calculate your yardage requirements because a 108” wide back may not be large enough. Keep in mind we carry up to 120” wide backs.
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Northcott Stonehenge Marble 108" Wide Back Brown B25049-34 ^
$17.95 $21.99
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Benartex 108" Wide Back Yellowstone Cowboys Saddle Charcoal 114483W11B ^
$18.98 $23.98
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Benartex Paint Splash 108in Wide Back Turquoise/Lilac 14162W-85 +
$20.95 $22.99
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Benartex Paint Splash 108in Wide Back Royal 14162W-55 +
$20.95 $22.99
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Beanrtex Wave Texture 108" Wide Back 2966W-54 Turquoise +
$17.95 $21.99
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Benartex Washed Wood Flannel 108in Wide Back 7709WF-70 Natural +
$21.95 $22.99
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Benartex Washed Wood Flannel 108in Wide Back 7709WF-14 Gunmetal Black +
$21.95 $22.99
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Benartex Washed Wood Flannel 108in Wide Back 7709WF-72 Espresso Brown +
$21.95 $22.99
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Benartex Washed Wood Flannel 108in Wide Back 7709WF-08 Nickel +
$21.95 $22.99
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Benartex Washed Wood Flannel 108in Wide Back 7709WF-78 +
$21.95 $22.99
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Benartex Harbor Blue Washed Wood Flannel 108in Wide Back 7709WF55
$21.95 $22.99
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Northcott 108" Stonehenge Migration Wide Back B27157-68 Dark Teal +
$18.75 $23.99
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Northcott Silent Lake 108in Wide Back B27252-54 +
$21.99 $23.99
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Robert Kaufman Kona Wide 108" Black K082-1019 +
$15.99 $17.99
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Wilmington 108in Wide Back Turquoise Haze 3066 4557 447 +
$17.99 $19.50
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Wilmington Dry Brush 108" Wide Back 1055-7213-449 Dark Blue +
$17.99 $20.99
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Northcott Universe Constellations 108" Wide Back B2485946 ^ 1 Yard Cut
$19.99 $21.99
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RK Kona Cotton 1339 Snow 784626929326 ^
$8.99 $10.70
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QT 108" Wide Back Tree Dance Branches 1899-30294-K ^
$16.99 $18.99
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Northcott Bliss Ombre Ensemble 108" Wide Back B24345-49 Twlight 1.75 yd ^
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Color Story 108 in Wide Back 193035134298 ^
$14.99 $20.80
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Benartex 108" Wide Back Yellowstone Cowboys Saddle charcoal 114483W11B ^
$19.98 $23.98
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Benartex 108" Wide Back Yellowstone Cowboys Saddle Brown 14483W77B ^
$19.98 $23.98
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Northcott Stonehenge Ombre 108" Wide Back B39433-47 MIdnight 2 yd cut ^
$37.99
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Northcott Stonehenge 108" Wide Back B3937-91 Grey 1 Yard Cut ^
$18.75
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Windham 108in Wide Back White/Multi Paint Splatter 51537-1 3 Yard Cut
$56.97 $74.97
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Windham New Vintage 108in Wide Back 52888DW-1DES Digitally Printed ^
$18.99 $24.99
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QT Spotsy 108" Wide Back 1899-29913 AJ Brown ^
$16.99 $18.99
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QT Spotsy 108" Wide Back 29913 KJ ^
$16.99
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Northcott Patriot Navy Multi Wide Backing 108" B25543-48 ^
$18.75 $21.99
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