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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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P&B Suede Wideback 108" SUEW108Z Brown ^
$16.99 $18.00
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Wilmington Prints Charocal Dry Brush 108in Wide Back 7213-999 ^
$16.99 $17.99
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Moda Kansas Troubles Red 108" Wide Back 11023-12 2Yard Cut ^
$31.00 $39.98
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Maywood Studio Beautiful Wide Back 108" Dark Teal MASQB102-QJ ^
$18.99 $21.99
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Quilting Treasures 108" Wide Back Speckles 27173-N Navy ^
$15.99 $18.99
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Northcott Aurora Borealis 108" Wide Back B24703-46 ^
$17.99 $19.99
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P&B Suede Wideback 108" SUEW108N Navy ^
$16.99 $18.00
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P&B Suede Wideback 108" SUEW108HG Hunter Green ^
$16.99 $18.00
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P&B Textiles Sahara Ombra 108" Wide Back Gray SAHA 4593 SS ^
$20.99 $24.99
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P&B Sahara Ombre 108" Wide Back Teal PBSAHA4593-T ^
$20.99 $24.99
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P&B Textiles Ombra 108" Wide Back Blue OMBR4498T
$18.99 $24.99
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Northcott 108 Windswept Stonehenge Ombre B24931-14 ^
$17.99 $22.99
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Northcott Freestyle Dotted Swirls 108" Wide Backing B24868-44 ^
$19.75 $21.99
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Northcott Universe Constellations 108" Wide Back B2485946 ^
$19.99 $21.99
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P&B Matrix 108" Wide Backing Wave Dark Blue MATR 04830DB ^
$19.95 $21.99
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Northcott Stonehenge Gradations 108" Wide Backing Oxidized Earth B39382-66 ^
$18.99 $23.75
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Northcott Whale Song 108" Wide Back Ombre B2498944 ^
$18.69 $20.99
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Northcott Pressed Flowers 108" Wide Back B24652-86 ^
$18.69 $20.99
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QT Origins 108" Wide Back 27951-R Red ^
$19.99 $20.99
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QT Ombre Squares 108 Wide 27485-KJ Charcoal ^
$19.99 $20.99
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QT Fabrics Vertex Weave 108" Wide Back 1899-29687-A Pecan ^
$19.99 $20.99
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Windham 108in Wide Back Wood Planks 53582DW-1 ^
$18.99 $24.99
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Windham 108in Wide Back Spotted Graffiti 53443DW-1DES ^
$18.99 $24.99
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Windham 108 in Wide Back Newsprint 41946-4 ^
$18.99 $24.99
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Windham 108 in Wide Back Overnighted Spotted Graffiti 53442DW-1DES ^
$18.99 $24.99
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Windham 108in Wide Back White Heads In The Clouds 52890W-2DES
$18.99 $24.99
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Northcott Stonehenge Marble 108 Wide Backing- B25051-96 Cool Gray ^
$19.95 $21.99
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Northcott Stonehenge Marble 108 Wide Backing- B25044-67 Prussian ^
$19.95 $21.99
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Northcott Patriot Navy Multi Wide Backing 108" B25543-48 ^
$18.75 $21.99
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QT Spotsy 108" Wide Back 1899-29913 AJ Brown ^
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