Originally Posted by pseudoquilter
Here I go again, got the piecing done and the amount of fabric I bought for the backing is lacking! Now I have to do a search and pay top dollar to get the same fabric to match.
What is the rule of thumb when buying fabric--6 yards?
Thanks.
Depends upon the size, but I get 8 yards, because it is Ok to have some left over, and just perhaps I might like an extra border or binding .