I've had EQ since it started and it has always had problems figuring the yardage. So I figure it myself. Count the number of squares in your borders and then figure how many you can get from a strip, and then you will know how many strips you need. You can also figure about 6 yds for a twin, 8 for a queen, etc. Then divide the yds by how many colors you are using. You can do it!