Thread: How do I figure yardage?
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Old 09-14-2016, 08:15 AM
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Evie
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On the several quilts I've actually "designed", and using graph paper, I start by calculating the pieces in each block then multiply by the number of blocks. For simple two-color nine-patches using 2-1/2" cut squares, five dark and four light. Dark = 5 x 2.5" = 12.5" x 2.5" strip x number of blocks. Light = 10" x 2.5" strip x number of blocks. I always add up to the next (at least) quarter yard. Sashing and cornerstones are calculated the same way. Borders and binding calculated separately in the same manner.

But this is my way and not shared with anyone else!
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