katier825

I've noticed that as time goes on, fabrics are not often 44"/45" wide anymore. Many of the fabrics I buy (major brands from LQS) are now about 40"/42" wide - not to mention what you lose with even wider selvedges than ever. I have not seen any recent patterns that reflect these changes and wonder when (if) the pattern makers will take this into consideration. It's not usually a problem for me as I always buy more than I need for a project to allow for shrinkage and just in case I need a bit more. I'm sure the people that are new to quilting are not going to realize this though.

Do you think the pattern makers will catch up with the fabric industry and start adjusting their patterns accordingly?

alikat110

Interesting topic

ljfox

I noticed this too. It can make a big difference in yardage requirements.

Deb watkins

When I figure out my fabric requirements for any project, I base my measurements on the wof being 40"...it just works for me.

alikat110

Interesting topic

Shelley

I've always used the 40" amount when figuring fabric. Now, if they go back to 36", I'll be worried...

DebraK

ditto

susie-susie-susie

I try to buy more than is called for to allow for mistakes in cutting. Then I can add to my stash if it isn't needed. Better to have too much than to be short a few inches. Ask me how I know that!!
Sue

leatheflea

ditto

ghostrider

Yup, me too...WOF is 40" in my world, always has been (makes the math easier :lol: ).