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    Old 12-30-2013, 12:12 PM
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    I would like to make a queen size rag quilt using my 8.5 go cutter rag die. Does anyone have any idea how much fabric I need to buy?
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    Old 12-30-2013, 12:28 PM
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    it depends on how many layers you plan to use. I would figure about 6 yds per layer. That is two lengths of the quilt (108")
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    Calculate the number of finished squares needed to get the size quilt you want. Then figure the yardage needed for that number of 9--10 " squares of fabric. You'll get 4 squares per WOF if you use efficient placement of the fabric on the die. And determine how much waste you'll have between rows of WOF.
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    Old 01-23-2014, 02:48 PM
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    Thank you Sue.
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