THE MAKER'S MEASUREMENT DESK
Make the back
fit the quilt.
Plan backing panels and binding in a few inputs. The cutting math stays visible, so you can check it before heading to the fabric shop.
Plan my fabric ↘EST. 2026
01 / BACKING PLAN
How much backing fabric?
Enter finished top dimensions. All measurements are in inches.
YOUR CUT PLAN
Your plan will appear here.
Adjust the inputs to match the bolt on your shelf.A NOTE ON THE MATH
Show your work.
Backing width and length include your requested overhang on all four edges. The calculator tests vertical and horizontal panel layouts, includes seam allowances, rounds cuts to a practical eighth inch and converts total length into yards. Binding is estimated from the quilt perimeter, strip width and usable cut length.
Planning estimate only. Check the fabric's actual usable width, pattern direction, shrinkage and your preferred overhang before buying. It does not account for directional prints or pattern matching.