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variety of prints and patterns in a single bundle. This makes it easier to create patchwork quilts with intricate designs and different colour schemes. Fat quarters are larger than a standard quarter cut, so they can be used to cut larger shapes. I don’t know about you, but when it comes to pre-cuts in fabric, or sizes of just regular cuts, my brain goes to mush. I can’t remember. For the tech-lovers in your life this is a great stash-busting, scrap-using project to help clear out your hoards of fab fat quarters. Emily’s tutorial breaks this project up into simple, easy to follow steps that will have you completing your project in no time! Usually, a fat quarter measures 18 inches x 22 inches if it has been cut by the yard, or 50 cm x 55 cm if cut by the meter.

Cash in those fat quarters for a chic coin purse - a perfect make to store away loose change. This half moon coin purse by Susan and Laura of Sew Modern Bags is super easy to switch up to fit your favourite complimenting fabrics for outer and lining. 18. Simple storage solution A fat quarter is a quarter-yard of fabric that has been cut to yield a larger piece than a traditional quarter-yard. Sew two seams along the marked line, with a ¼ seam from the line. Press to set the seams, but do not flip.Well- a FAT quarter of fabric means that you are getting the same amount of fabric…but it’s in a square shape instead of a long strip.

Cutting: Lay your fabric so that you have the straight selvedge edge to the left-hand side. Place your ruler at the top of your fabric and position it so that it is at right angles to your selvedge and cut. Measure down 18” and cut again, parallel to the initial cut. Finally measure 22” from the selvedge edge to the right-hand side, place your ruler so that its at right angles to your cut edges at the top and bottom and cut. A fat eighth is a fat quarter that is cut in half. The measurement of your fat eighth will depend on whether it was cut lengthwise or crosswise. The selvage of the fat quarter is at the bottom, while the selvage of a regular quarter will be on both short ends How many fat quarters in a yard? Quilters can place various colors and patterns next to each other to compare tones and how well they work together when the fat quarters are precut. It is far more awkward to try and haul down a few bolts of fabric and compare them. For this reason, popular quilting fabric is pre-cut into fat quarters by staff at fabric shops to make it easy for quilters to select their fabric.

17. Half moon coin purse

I usually hold up my hands and think to myself– what is a fat quarter again? – it’s about that size. Right? You, I am sure, remember them much better than I. Fat quarters are a popular choice for quilters because they offer more flexibility and variety in their fabric selection. Fat quarters allow for a wider range of fabric designs and colours to be included in a project without having to buy larger amounts of each fabric. Additionally, fat quarters can be easily stored and organised, making them a convenient choice for quilters. A standard size for an American fat quarter is usually 18″ x 22″ / 45cm x 55cm while the fat quarter dimensions of a Canadian fat quarter are 19.7″ x 22″ / 49cm x 55cm. How Many Fat Quarters In A Yard Of Fabric? Save on the plastic wrap, and make one of these fabric bowl covers from the fabulous Patti at Hearth and Vine - a super stylish and sustainable alternative. This is a great make to use up the whole fat quarter with little waste. It’s ideal for summer BBQs and outdoor picnics to keep your food fresh and away from the pesky bugs!

Now these are minimum numbers as they do not consider selvages which may need to be removed and designs that maybe don’t use the full fat quarter in a certain color. Always be generous when you buy as you can always use the small pieces left over for other projects like quilted cushion covers or crib covers.

What is a quarter of fabric?

Fat quarters are used by quilters as they need to cut various size squares, depending on the design they have chosen. Quilter prefer fat quarters as they give them more alternatives than the regular quarter with its narrow width. Jane is the Editor of SewingFromHome.com and has over two decades of experience sewing, knitting and embroidering. She runs a small teaching business in her native Kansas and is passionate about helping her students learn a variety of crafting skills. Buying fat quarters is a great way to try fabrics from different fabric manufacturers or to buy different patterns, but they can end up being a more expensive way of expanding your fabric collection for quilting projects.