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Quilt Binding Calculator

Calculate fabric requirements for quilt binding strips - straight or bias binding

Quilt & Binding Specifications

Quilt Dimensions

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Binding Details

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Typical range: 2-2.5 inches (5-6.4 cm)

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Edge along which you will cut the straps

Binding Requirements

Basic Measurements

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Quilt Perimeter (")
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Total Binding Length (")

Straight Binding Requirements

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Number of Straps
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Fabric Length Needed (")
Calculation Summary
• Quilt dimensions: 0.00 × 0.00 "
• Perimeter: 0.00 "
• Overage added: 10"
• Binding type: Straight (Cross-grain)
• Strap width: 2.25 "

How the Quilt Binding Calculator Works

1. Perimeter Calculation

The binding length is based on your quilt's perimeter: 2 × length + 2 × width

2. Overage Addition

We add 10 inches (25.4 cm) overage for joining binding strips and connecting the ends around your quilt.

3. Binding Types

Straight Binding: Cut along the fabric's grain direction. Easier to cut but less flexible on curves.

Bias Binding: Cut at a 45° angle to the grain. More flexible and arranges better on curved edges.

4. Fabric Requirements

Straight: Number of straps = binding length ÷ fabric width

Bias: Minimum fabric area = binding length × strap width

Example Calculation

Baby Quilt Example

Quilt size: 36" × 48" (baby quilt)

Perimeter: 2 × 36 + 2 × 48 = 168"

With overage: 168" + 10" = 178"

Strap width: 2.25"

Fabric width: 44"

Straight Binding Result

Number of straps: 178" ÷ 44" = 4.05 → 5 straps

Fabric needed: 5 × 2.25" = 11.25"

Total fabric: 11.25" length

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Binding Tips

Choose 2-2.5" strap width for visible 0.25" binding edge

Bias binding works better on curved edges and wears longer

Straight binding is easier to cut and sew for beginners

Use double-fold binding for quilts (single-fold for garments)

Quick Reference

Standard Strap Widths

  • • 2" - Narrow binding
  • • 2.25" - Most common
  • • 2.5" - Wide binding

Fabric Widths

  • • 44-45" - Standard quilting cotton
  • • 42" - Some quilting cottons
  • • 60" - Wide fabric
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