Fabric Yardage Calculator
How much fabric do you need? Pick a garment, your fabric width and quantity for a planning estimate.
Quick reference (58–60 in fabric)
| Garment | Yards per unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| T-shirt | 1.5 yd | knit fabrics, short sleeve |
| Long-sleeve top | 2 yd | knit or woven |
| Blouse / shirt | 2.25 yd | button-down with sleeves |
| Dress (knee length) | 2.75 yd | fitted to A-line |
| Dress (maxi) | 4 yd | full length, more for volume |
| Skirt | 2 yd | knee length; add for pleats/flare |
| Pants / trousers | 2.5 yd | full length |
| Shorts | 1.5 yd | mid-thigh |
| Hoodie / sweatshirt | 2.5 yd | fleece or french terry |
| Jacket (unlined) | 3 yd | add ~1.5 yd for lining |
| Coat (long) | 4.5 yd | plus lining fabric |
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Yardage FAQ
How much fabric do I need for a t-shirt?
About 1.5 yards of 58–60 inch wide knit fabric per adult t-shirt, or roughly 2 yards on narrower 45 inch fabric. Production cutting in bulk uses slightly less per unit.
How much fabric do I need for a dress?
A knee-length dress typically takes 2.5–3 yards of 58–60 inch fabric; maxi and full-volume styles take 4 yards or more.
Does fabric width change how much I need?
Yes — pattern pieces fit differently across the width. Moving from 60 inch to 45 inch fabric increases required length by roughly a third for most garments.
Are these numbers exact?
They are planning estimates for average adult sizes. Actual consumption depends on your pattern, size range, print matching and marker efficiency — always confirm with your pattern layout before bulk ordering.