Sew Measure

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Cut Layout and Yardage Planner

Arrange repeated rectangular pieces and estimate how much fabric to buy.

Your measurements

Use one unit for every dimension in this form.

Use the usable width stated by the seller.

Enter the cut width, including allowances.

Enter the cut height, including allowances.

How many identical pieces you need.

Amount kept clear along each selvage edge.

Enter zero for a solid or non-matched fabric.

Permit a 90-degree turn when the fabric allows it.

Select for nap, one-way prints, or directional grain.

Optional percentage added before cutting waste.

Optional percentage for layout and cutting waste.

Cut layout planner result

Fabric to buy
0.750 yd
Estimated layout length
24.00 in
Rows
2
Pieces
4
Estimated straight cuts
6
Utilization
88.9%
Recommended cut layoutA scaled planning diagram. Use the matching text result and cut list for exact dimensions.piece 1piece 2piece 3piece 4
Recommended cut layout. The drawing is scaled for comparison; written dimensions control.

Printable cut list

  • piece 1: 20.00 in × 12.00 in
  • piece 2: 20.00 in × 12.00 in
  • piece 3: 20.00 in × 12.00 in
  • piece 4: 20.00 in × 12.00 in

Formula

Pieces are placed on deterministic rows, then repeat, shrinkage, waste, and shop increment rules are applied in that order.

Assumptions

  • Every piece is rectangular.
  • Rotation is used only when selected and the fabric is not directional.

When a tested commercial pattern gives different cutting dimensions or layout instructions, follow that pattern.

Worked example

  • 45 in fabric
  • Four 20 × 12 in pieces

The planner arranges the four pieces into labeled rows and rounds the purchase quantity to one-eighth yard.

Verification note

Compare the printed cut list with every physical pattern piece before buying or cutting fabric.

Learn and verify