Quilt Binding Calculator
Calculate exactly how much binding you need for your quilt. Get strip cutting instructions and fabric yardage requirements.
Calculate Your Binding
Standard 10" added for corner fullness and joining ends
Continuous Bias Binding Calculator
Bias binding stretches around curves beautifully. This method creates long continuous strips from a square of fabric.
(from calculator above or enter your length)
Binding Application Guide
📏 Straight-Grain Binding
Pros:
- Less fabric waste
- Easier to cut
- Good for straight edges
Cons:
- Less stretch
- Can ripple on curves
↗️ Bias Binding
Pros:
- Stretches around curves
- Lays flat on curves
- Professional finish
Cons:
- Uses more fabric
- Takes longer to cut
💡 Pro Tips:
- • Start binding in the middle of a side, not at a corner
- • Leave 8-10" tail at start for joining ends
- • Use binding clips instead of pins (no holes!)
- • Fold and press binding in half before attaching
- • Machine sew to front, hand stitch to back for invisible finish
Common Quilt Binding Requirements
| Quilt Size | Dimensions | Binding Length | Fabric Needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby | 36" × 52" | 186" | 5/8 yard |
| Throw | 50" × 65" | 240" | 3/4 yard |
| Twin | 66" × 90" | 322" | 7/8 yard |
| Full/Double | 81" × 96" | 364" | 1 yard |
| Queen | 90" × 108" | 406" | 1 1/8 yards |
| King | 108" × 108" | 442" | 1 1/4 yards |
*Based on 2.5" binding strips. Always buy extra for seam joining and mistakes.