SeeMyQuiltLayer cake calculator
Layer cake squares are 10" and finish at 9 1/2". Enter the quilt size to see how many squares and packs you need.
You need1 layer cake
- 42 squares, 6 across by 7 down
- Finished size 57" × 66 1/2"
Layer cakes for standard quilt sizes
| Quilt | Layout | Squares | Packs of 42 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby | 4 × 5 | 20 | 1 |
| Crib | 5 × 6 | 30 | 1 |
| Lap | 5 × 6 | 30 | 1 |
| Throw | 6 × 8 | 48 | 2 |
| Twin | 8 × 10 | 80 | 2 |
| Full | 9 × 10 | 90 | 3 |
| Queen | 10 × 10 | 100 | 3 |
| King | 11 × 11 | 121 | 3 |
How it is calculated
A 10" square sewn whole into a quilt finishes at 9 1/2". Divide the quilt width and length by 9 1/2" to get the layout.
One layer cake of 42 squares, set 6 by 7, makes a 57" × 66 1/2" throw.
Questions
Can I cut a layer cake into charm squares?
Yes. Each 10" square cuts into four 5" squares, so one layer cake equals four charm packs.
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