SeeMyQuiltQuilt fabric cost calculator
Enter the yardage for the top, backing and binding and the price per yard to see what the fabric will cost.
Materials$142.00
- 9 3/4 yd of fabric: $117.00
- Batting: $25.00
- Thread and longarm quilting are not included
How it is calculated
Add the yardage for the top, the backing and the binding, multiply by the price per yard, and add the batting.
Longarm quilting is usually charged by the square inch, often 2 to 4 cents, so a 60" × 72" quilt costs roughly $85 to $175 to have quilted.
Questions
Why are quilts expensive?
A throw quilt holds around 10 yards of fabric including the backing, plus batting, thread and many hours of work.
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