Stitch Math Tools

Quilt Binding Calculator

Enter the quilt size and binding cut width. The calculator adds extra length for joins and corners, then shows the number of strips to cut.

Quilt width Quilt length Binding cut width Usable fabric width Extra length

Binding cut list

Binding length

290.4"

Strips

Cut width

2.5"

Yardage

0.49 yd

Round up when buying fabric. Directional prints and bias binding can need a different cut plan.

Binding formula

Binding length is the quilt perimeter plus extra length for joins and corners. Strip count is the binding length divided by usable fabric width, rounded up.