Yardage Charts

Bedding Yardage

Fabric for bedding is often overlooked because of a lack of variety or because of the expense associated with department store prices. However, at J&O Fabrics' online fabric store we carry an extensive selection of fabrics that are appropriate for bedding. These are designer fabrics at discount prices that are ideal for bedspreads, pillow covers, sheets, blankets, duvets, dust ruffles and so on.
With the following charts J&O offers some estimates on how many yards you may need for specific bedding projects. These charts are not intended to exhaustively treat every possible bedding project, but rather to give approximate yardages for some of the most common. Furthermore, as these charts are guidelines and not definitive statements, they do not eliminate the need for you to make exact measurements before purchasing fabric. Some members of our staff have over 40 years experience in the fabric industry, so if these charts do not satisfactorily clarify your questions feel free to send us your inquiries to info@jandofabrics.com.

Bedspreads

Bedspreads cover the entire bed by folding over the bed pillows and hanging all the way to the floor on a standard bed. Standard beds have a drop of 21" from the top of the bed to the floor and 14" from the top of the box spring to the floor. If a bed is higher than a standard, a longer dust ruffle can be added to finish the look of the ensemble. Bedspreads tend to be not quite as thick and fluffy as comforters.

Throw Style Bedspread

Semi-fitted Style Bedspread

Mattress Edge Fitted Bedspread

Gathered Skirt

Recommended Bedspread Fabric:

• Chenille Upholstery
• Novelty Fabric
• Decorative Fabric

Coverlets

Coverlets are similar to comforters in that they cover the top of the bed only. Coverlets do not cover the bed pillows and do not hang to the floor, most often they are used in conjunction with a dust ruffle and shams. Lightweight like a quilt, coverlets are used in warm climates in the summer usually instead of a comforter or bedspread.

Throw Style Coverlet

Semi-fitted Style Coverlet

Fitted at Mattress Edge Style Coverlet

Recommended Coverlet Fabric:

• Chenille Upholstery
• Novelty Fabric
• Decorative Fabric

Quilted Comforters

Comforters cover the mattress, but not the box spring. Comforters are fluffier, 'heavier and warmer than bedspreads or coverlets because the top and bottom fabrics are quilted together with batting in the middle. Most often, a comforter is used with a dust ruffle to decoratively cover the box spring and hang to the floor. Since a comforter is not long enough to cover the bed pillows, many people use shams.

Duvet covers are used to decorate and protect down filled comforters and blankets. They work like giant pillow cases and usually have a button or tie enclosure at one end.

Pillow Shams

Shams are decorative pillow covers. Usually ruffled or flanged, shams are used as extra pillows on beds to hide the bed pillows and coordinate with the outer bed covering such as bedspreads or comforters.
Pillows that are described as flanged include a decorative band of fabric around the pillow that is straighter, or more tailored, than a ruffled pillow.

Boxed Pillow Sham

Envelope Style

Flanged Style

Pillow Sham with Ruffles

Pillow Sham with Welting or Trim

Dust Ruffles

A dust ruffle, or bed skirt, is used when the box spring of the bed is visible or when the top of the bed cover, like a bedspread or comforter, does not extend all the way to the floor. Dust ruffles fit under the mattress and on top of the box spring and reach the floor. Typical beds need a 14" dust ruffle, but higher beds could require an 18" or 22" dust ruffle. Many four-poster beds require a 22" dust ruffle. To measure for a dust ruffle, measure from the top of the box spring to the floor. If a bed measures 17" for a dust ruffle, an 18" dust ruffle can be pinned to fit exactly. Most dust ruffles are either ruffled or tailored.

Box Pleated Style

Fitted Gathered Style

Tailored Style

The term drop usually refers to the distance from the top of the bed to the floor or the distance from the top of the box spring to the floor. The drop measurement is important when considering a bedspread to ensure that it reaches the floor. Standard drop from the top of the bed to the floor is 21". The drop measurement is also important for comforters and coverlets when choosing a dust ruffle. The drop on the dust ruffle is measured from the top of the box spring to the floor. bStandard drop on a dust ruffle is 14" and most comforter sets include a dust ruffle with a 14" drop. If the drop on a bed is higher than 14", then a longer dust ruffle can be layered underneath to drop all the way to the floor.
Shirred refers to fabric which is gathered to make decorative folds.
A box pleat refers to two folds of fabric brought together to form a pleat.

Headboards

A headboard is a vertical board or panel forming the head of a bedstead. Heavier upholstery fabrics such as chenille and tweed can be used to cover headboards. Tapestry fabric can also be used for this purpose.
The amounts above are for the front side of the headboard. To upholster both side simply double the yardage. The yardage amount is based on solid, 54" wide fabric. Extra yardage may be required to match patterns.

Standard Bedding Sizes

The following standard bedding sizes are intended to expedite the process of measuring by giving you the approximate dimensions of most bedding. Actual sizes may vary, so this guide does not eliminate the need to take measurements of your bedding before purchasing fabric.

How to Measure for Bedding

To avoid the pitfalls of purchasing too little or too much fabric, the following guide indicates the measurements you will need to take to get your bedding project started off right.

You will need to measure:

• The width of the mattress
• The length of the mattress
• The drop from the top of the mattress to the floor
• The drop from the top of the box spring to the floor
• The drop from the mattress to the top of the box spring

These measurements will allow you to determine more exactly how many yards of fabric are required for your bedding project.

Yardage Chart for Draperies

An important part of any decorative project is the drapery fabric you choose. Beyond simply selecting the right print and coordinating colors, decorating with drapery fabrics also entails purchasing the correct yardage. Failure to do so can stunt a project before it gets off the ground.

With the following charts J&O offers some estimates on how many yards you may need for specific window treatments. These charts are not intended to exhaustively treat every possible drapery project, but rather to give approximate yardages for some of the most common. Furthermore, as these charts are guidelines and not definitive statements, they do not eliminate the need for you to make exact measurements before purchasing fabric. Some members of our staff have over 40 years experience in the retail fabric industry, so if these charts do not satisfactorily clarify your questions feel free to send us your inquiries to info@jandofabrics.com.

Balloon Shades

What are balloon shades? Balloon shades, like Roman shades, are composed of a fabric body that gathers up to the top of a window to create soft, billowing folds.

Soft, lightweight fabrics should be chosen for balloon shades. Balloon shades should also be lined with a light material, but not with interlining. Balloon shades are intended to be light and airy.

Roman Shades

There are two types of Roman shades: classic and flat. Classic Roman shades have overlapping folds when lowered, while flat Roman shades have no folds when lowered. Roman shades should be made out of full bodied fabric.

Swags and Cascades

A swag is a one-piece valance which is cut longer on either end so that it frames the entire top half of the window. Swags are usually hung over rods.
Swags should be done out of fabric that has body but is soft. Anything too crisp or stiff, such as chintz, is not a good choice.
Cascades are folded pieces of fabric that fall from the top of the drapery heading to create a zigzag effect.

Drapery Panels

Table Skirts and Shower Curtains

Recommended Drapery Fabric:

• Drapery Lining
• Chenille

Standard Tablecloth and Napkin Sizes

The following standard tablecloth and napkin sizes are intended to expedite your fabric projects by giving you the approximate dimensions of most tablecloths and napkins. Actual sizes may vary, so this guide does not eliminate the need to take measurements of your tables before purchasing fabric.

The total diameter refers to the table diameter plus a 2" drop all around.

Recommended Tablecloth and Napkin Fabric:

• Decorative Fabric
• Novelty Fabric

How to Measure Your Windows

To avoid the pitfalls of purchasing too little or too much fabric, the following guide indicates the measurements you will need to take to get your window treatment project started off right.

You will need to measure:

• The window width including the frame
• The length from the top of the frame to the top of the sill
• Inside width
• Inside length
• The distance from top the of the frame to the ceiling
• The distance from the bottom of the apron* to the floor
• The distance from the right side of the frame to the wall
• The distance from the left side of the frame to the wall
• The length from the top of the frame to the floor
• The length from the ceiling to the floor
• The width of the frame

These measurements will allow you to determine more exactly how many yards of fabric are required for your window treatment project.

*The apron is the decorative molding beneath the window sill.

Yardage Chart for Garments

Figuring out your dress or suit size can sometimes feel like trying to decipher an algebraic equation. J&O Fabrics recognizes the need for a simpler way of determining your dress or suit size. Therefore, we are providing you with the following charts to help you figure out what size you are. In addition to the size charts, we also provide some suggestions on how to measure yourself to get the best possible fit with the fabric you purchase.

With the following charts J&O offers some estimates on how many yards you may need for specific dress projects for men and women. These charts are not intended to exhaustively treat every possible garment you can make, but rather to give approximate yardages for some of the most common. Furthermore, as these charts are guidelines and not definitive statements, they do not eliminate the need for you to make exact measurements before purchasing fabric. Another point to consider is that sizes may vary from country to country.
Some members of our staff have over 40 years experience in the retail fabric industry, so if these charts do not satisfactorily clarify your questions feel free to send your inquiries to info@jandofabrics.com.

Recommended Garment Fabric:

• Denim Fabric
• Dress Fabric
• Linen Decorative Fabric
• Wool Fabric

Size Chart for Women's Garments

Measuring for Women's Garments

Size Chart for Men's Suits

Your suit size is based on your chest and height measurements. For example, if your chest measures 44" you would wear a size 44 suit. How tall you are will determine whether you need a Short (S), Regular (R), or a Long (L) suit. These measurements are for reference only. Allow a difference for actual suit measurements.

Measuring for Men's Garments

Yardage Chart for Quilts

During the High Middle Ages a fabric was commissioned to chronicle one of the most important events of those times: the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The famous Bayeux Tapestry is a 270 foot long embroidered cloth depicting this event as well as other chapters of the Norman conquest of England. Although few today would undertake such an ambitious task, even a novice quilter can begin to tell their stories in fabric.

The intriguing story of the Bayeux Tapestry shows that quilting can be a wonderful means of telling fascinating stories. With a bit of imagination you can also begin to quilt wonderful stories in fabric that you can share with your family and friends.

With the following charts J&O offers some estimates on how many yards you may need for specific quilting projects. These charts are not intended to exhaustively treat every possible quilting project, but rather to give approximate yardages for some of the most common. Furthermore, as these charts are guidelines and not definitive statements, they do not eliminate the need for you to make exact measurements and plan ahead before purchasing fabric. Some members of our staff have over 40 years experience in the retail fabric industry, so if these charts do not satisfactorily clarify your questions feel free to send your inquiries to info@jandofabrics.com.

Recommended Tablecloth and Napkin Fabric:

• Quilted Fabric
• Novelty Fabric

Getting Started

Before you begin work on your quilt there are some factors to consider. Good planning avoids costly miscalculations, especially those of buying too much or too little fabric. Some of the things to determine before setting to work are the following:

• The size the quilt is going to be.
• Whether or not it will drop down the sides of the bed, and if so, how far.
• If it will be tucked under the pillows
• The size of each block within the quilt
• The layout of the blocks
• The width of the fabric you are going to use
• Whether or not you will sash between the rows and the blocks

Approximate Sizes for Standard Quilts

Calculating Fractions for Quilts

To further assist you in your quilting project, the following chart indicates how you can calculate yardage fractions on a standard calculator.

• 1/8 of a yard = 4 1/2 inches
• 1/4 of a yard = 9 inches
• 3/8 of a yard = 13 1/2 inches
• 1/2 of a yard = 18 inches
• 5/8 of a yard = 22 1/2 inches
• 3/4 of a yard = 27 inches
• 7/8 of a yard = 31 1/2 inches
• 1 yard = 36 inches

Common Quilting Patterns

Nine Patch Quilt

Four Patch Quilt

Five Patch Quilt

Seven Patch Quilt

Over time, certain styles of quilt received particular names. In 1934, the American author Carl Carmer published a list with quilt names. Some of the names are taken from Biblical episodes, while the back stories of others are now lost. Examples of most of these types of quilts can be found by doing a quick search over the Internet. You may be inspired to try and make your own version of one of these quilts, or perhaps you'll get some ideas on how to make a story of your own.

How Many Squares do You Need to Make a Quilt?

How Many Squares can You Cut from 45" Wide Fabric?

(42" usable width)

How Many Strips can You Cut from 45" Wide Fabric?

(42" usable width)

Quilt Backing Yardage Requirements

(estimates based on 45" wide fabric)

To use the following chart take the length of your quilt, double it and add 18" to the sum. These measurements will allow you to determine how many yards you will need to back your quilt. The extra half yard (18") that is factored in to the following measurements allows for shrinkage and uneven cutting. This guide does not eliminate the need to take measurements of your quilt before purchasing fabric for the backing.

Quilt Binding Requirements

(based on 45" inch wide fabric)

How to Care for Your Quilt

Caring for a quilt continues long after the last stitch has been put in place. To preserve your work it is very important to care for your quilt. Therefore, let's consider some things you should do and some things you must avoid in order to keep your quilt in the best possible shape.
You should avoid storing your quilt in plastic bags or near heat sources. Also, do not store your quilt in an attic, basement or garage.

The best way to store your quilt would be to place it in a bed sheet or pillow case. Muslin bags and muslin covered tubes are also ideal ways of storing your quilt. Every so often, allow your quilt to air outside out of direct sunlight. Refold your quilt once a month or so to prevent permanent creases.
If your quilt is washable, do so only in cold water with gentle soap or hair shampoo. To dry your quilt, lay it flat over a white towel on a flat surface. Never hang your quilt to dry or put it in a dryer.

Upholstery Yardage

Reupholstering your furniture can be a daunting task. Especially when it comes to purchasing the right yardage. That is why we at J&O Fabrics have compiled a basic chart to help you determine how many yards you will need for your upholstery projects. These charts are intended to assist our customers in their projects by helping them avoid the expenses of purchasing too few or too many yards of fabric.

With the following charts J&O offers some estimates on how many yards you may need for specific upholstering projects. These charts are not intended to exhaustively treat every possible upholstery situation, but rather to give approximate yardages for some of the most common. Furthermore, as these charts are guidelines and not definitive statements, they do not eliminate the need for you to make exact measurements before purchasing fabric nor do they factor in many of the variables you may encounter during your project. Nevertheless, some members of our staff have over 40 years experience in the fabric industry, so if these charts do not satisfactorily clarify your questions feel free to send us your inquiries to info@jandofabrics.com.

Upholstery Yardage Estimator

Upholstered Cushions

Upholstered Pillows

(with self welt)

Slipcovers for Upholstered Furniture

Slipcovers are fitted protective covers made of fabric that may be slipped on and off of upholstered furniture. Slipcovers can fit loosely or snuggly depending on your taste.

How to Measure for Slipcovers

Size & Fit for Standard Chair, Loveseat and Sofa Slipcovers (Regular Seat Cushions)
	Chair	Oversized Chair	Loveseat	Sofa
Step 1: Measure furniture outside arm to outside arm.	32 - 43"	48 - 55"	58 - 73"	74 - 96"
Step 2: Measure the maximum seat cushion width from the outside front of the furniture.	34" MAX	36" MAX	59" MAX	86" MAX
Step 3: Measure the maximum seat cushion depth from the back of the seat cushion to the front of the seat.	28" MAX	28" MAX	28" MAX	28" MAX
Step 4: Measure the maximum body width from the outside edge of the right arm, around the back of furniture to the outside edge of the left arm.	116" MAX	134" MAX	140" MAX	168" MAX
Step 5: Measure the contour length from the back of the seat cushion, going over the top of the furniture back and down to the floor.	64" MAX	70" MAX	64" MAX	64" MAX

Some Reminders

• Yardage amounts are based on solid, 54" wide upholstery fabric. Extra yardage may be required to match patterns.
• If you are using printed fabric add 25% to the yardage.
• J&O Fabrics offers this information to accommodate our customers. We are not responsible for discrepancies in yardage.

Drapery Styles

Are you at a loss as to what you can do with your windows? The seemingly endless window treatment possibilities can be overwhelming. However, it doesn't have to be that way. The following images are meant to give you some ideas that you can consider when trying to decide how to decorate your windows.

Balloon and Roman Shades

Balloon shades, like Roman shades, are composed of a fabric body that gathers up to the top of a window to create soft, billowing folds. Soft, lightweight fabrics should be chosen for balloon shades. Balloon shades should also be lined with a light material, but not with interlining. Balloon shades are intended to be light and airy.

There are two types of Roman shades: classic and flat. Classic Roman shades have overlapping folds when lowered, while flat Roman shades have no folds when lowered. Roman shades should be made out of full bodied fabric. As you will be able to see with the following examples, there is some variety among the two types of Roman shades.

Shades - Balloon

Balloon Royale Shade

Gathered Balloon Shade

London Shade

Pleated Balloon Shade

Smocked Balloon Shade

Shades - Flat Roman

Back Slat Roman Shade

Casual Roman Shade with Tails

Center Pleat Roman Shade

Double Tuck Roman Shade

Flat Roman Shade

Front Slat Roman Shade

Relaxed Roman Shade

Shades - Shirred and Folded

Austrian Shade

Deco Fold Shade

Valances - Board Mounted

Valances are short draperies that hang along the top part of a window, with or without a curtain underneath. It can also be made of wood or metal that is painted or covered with fabric. Valances are meant to cover the top of the window as well as the supporting hardware. Valances are typically no longer than 20".

Austrian Swag Valance

Box Pleated Tapered Valance

Button Backed Valance

Empire Pole Mounted Valance

Empire Valance

Empire Valance with Knots

Inverted Box Pleated Valance

Kick Pleated Valance

Kingston Valance

Murphy Valance

Pleated Balloon Valance

Queen Anne Valance

Sheffield Valance

Soft Valance with Pleats

Stagecoach Valance

Victory Swag Valance

Valances - Rod Pocket

Pouf Valance

Rod Pocket Balloon Valance

Rod Pocket Valance

Rod Sleeve Valance

Serpentine Rod Pocket Valance

Tapered Rod Pocket Valance

Valances - Pleated

Butterfly Pleated Valance

Cartridge Pleated Valance

Goblet Pleated Valance

Pinch Pleated Valance

Valances - Tab Top

Gathered Tab Top Valance

Tab Top Valance

Tie Tab Top Valance

Swags

A swag is a one-piece valance which is cut longer on either end so that it frames the entire top half of the window. Swags are usually hung over rods. Swags should be done out of fabric that has body but is soft. Anything too crisp or stiff, such as chintz, is not a good choice.

Asymmetrical Swag

Bustle Swag Drapes

Classic Swag

Pole Swag

Monaco Pole Swag

Draperies

Rod Pocket Top & Bottom Drapery

Hourglass Drapery

Rod Pocket Drapery

Pinch Pleated Drapery

Inverted Pinch Pleated Drapery

Fan Pleated Drapery

Goblet Pleated Drapery

Butterfly Pleated Drapery

Cartridge Pleated Drapery

Tab Top Drapery

Button Tab Top Drapery

Gathered Tab Top Drapery