Fabric notes

Knit fabric

A looped material that is generally stretchier than woven fabric.

Planning and cutting

Check the direction of greatest stretch. A yardage calculator is only an estimate and does not replace a pattern-specific layout.

Before you calculate

  • Measure the usable width after preparation.
  • Check shrinkage, nap, stretch and motif direction.
  • Keep a small test piece and record actual usage.