Answer
How much binding do I need for a quilt?
Add the four sides plus 10 in, divide by 40 in and round up for the number of strips (USU Extension). A queen quilt (90 × 95 in) needs 10 strips at 2½ in: ¾ yard.
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Binding by quilt size
| Quilt | Size (in) | Binding length | Strips | Fabric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crib | 36 × 52 | 186 in | 5 | 3/8 yd |
| Throw (lap) | 50 × 65 | 240 in | 6 | ½ yd |
| Twin | 68 × 86 | 318 in | 8 | 5/8 yd |
| Full | 84 × 90 | 358 in | 9 | 5/8 yd |
| Queen | 90 × 95 | 380 in | 10 | ¾ yd |
| King | 108 × 95 | 416 in | 11 | 7/8 yd |
| California king | 102 × 100 | 414 in | 11 | 7/8 yd |
Strip width
2¼ in strips suit most quilts; 2½ in suits a thicker quilt sandwich (USU Extension). Cut strips across the width of the fabric and join them with diagonal seams.
More questions
How much binding for a throw quilt?
A 50 × 65 in throw takes 6 strips at 2½ in: ½ yard.
Why add 10 in?
For the mitered corners and the join where the two ends meet.
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