This inches to yards conversion chart helps quilters, sewists, and crafters quickly convert fabric measurements. Because fabric is commonly measured in yards while patterns sometimes list inches, this chart makes it easy to estimate yardage for quilting, sewing, and craft projects.
Example:
108 inches ÷ 36 = 3 yards
| INCHES | YARDS |
| 12 | 0.33 |
| 18 | 0.50 |
| 24 | 0.67 |
| 36 | 1 |
| 45 | 1.25 |
| 54 | 1.5 |
| 72 | 2 |
| 90 | 2.5 |
| 108 | 3 |
| 144 | 4 |
To convert inches to yards, divide the number of inches by 36. One yard equals 36 inches.
Inches to yards conversions are commonly used when estimating fabric yardage for quilting, sewing, and craft projects. Patterns sometimes list measurements in inches, while fabric is usually purchased by the yard.
Common Quilt Fabric Cuts
| Fabric Cut | Typical Size |
|---|---|
| Fat Eighth | ~9 × 21 inches |
| Fat Quarter | ~18 × 21 inches |
| Half Yard | 18 × 42 inches |
| Full Yard | 36 × 42 inches |
| Half Meter | ~19.5 × 44 inches |
| One Meter | ~39 × 44 inches |
Fabric can be sold in both imperial and metric measurements depending on the country. In Canada, fabric is commonly sold by the meter, while quilting patterns often reference yards. A half meter of fabric is slightly larger than a half yard.
EXAMPLE
1 meter ≈ 39 inches
½ meter ≈ 19.5 inches