Ever wonder what a Fat Quarter is? Well, if you are not a quilter you might think it is a plump coin for your pocket.
But no, it is not a new measure of $$.
It is a piece of fabric that measures 18″ x 22″.
Fabric stack from Fabricworm.com
From this piece of fabric that is much that can be created!!
Did you know that from just one fat quarter you can create….
- 6 6 1/2″ squares
- 9 6″ squares
- 12″ 5″ squares
- 16 4.5″ squares
- 20 4″ squares
- 30 3.5″ squares
- 42 3″ squares
- 56 2.5″ squares
- 99 2″ squares (now that is a lot of squares!)
Fat quarters are also a great way to try out some new fabrics from some of your favorite designers. Many stores (both on-line and brick & mortar) sell quarter bundles. They are great for people like me who have commitment issues to fabric.
I did some digging and found some really cute patterns on-line made specifically for fat quarters. Here are a few of my faves!
- Annika Market Bag by Hemma Design Pattern on Etsy
- Matryoshka Doll by Little Bird Lane LLC on Etsy
- Sewing Accessories Pattern 4476 by Butterick
- Little Flower Petal Flower Bib by Voknitting Shop on Etsy
- Stepping Star Quilt by Stepping Star on Etsy
- Zippered Pouches by SMCNY on Etsy
- Kaleidoscope by Cluck, Cluck, Sew on Etsy
- Annie Lee Pillowcase Dress by Viola Lee Patterns on Etsy
Honestly, there are so many options out on the market – the possibilities are endless!
A special Thank You to Robert from my ASG group for sharing this fun fat quarter chart! You inspired me!
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Cool! I did not know what a fat quarter is until now. Thanks for posting lady!
Yeah, if you are not a quilter, fat quarter is not in your standard cutting request at the fabric store. Love learning new things!
Just stopped by to let you know that I featured your sweater kitty on my round tuit post this week!
Round Tuit 92
Thanks again for linking up! Hope you have a great week!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
Great post Heather
What an intriguing post title! I knew it couldn’t be money, for our money is getting slimmer, not fatter!
I’m not a quilter, but I enjoyed this post. I hope you’ll stop in sometime at Cranberry Morning.
I’ve seen fat quarters sold at the craft store and bought them for collage projects. You’ve found a really great collection of things you can do with them! Thanks for sharing at A Crafty Soiree!
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I love fat quarters! They give me a chance to be creative on a very limited budget and still use the prettiest fabrics I can get my hands on!
Another use that wasn’t mentioned: They are almost exactly the right size to make placemats, if you add a layer of batting and finish the edges. Great way to freshen up the table each season.
Love that idea Eddie! Thanks so much for sharing.