Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes, Charm packs, Mini charms or Candies, Turnovers, Fat Quarters, Fat Eighths…what do these mean? Pre-cuts are exactlay what the name sounds like, pre-cut fabric instead of yardage cut from the bolt.
The Sizes
Each available precut has a specific set of dimensions associated to them and they do not change, so it’s easy to understand what is being asked in a given pattern if precuts are being used.
There are different variations of each type of precuts, like blenders, solids, or coordinating prints all from the same collection. Precuts are a great way to get the full range of coordinating prints from a collection, without having to buy a lot of yardage. They’re also an easy way to save time cutting out your projects, and they won’t take up as much space in your sewing room as a stack of fabric cut from the bolt. Plus they are just do darn cute!
Fat Quarter
Fat Quarters are one of the most common precuts used in quilting, and you will find them in most quilt shops. A fat quarter is 1/2 yard of fabric, cut on the fold. So, it’s the same amount of fabric as 1/4 yard, but you get an 18″ x 22″ square. These are great for piecing and smaller projects like makeup bags.
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Cotton Fabric, French Fat Quarter Single, Assorted Prints by Brewer$3.95 -
Product on saleCotton Fabric, Fat Quarter Single, Assorted Prints in Light Colors by Fabric EditionsOriginal price was: $2.95.$1.95Current price is: $1.95.
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Product on saleCotton Fabric, Fat Quarter Single, Assorted Holiday Prints by Fabric EditionsOriginal price was: $3.95.$1.95Current price is: $1.95.
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Quarter Singles, Assorted Novelty Prints by Fabric Editions$1.95
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Quarter Single, Assorted Flannel Prints by Fabric Editions$1.95
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Quarter Single, Assorted Prints in Dark Colors by Fabric Editions$1.95
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Quarter Single, Assorted Solid Color Prints by Fabric Editions$1.95
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Product on saleCotton Fabric, Fat Quarter Single, Scooby-Doo by CamelotOriginal price was: $9.95.$4.95Current price is: $4.95.
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Quarter Single, Assorted Flannel Prints in Blues by Little Feet Boutique$1.95
French Fat Quarter
A French Fat Quarter 19″ x 27″ and is a little bit bigger than a fat quarter. These are great for getting a few more pieces cut out than you would get from a fat quarter.
Fat Eighth
A Fat Eighth is similar to a fat quarter, except it’s 1/4 yard of fabric cut on the fold. These are a great way to get a variety of different fabrics for scrappy quilts and appliques.
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Product on saleCotton Fabric, Fat Eighth Bundle in Winter by TildaOriginal price was: $59.95.$49.95Current price is: $49.95.
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Product on saleFat Eighths (Cotton) Bundle of 8, Sophie Basics By Tilda FabricOriginal price was: $25.99.$22.99Current price is: $22.99.
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Eighth Bundle in Summer by Tilda$49.95
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Eighth Bundle in Autumn by Tilda$49.95
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Eighth Bundle in Spring by Tilda$49.95
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Fat Eighths (Cotton) Bundle of 12, Meadow Basics by Tilda$33.95
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Eighth Bundle in Summer by Tilda$71.95
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Eighth Bundle in Multicolor by Tilda$93.95
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Cotton Fabric, Fat Eighth Bundle in Multicolor by Tilda$49.98
Layer Cake
Layer Cake or Fabric Stack are stacks of precut 10″ squares. These usually contain 40-42 pieces.
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Cotton Fabric, Layer Cake in Multicolor by Tilda$65.95
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Product on saleFabric Squares 10″x10″ Confetti Cottons by Riley BlakeOriginal price was: $47.95.$35.95Current price is: $35.95.
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Fabric Squares 10″x10″ Threads of Grace by Riley Blake$34.95 -
Cotton Fabric, Fabric Stack of 10″ Square in Multicolor by Tilda$65.20
Jelly Rolls
Jelly Rolls are 2 1/2″ x 44″ strips of fabric rolled up into a bundle. These usually contain 30-40 strips.
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Product on saleFabric Roll, Rolie Polie Precut, Confetti Cottons in Pitch Black by Riley BlakeOriginal price was: $39.95.$29.95Current price is: $29.95.
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Fabric Jelly Roll – Summertime in Paris by Fabric Editions$13.99
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Product on saleFabric Roll, Rolie Polie Precut, Confetti Cottons in Bright White by Riley BlakeOriginal price was: $39.95.$29.95Current price is: $29.95.
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Cotton Fabric, Fabric Roll in Multicolor by Tilda$60
Charm Pack
Charm packs are stacks of precut 5″ squares. These usually contain 40-42 pieces as well.
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Cotton Fabric, Charm Pack in Autumn by Tilda$18.95
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Product on saleCotton Fabric, Charm Pack in Summer by TildaOriginal price was: $24.95.$20.95Current price is: $20.95.
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Product on saleStacker, 5″ x 5″ Confetti Cottons (White) for Riley Blake DesignsOriginal price was: $13.95.$12.50Current price is: $12.50.
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Cotton Fabric, Charm Pack in Winter by Tilda$18.95
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Cotton Fabric, Charm Pack in Multicolor by Tilda$80.50
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Charm Pack (Cotton) Camelot Mixology Seas the Day 5″ Pre-cuts 42pcs$19.95
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Charm Pack (Cotton) Camelot Mixology Everyday Chic 5″ Pre-cuts 42pcs$19.95
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Charm Pack (Cotton) Camelot Mixology Dots 5″ Pre-cuts 42pcs$19.95
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Charm Pack (Cotton) Camelot Mixology Neutral Moment 5″ Pre-cuts 42pcs$19.95
Mini Charms
Mini Charms also known as Candies are a miniature version of Charm Packs and Layer cakes. The squares in Mini Charms or Candies are 2 1/2″ and are great for smaller projects like doll quilts or pot holders.
Turnover
Turnovers are a stack of precut triangles, usually cut from 6″ squares. These are great for creating stars, or piecing different blocks using half square triangles.
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