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All-In-One Quarter Square Triangle Calculator

Quarter Square Triangles are the secret to so many stunning quilt designs—and they’re easier to make than you think. This step-by-step tutorial walks you through 2-color, 3-color, and 4-color QSTs...

All-In-One Quarter Square Triangle Calculator

Quarter Square Triangles are the secret to so many stunning quilt designs—and they’re easier to make than you think. This step-by-step tutorial walks you through 2-color, 3-color, and 4-color QSTs...

All in one half square triangle calculator, black text on white background.

All-In-One Half Square Triangle Calculator (HST...

Skip the math and get straight to quilting. This all-in-one HST calculator helps you find the most efficient method, cutting sizes, and yardage for any quilt project in seconds.

All-In-One Half Square Triangle Calculator (HST...

Skip the math and get straight to quilting. This all-in-one HST calculator helps you find the most efficient method, cutting sizes, and yardage for any quilt project in seconds.

In black text against white background: Quilt layout, sashing and border calculator.

Quilt Block & Layout Calculator: A Complete Gui...

Tired of quilting math headaches? This powerful quilt block calculator does all the work for you—from fabric yardage to border calculations.

Quilt Block & Layout Calculator: A Complete Gui...

Tired of quilting math headaches? This powerful quilt block calculator does all the work for you—from fabric yardage to border calculations.

In black text against white background: Binding, backing and batting calculator.

The Ultimate Quilt Finishing Calculator: Making...

Stop second-guessing your fabric calculations! This free quilt calculator instantly tells you exactly how much binding, backing, and batting you need for any size quilt—taking the stress out of quilt...

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The Ultimate Quilt Finishing Calculator: Making...

Stop second-guessing your fabric calculations! This free quilt calculator instantly tells you exactly how much binding, backing, and batting you need for any size quilt—taking the stress out of quilt...

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Get to Know Katie

I learned to quilt under my grandma’s feet at the ripe age of four. My first project? Digging through her scraps to make an improv cat quilt. Quilt police? Never heard of her—rules aren’t really my style. I believe in diving in feet first and pushing the limits of sewing and quilting…because why not? And, honestly, that’s what seam rippers are made for!

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