Inches to Yards for Fabric: Quick Reference
Convert fabric lengths from inches to decimal yards and common fractional-yard purchase quantities.
Divide inches by 36
Convert inches to yards by dividing by 36. For example, 72 inches is 2 yards and 45 inches is 1.25 yards.
Round purchases upward
When the exact value falls between the increments sold by a fabric shop, buy the next available increment unless your project specification explicitly allows less.
Last reviewed: 2026-08-23. Measurements and construction practices vary; verify project-specific requirements before cutting expensive fabric.