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Sewists: Plan 10–20% More Yardage for Quilting Cotton Apparel Quilting cotton works well for clothing when the pattern wants structure, not drape, think A-line skirts, boxy tops, pinafores, and roomy pajamas. Skip it for anything that needs to hang or hug the body. Prewash and soften every yard first, expect the standard 44–45" width to run short on some patterns, and budget extra fabric accordingly. It is possible to purchase both yardage and swatches to test fabric before committing to a larger amount. TL;DR: Quilting cotton is suitable for structured garments like A-line skirts or …