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Backing for a twin quilt

A typical twin quilt is 70" x 90". Its back needs to be 78" x 98": 5 1/2 yd of 42" fabric as 2 panels 98" long seamed lengthwise, or 2 3/4 yd of 108" wide backing. Change the size below if yours is different.

42" quilting cotton

5 1/2 yd

2 panels 98" long, seamed lengthwise, for a 78" x 98" back

108" wide backing

2 3/4 yd

one piece, no seams

Batting

78" x 98"

4" extra on every side