Understanding Pre-Cuts: Which Ones Work Best for Your Project
If you’re new to quilting—or simply looking for a way to save time—pre-cuts are a game-changer. Instead of cutting every piece of fabric yourself, pre-cuts come in neatly packaged, coordinated bundles ready to go. But with so many different types available, how do you know which pre-cut works best for your project? Let’s break it down!
Fat Quarters
- Size: 18" x 22"
- Perfect for: Quilts, small bags, appliqué, and scrappy projects.
- Why you’ll love them: Fat quarters give you more versatility than a standard quarter-yard cut and are great for mixing and matching in sampler quilts.
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Charm Packs
- Size: 5" squares
- Perfect for: Baby quilts, table runners, or any patchwork project.
- Why you’ll love them: Charm packs are ideal for quick, coordinated projects—you don’t even need to cut before you start sewing!
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Jelly Rolls
- Size: 2.5" x width-of-fabric strips
- Perfect for: Strip quilts, log cabin blocks, and borders.
- Why you’ll love them: Jelly rolls cut down prep time dramatically, making them a favorite for fast quilts with lots of movement and design.
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Layer Cakes
- Size: 10" squares
- Perfect for: Larger patchwork blocks, half-square triangles, and quick quilts.
- Why you’ll love them: They’re versatile enough for both beginners and advanced quilters, and you can cut them into smaller pre-cuts if needed.
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Mini Charms
- Size: 2.5" squares
- Perfect for: Mug rugs, mini quilts, and small accessories.
- Why you’ll love them: They’re budget-friendly, fun, and a great way to sample an entire fabric collection without committing to yardage.
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Half Packs
- Size: Five half-yard cuts (18" x width-of-fabric)
- Perfect for: Small quilts, totes, table toppers, and accent projects.
- Why you’ll love them: Half Packs are exclusive bundles featuring five curated half-yard fabric cuts—just the right amount to make a delightful half-pack quilt or a stylish tote. Each bundle is carefully selected for color and theme, and includes a complimentary pattern to spark your creativity. Choose your favorite fabrics and start sewing right away!
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Which One Should You Choose?
- For beginners, charm packs and jelly rolls are quick and forgiving.
- For larger quilts, fat quarters and layer cakes give you more fabric to play with.
- For small projects or accents, mini charms are perfect.
No matter what you’re making, pre-cuts take the guesswork out of fabric selection and help you jump straight into the fun part—sewing!
Ready to start your next project? Check out our pre-cut fabrics collection
online or in-store and find the perfect bundle for you.
