A fat quarter is basically what it sounds like: a fat quarter yard of fabric. Instead of buying the typical 9 inch-wide by 44 inch-long swatch of fabric, you can buy a swatch of fabric that is 18 inches wide by 22 inches long. This enables you to make more projects without having to buy half a yard of fabric. Many fabric stores sell pre-cut fat quarters in a variety of colors and patterns. One of my favorite things to do is find some fabrics that I love, buy a couple fat quarters and make a project--or save them for a future project.
Most pre-cut fat quarters are basic cotton fabric used in quilts, but can be used for much more. I used the fat quarters pictured above in the first beginners' sewing project I will share this week. Come back to see what I did with these fun fabrics!
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