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Napkin Calculator — Fabric for Cloth Napkins

Work out fabric needed for a set of cloth napkins.

Square napkins

How We Calculate This

Napkins are cut as squares with hem allowance. The calculator works out how many napkins fit across the fabric width and how many rows you need.

The formula

Cut size = Napkin size + (Hem allowance × 2)

Napkins per row = floor(Fabric width ÷ Cut size)

Rows = ceil(Quantity ÷ Napkins per row)

Fabric = Rows × Cut size

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: February 2026

All calculations are estimates. Always verify quantities before cutting or purchasing fabric.