The actual size of a yard of fabric is 3 feet. That translates into just under a meter of fabric which would equal 1.125 yards of material. The actual size may be larger or smaller than a square yard depending on how wide the material you are buying comes in. A normal tape measure is roughly 60 inches in length and that size equals 1.66 yards.

In one yard of fabric, you will typically get 36 inch long by 44 inch wide fabric. If I get this one yard, it is sufficient for me to make a whole lot of small projects like a small bag, a pillowcase, a kid’s dress, a gadget cover, placemat etc. You can also make a scarf, baby blanket and even a mini skirt.