108 Inch Extra Wide Fabric for Quilt Backing and Sewing

108 inch extra wide fabric suitable for seamless quilt backing and large sewing projects. Often referred to as quilt backing fabric, widebacks, or wideloads, these 100% cotton fabrics measure 108" wide and are ideal for quilts, tablecloths, curtains, and other oversized sewing projects.

You may also like our 112cm width quilting cotton fabrics, ideal for quilt tops, piecing, and binding.

About 108 Inch Extra Wide Fabric

Extra wide fabric, often called wideback or wideload fabric, is designed to simplify large-scale sewing projects. At 108 inches wide, these cotton fabrics allow you to back most quilts without piecing, saving time and reducing bulk at the seams.

Ideal for quilt backings, whole-cloth quilts, oversized tablecloths and curtains, wide fabrics are especially helpful for larger bed sizes where standard 112cm quilting cotton would require joins.

108 inch extra wide fabric is commonly used as quilt backing fabric because it eliminates the need to join multiple widths together. This creates a smoother finish, reduces seam allowance build-up, and speeds up the quilting process.

Many quilters prefer widebacks for king and queen size quilts, as a single width can often cover the entire back with minimal trimming. They are also suitable for whole-cloth quilts where the fabric design becomes the feature.

Beyond quilting, wide cotton fabrics work well for curtains, tablecloths, bedspreads and other large home décor projects. The extra width makes pattern placement easier and reduces fabric waste.

FAQ

108 inch extra wide fabric is most commonly used for quilt backing. Its width allows many quilts to be backed without piecing multiple fabric widths together. It is also suitable for curtains, tablecloths, bedspreads and other large sewing projects.

In most cases, no. For many single, double and queen size quilts, one width of 108 inch fabric is wide enough to create a seamless backing. Always check your finished quilt measurements and allow extra for quilting and trimming.

Most wideback fabrics are 100% cotton, making them breathable and suitable for quilting. Individual product listings will confirm fibre content and fabric specifications.

This depends on your quilt’s finished size. Measure the width and length of your quilt top, add allowance for quilting shrinkage and trimming, and calculate the required length based on the 108 inch fabric width.