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Fat quarter
A quarter of a yard is another name for one fourth of a yard; one whole yard divided into four equal parts. Some quilters prefer fat quarters for projects. Instead of dividing the yard into four long strips, the fabric is split into four equal rectangles. One fat quarter measures 18" by 22". Most quilt shops will cut fat quarters at your request.
Most yardage stores sell "regular quarters". Usually the one quarter of a yard measures 9 inches (one yard - 36 inches divided by 4 equals 9) by 44/45 inches (width of the fabric).
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