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Terminology and Measurements Used by Purse Pattern Designers Outside of the USA

Sometimes there can be confusion about the measurements and terminology used by purse pattern designers in the UK and Australia! Below are listed measurements and different types of interfacing used outside the United States and their equivalent.

4 1/2 inches = 1/8 yard
9 inches = 1/4 yard
12 inches = 1/3 yard
13 1/2 inches = 3/8 yard
18 inches = 1/2 yard
22 1/2 inches = 5/8 yard
24 inches = 2/3 yard
27 inches = 3/4 yard
31 1/2 inches = 7/8 yard
36 inches = 1 yard

CONVERT CM TO INCHES FORM:

cm
feet
inch

Note: 1 Inch = 2.54 cm, 1 Feet = 30.48 cm, 1 Feet = 12 Inch

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    Some Basic Fabric Conversions:
  • 15 cm. - 20 cm. = 1/5 yd.
  • 25 cm. - 30 cm. = 1/3 yd.
  • 50 cm. = 5/8 yds.
  • 40 cm. - 45 cm. = 1/2 yds.
  • 55 cm. = 5/8 yds.
  • 60 cm. = 2/3 yds.
  • 65 cm. = 3/4 yds.
  • 75 cm. - 80 cm. = 7/8 yd.
  • 90 cm. = 1 yd.

Vilene Iron-On Low Loft Fleece H630 = Pellon 987F (Link to a video on using H630 Vilene ) - Hit the "Back" button or arrow to return to this page after viewing the video!
Vilene Iron-On Loft Fleece H640 = Pellon Fusible Thermolam Plus TP971F (Heavier interfacing)
Staflex = The same as Weaveline
Weaveline = Similar to Bosal Fashion Fuse (Lightweight - good for stitcheries, handbag linings, etc.

 

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