A Beginner's Guide to Quilt Dimensions and Block Size
Quilt Blocks Reference Chart
"This chart is a helpful guide to reference when planning a quilt and you will be using your own design and blocks. The numbers in the chart represent listed averages and include a pillow tuck and long drop on the sides and bottom. If you do not want a pillow tuck on your quilt, subtract ten to twelve inches from the length." - Superior Threads
Twin Size Quilt (Mattress size 39" x 75")
| Block Size | Block Across & Down | Total Size No Border |
| 12" | 63 (7x9) | 84" x 108" |
| 15" | 42 (6x7) | 90" x 105" |
The goal is to be as close to 81" x 106", which is the commercial size for a Twin Size bedspread.
Full Size Quilt (Mattress size 54" x 75")
| Block Size | Block Across & Down | Total Size No Border |
| 12" | 72 (8x9) | 96" x 108" |
| 15" | 42 (6x7) | 90" x 105" |
The goal is to be as close to 96" x 106", which is the commercial size for a Full Size bedspread.
Queen Size Quilt (Mattress size 60" x 80")
| Block Size | Block Across & Down | Total Size No Border |
| 12" | 72 (8x9) | 96" x 108" |
| 15" | 56 (7x8) | 105" x 120" |
The goal is to be as close to 102" x 112", which is the commercial size for a Queen Size bedspread.
King Size Quilt (Mattress size 78" x 80")
| Block Size | Block Across & Down | Total Size No Border |
| 12" | 100 (10x10) | 120" x 120" |
| 15" | 64 (8x8) | 120" x 120" |
The goal is to be as close to 120" x 112", which is the commercial size for a King Size bedspread.
A note about the similarities between a full and queen mattress:
"The dimensions listed for the full size and queen size quilts are identical. Because the mattress sizes are so similar (full is 54" x 75" and queen is 60" x 80"), the recommended block sizes are the same. If a border is added onto a smaller-sized quilt configuration, the necessary length and width will be achieved.
There is roughly a six inch difference between a full and queen mattress. If a block is twelve inches, we can't cut the block in half to accommodate this difference. We can however, add a border around the quilt for extra width or length." - Superior Threads
INFORMATION SO KINDLY PROVIDED BY SUPERIORTHREADS.COM
