A fat eighth is half of a fat quarter, measuring 9 inches by 21 inches. Like its larger counterpart, the "fat" designation means it is cut to a more usable rectangle rather than the long, thin standard eighth-yard (4.5" x 44").
Fat eighths provide just enough fabric for smaller quilt components: a few squares, a couple of strips, or a handful of triangles. They are the most economical way to include a wide range of fabrics in a scrap quilt when you only need a small amount of each print.
Bundles of fat eighths (often 20-40 pieces) give quilters impressive variety at a lower price point than fat quarter bundles. They are especially popular for projects where color diversity matters more than having large amounts of any single fabric.
Cut strips from fat eighths and arrange them in a woven pattern for a vibrant, scrappy design.
Cut plus/cross shapes from fat eighths on a solid background for a clean, modern look.
Cut 1-inch hexagons from fat eighths for a hand-stitched grandmother's flower garden.
FE, Fat Eighth Bundle (when sold as a set), Half Fat Quarter
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