Fabric & Materials
WOF (Width of Fabric)
The usable width of a bolt of fabric selvage-to-selvage, typically 40–44 inches after washing.
WOF stands for Width of Fabric — the measurement from selvage edge to selvage edge across a bolt of quilting cotton. Most quilting fabric is 44–45 inches wide off the bolt, but after washing and removing the selvages, the usable WOF is typically 40–42 inches. Quilt patterns commonly reference WOF when directing you to cut strips across the full width of the fabric. Always verify your actual WOF before cutting, as fabric widths vary between manufacturers and shrink differently after pre-washing.
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