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Fabric Pattern Repeat Cut Planner

Round cut lengths to a fabric pattern repeat, include end allowances and compare pattern-matching waste across a cut list.

Pattern-matched cutsCompare scenariosCSV & printable report

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Open CSV / project

Preparing the worked example…

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Settings & assumptions

Fabric cuts

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02 / RESULTS

Read the result in context

Lengthwise repeat rounding only, assuming every piece starts at the same motif phase. Fabric width, nap, nesting and multi-color matching are not modeled.

How to use Fabric Pattern Repeat Cut Planner

Explore the worked example. Add end allowances, round each cut up to a pattern-repeat interval and compare required length with plain cutting.
Replace the fabric cuts with your own entries. Set pattern repeat · cm, allowance at each end · cm, one-time end waste · cm.
Choose “Plan repeat-aligned cuts”. Review pattern-matched cuts, then compare the visual overview with the detailed tables.
Capture alternative scenarios, download a reusable project and export the selected table or a report when you are ready.

A starting point

Add end allowances, round each cut up to a pattern-repeat interval and compare required length with plain cutting. The example is illustrative and can be replaced.

Know what you are comparing

Does this nest shapes across fabric width?

No. It plans one-dimensional length cuts. Width, direction, motif placement and two-dimensional nesting are outside the calculation.

Files, privacy & saving

Calculations run locally in a browser worker. Input CSV files use the column names in the downloadable template and keep your current settings. Projects restore inputs and up to four scenarios. Imports are limited to 1 MiB and 100 entries. There is no automatic saving. Public pages include advertising and optional analytics; see our privacy policy.

CSV exports contain the entire selected table. JSON and printable HTML reports include all result tables; open the report and use your browser’s Print command for PDF.

Using Fabric Pattern Repeat Cut Planner

Round cut lengths to a fabric pattern repeat, include end allowances and compare pattern-matching waste across a cut list.

Explore the worked example. Add end allowances, round each cut up to a pattern-repeat interval and compare required length with plain cutting.
Replace the fabric cuts with your own entries. Set pattern repeat · cm, allowance at each end · cm, one-time end waste · cm.
Choose “Plan repeat-aligned cuts”. Review pattern-matched cuts, then compare the visual overview with the detailed tables.
Capture alternative scenarios, download a reusable project and export the selected table or a report when you are ready.

Example

Add end allowances, round each cut up to a pattern-repeat interval and compare required length with plain cutting.

Questions & answers

Does this nest shapes across fabric width?

No. It plans one-dimensional length cuts. Width, direction, motif placement and two-dimensional nesting are outside the calculation.

Can I compare and save alternative plans?

Yes. Capture up to four calculated scenarios, restore their inputs and save them in a project JSON file. There is no automatic saving.

How do I bring in my own entries?

Download the CSV template, retain its column names and replace the example rows. Imports are limited to 100 entries and 1 MiB. A saved project also restores settings.

What should I check before using the result?

Lengthwise repeat rounding only, assuming every piece starts at the same motif phase. Fabric width, nap, nesting and multi-color matching are not modeled.