Box Pleat Calculator

Dreamsical Designs

Calculate fabric width for a specific number of pleats

Calculate fabric width to fit a desired attachment width

Step 1 of 4

Choose Your Units

Select the measurement system you'll be using.

Inches

Centimeters

Step 2 of 4

Enter the width of each box pleat.

Box Pleat Width (inches)

Step 3 of 4

Enter the width where the pleats will attach (e.g., armhole, waistband).

Attachment Width (inches)

Step 4 of 4

How much extra fabric for seams?

Seam Allowance (inches) Typical: 0.5 inches or 1 cm