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Great app for clothing designers! It’s easy to use, helps bring ideas to life quickly, and makes designing much more efficient. Highly recommend.
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This tool helps tailors and clothiers accurately calculate fabric yardage or meterage needed for garments. It breaks down fabric requirements by garment piece and fabric width, supporting various clothing types and fit adjustments. Eliminate guesswork and fabric waste with precise calculations.
✓Fabric yardage/meterage calculation
✓Breakdown by garment piece
✓Supports suits, trousers, shirts, etc.
✓Adjusts for fit, fabric width, and details
✓Works with body or finished measurements
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What's New in Cloth & Chalk
1.2.0
August 1, 2026
Premium is here — plus a major update to orders, exports and accuracy. PREMIUM • Unlimited client profiles and measurement sets • No ads anywhere in the app • Monthly and annual plans, both with a free trial MORE ROOM ON THE FREE PLAN • Up to 10 client profiles (3 included, the rest unlocked by watching a short video) • Up to 5 orders per client ORDERS • Add your own order number so it matches the one in your shop • Record fabric supplier, code, colour, pattern and weight • Enter a price per yard or metre and the order total is worked out for you • Filter order history by supplier, garment, year or description • Attach fabric photos to any order • Pick your currency EXPORTS • Redesigned PDF order sheets with a cleaner two-column layout • Include fabric photos in the export • Choose exactly which fields appear RECENTLY DELETED • Deleted clients, orders and measurements can be restored for 30 days ACCURACY • Corrected the shirt back and jacket panel calculations for truer yardage • Redrawn the pattern layout diagrams, including properly shaped jacket panels ALSO • Reset your password from the sign-in screen • Numerous fixes and refinements throughout
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FAQ
What types of garments can Cloth & Chalk calculate fabric for?
Cloth & Chalk supports the calculation of fabric yardage for suits, trousers, waistcoats, shirts, and sport coats. It is designed to assist tailors and clothiers in accurately estimating fabric needs for a variety of apparel.
Does Cloth & Chalk work with different fabric widths?
Yes, the app allows adjustments for chosen fabric width, ensuring accurate calculations regardless of the material's dimensions. This feature helps users optimize fabric usage and minimize waste.
Can Cloth & Chalk calculate fabric based on finished garment measurements?
Yes, Cloth & Chalk supports calculations using either body measurements or finished garment measurements. This flexibility ensures it can be used in various stages of the tailoring process.
How does Cloth & Chalk handle fit styles and garment details?
The app adjusts fabric calculations for fit style, lining, cuffs, pockets, and lapel style. This detailed approach ensures a precise estimate of the fabric required for the specific design.
Is Cloth & Chalk available on Android devices?
Based on the provided data, Cloth & Chalk is available on iPhone and iPad. Information regarding Android compatibility is not specified.
How often is Cloth & Chalk updated?
Cloth & Chalk was last updated on July 14, 2026, with version 1.0. This indicates it is a relatively new application, and future updates will depend on developer plans.
Does Cloth & Chalk have ads?
Yes, Cloth & Chalk contains advertisements. Users may encounter promotional content while using the application.
What is the age rating for Cloth & Chalk?
Cloth & Chalk has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.