Standard Baby Quilt Size

The standard baby crib quilt size.

Standard baby quilt size.

For a standard baby quilt a 40 42 inch square is a good measure as you can use a single fabric which is 44 inch wide for the backing. Here s a list of quilt sizes along with a quilt size chart for easy reference. How big is a baby blanket. However most of my charity quilts are about 36 x45 i find that is the best use of the fabric.

The average baby blanket dimensions are typically 34 x 46 inches or anywhere from 34 36 inches all around if you want a square blanket. Warm and natural comes in a craft size of 34 x43 or thereabout. You may also use a 30 inch square quilt or 30 x 40 inch quilt if you so wish. Depending on the baby s age and a purpose of the quilt there are few common sizes you can choose.

Rarely do i make one the width of the fabric 45 x54 if you are using a packaged batting then use that size. There isn t just one correct size for a baby quilt but there are some guidelines that can help you to make the right choice. 36 x 54 is a standard size for a baby quilt. Crib mattresses can be 23 x 46 but some mattresses can be 32 x 66.

Quilt of this size will fit comfortably with the crib mattress a typical measure of a crib mattress is around 28 x 52. The standard crib quit size is 36 x 52 or 30 x 40 for small baby cribs. A big quilt of 45 inch by 60 inch is a good size which will hold for many years even after the baby has grown. The sizes mentioned for the baby blankets below are applicable for baby quilts as well.

Unless you want the quilt to just be four rectangles i would suggest picking a quilt pattern and using those fabrics according to the pattern. Large enough to cover the kid and not too big for the bed. Since a standard crib quilt is 36 x 52 i would aim for approximately that to be the finished quilt top. The most common baby quilt sizes 30 x 30 this size is perfect for newborns.