Fall precut fabric – an autumn fat quarter bundle with pumpkin, sunflower and maple leaf prints

Fall Precut Fabric – Autumn Fat Quarter Bundles, Charm Packs & More

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Fall precut fabric in pumpkin, rust, gold and deep green – jelly rolls, layer cakes, charm packs and fat quarter bundles cut from this season's autumn collections, so you can skip the cutting and start sewing. read more

Fall precut fabric in pumpkin, rust, gold and deep green – jelly rolls, layer cakes, charm packs and fat quarter bundles cut from this season's autumn collections, so you can skip the cutting and start sewing.

Fall Precut Fabric – Autumn Fat Quarter Bundles, Charm Packs & More

Why Buy Fall Fabric as Precuts?

Fall collections are printed in shorter runs than everyday basics, and the yardage often sells through before the leaves turn. A precut gives you every print in a line, already cut and coordinated, so a table runner, wall hanging or lap quilt can go from box to couch in a weekend or two. It's also the easiest way to get a little of everything: the pumpkins, the sunflowers, the plaids and the quiet tonals that hold them together.

Which Fall Precut Should I Choose?

  • 2.5" strips (jelly rolls) – strip-pieced quilts, scrappy borders and quick runners.
  • 5" squares (charm packs) – table runners, pillows and small quilts. Great for pumpkin and leaf blocks.
  • 10" squares (layer cakes) – half-square triangle maple leaves, big-block lap quilts and most of our pumpkin tutorials.
  • Fat quarter bundles – the most flexible option. Cut them down into any of the sizes above, or save the big prints for fussy-cut pumpkins and appliqué.

Why Do the Names Change?

Every manufacturer uses its own name for the same precut. "Jelly roll", "layer cake" and "charm pack" started with Moda. On this page you'll also find Roll Ups and Ten Squares from Robert Kaufman, Single Scoops, Double Scoops and Sundaes from Andover, Stamps, Strips and Stacks from Island Batik, and Tiles and Rolls (a fat quarter bundle) from Northcott. The size is always on the label: 2.5" strips, 5" squares, 10" squares or fat quarters.

Colors That Say Fall

Look for warm golds, rust, burnt orange, cocoa and cream, with hunter and ivy greens to cool things down. Batik precuts read as blenders and calm busier pumpkin and sunflower prints, and metallic lines add a little shimmer for Thanksgiving tables. Stretching into October? Browse Halloween precuts for the orange-and-black end of the season.

Find a Fall Pattern

Match the precut to the pattern, not the other way around. Browse our fall quilt patterns, or get ideas from 20 fall quilt projects and pumpkin quilt patterns with free tutorials. Need backing and borders to match? Shop fall fabric by the yard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are fall precuts?+

Precuts are bundles of fabric cut to a standard size – 2.5" strips, 5" squares, 10" squares or fat quarters – with one or more pieces of every print in a collection. Fall precuts come from collections designed for autumn: harvest, pumpkin, sunflower, leaf and Thanksgiving prints in warm seasonal colors.

Which precut is best for a fall table runner?+

A charm pack or a roll of 2.5" strips is plenty for most table runners. Check the pattern's supply list, since some runners call for two charm packs or a few extra background strips.

How many precuts do I need for a fall lap quilt?+

It depends on the pattern, but a single jelly roll or layer cake makes many lap-size quilt tops, while charm pack quilts usually call for two or more packs. Always go by the supply list on your pattern, and add background, border and backing fabric as needed.

Should I prewash fall precuts?+

We don't recommend prewashing precuts. The small pieces fray and shrink unevenly, and you'll lose the accurate size. If you're worried about deep rusts and reds bleeding onto cream, toss a color catcher in with the finished quilt's first wash.

Can I mix precuts from different fall collections?+

Yes. Fall palettes overlap a lot, so collections from different manufacturers usually play well together. Batik and tonal precuts are the easiest bridges between two busier print lines.