Fraction to Decimal Measurement Conversion For Sewing and Pattern Making

Easily convert sewing and pattern drafting fractions into decimals and metric units with this handy chart. Whether you work in imperial inches, decimals, or need quick conversions to millimeters and centimeters, this guide helps you move between systems without guesswork. Perfect for fashion designers, patternmakers, and sewists who need accurate measurements when drafting, grading, or adjusting patterns. Use the fraction-to-decimal table below to simplify your workflow and ensure precision in every project.

Inches to Millimeters and Centimeters Conversion

Fractional Inches Decimal Inches Millimeters (mm) Centimeters (cm)
Eighths
1/8 0.125 3.18 0.318
1/4 0.250 6.35 0.635
3/8 0.375 9.52 0.952
1/2 0.500 12.7 1.27
5/8 0.625 15.9 1.59
3/4 0.750 19.0 1.90
7/8 0.875 22.2 2.22
Sixteenths
1/16 0.0625 1.59 0.159
3/16 0.1875 4.76 0.476
5/16 0.3125 7.94 0.794
7/16 0.4375 11.1 1.11
9/16 0.5625 14.3 1.43
11/16 0.6875 17.5 1.75
13/16 0.8125 20.6 2.06
15/16 0.9375 23.8 2.38

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