The number of napkins you can make from 1 yard of fabric largely depends on the size of the napkins you plan on creating. Typically, a standard size for a dinner napkin is 18 to 20 inches square. If you're using a 36-inch wide fabric, which is a common width for many fabrics, you could potentially cut out four 18-inch square napkins from 1 yard of fabric. However, this calculation doesn't take into account any seam allowances or pattern matching. So, if you're planning on sewing the edges or matching patterns across the napkins, you might be able to make fewer napkins from 1 yard of fabric. Always remember to account for these factors when planning your fabric needs.