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Quilting: Stack and Whack Samples
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Stack and Whack Samples

Base fabric

Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:
Stack and Whack Book by Bethaney Reynolds

Instructions

This is a fascinating project to me. My pictures (hopefully) will show you the orginial base fabric and a few samples of blocks. Also, how I keep all the pcs for one block in a baggie, to avoid loss (of my mind). No two people will get the exact same thing. It is NOT hard, once you get the hang of it. Time consuming, but worth it.

Difficulty:

Category: Quilting

Type of item: Home Decor

For: Home

Style: Whimsical, Casual


Materials

Wild cotton print of many colors and shapes, usual quilting tools

What was your inspiration?

Took a class many years ago for this pattern in pinks and blues (floral). I just adored it. Could not believe the blocks came from the same fabric until I saw it for myself. Have seen some wonderful samples on Craftsy site also

What are you most proud of?

That I had the courage to share this work. It is truly unique the way it comes out. Some good blocks, some a little off.....so be forwarned, keep your centers as well matched as possible. You can fudge a little on the other seams (very little), but the center ones are key. I have posted this as an incentive to a couple of friends here who has expressed an interest.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Look at fabric differently. The most ugly one probably will be perfect. The more colors and swirls or twist and turns, the better. Bethany's book (she has several) gives good example of what to look for in choosing. I call this my potato chip quilt --- have trouble going to bed after finishing a block, I'll just do "one more".
Enjoy

 

28 comments

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Dyyan on craftsy.com
Jan 25, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Awesome! I would never have chosen that fabric for a stack & whack. You have inspired me!
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Jan 11, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Thank you. Coming from someone with your talent, I appreciate it.
Mrs Hotwheels on craftsy.com
Jan 11, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
lovely
Wazoo Sue on craftsy.com
Nov 06, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Yowza! These are sooo cool! I would have never thought your focus fabric could make wonderful blocks like this...that's why I bombed at stack and whack!
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Nov 07, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
That's why I love Stack. The frog almost always turns into a prince, unlike my real life Thank you for your comment
Tenar on craftsy.com
Nov 05, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
That's all from the same fabric? Good lord. I knew that you could get a fair bit of variation with this method, but I am still stunned!
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Nov 05, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Stunned is the word. I look for the most weird fabric I can find (I have one with ugly frogs but great colors, in the wings) and drool over the idea of it. Go for it. It's so much fun.
Di4N4 on craftsy.com
Oct 25, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I aree with the others! These are great!! I too am inspired to seek out a class... I think that I'll put in a request to Craftsy for a Stack & Whack class!
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Oh. that's a great idea! Glad you liked the blocks too
WasaNewbieJean on craftsy.com
Oct 24, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
These are FANTASTIC! I've GOT to try stack & whack! You've captured the same affect as Amy's Friendship block but I bet the sewing is much easier....
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 25, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I just responded to you on your most recent block picture, before I saw this entry. So, please be sure to check it out. I think it's the October block. Stack is time consuming and you have no control of the outcome. I think the directions in the book are overwhelming to look at, but the darn thing is so much fun.
Damsel on craftsy.com
Oct 18, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I think it's spectacular! Great Job!
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 18, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks Damsel. Have you ever made one?
Tanya W. on craftsy.com
Oct 18, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great job, and SO many blocks! I too have yet to try this technique, but think it will not be too long down the road before I give this method a try!
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 18, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I have several little baggies just waiting for my attention to make more blocks. Amy's class has taken up a lot of my time...for which I have learned so much. Thank you for your comment
patz in suffolk on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Stack 'n' Whack is still a complete mystery to me, but I shall rise to the challenge one day. I'm so grateful that you included a picture of the original fabric on your post as this has given me a good idea of what can be done. I love your blocks - well done!
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
My guess is the sample of the fabric is KEY to encouraging someone to try this project. I know when I saw my first quilt in a shop, I was hooked. There can be a lot of waste of fabric, so I save everything and make a multi bind from it, which you could never repeat, and it works well. Such fun. I need more hours in the day. as di we all. Thanks for your comment.
kmc75 on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I love stack and whack! Your's are wonderful!
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
trying to respond - keeping jamming - will try later
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you so much. I just love the idea and have a couple of other fabrics in the wings (for far too long) for "someday"
desna on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Wow!!!! well done Surfside6 I am so impressed:)))) I have bought the book, bought the fabric, bought the templates... you could say even bought the t-shirt ;) You have so inspired me... thank you so much start this fun project soon. Although I still have to do Sept and Oct BOM's
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Desna, scroll down to my reply under Mary Louise. I got a phone call just as I began typing and it was meant to be in your name. See why I have trouble with computers and quilt patterns? I cannot walk and chew gum at the same time. LOL
desna on craftsy.com
Oct 18, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
If you go to applekrisp's projects you will see her fab swoon blocks which has a stack n whack centre and then makes each block larger with the swoon.... (Stack n Whack centers for the Swoon Quilt block for the Swoon Quilt by Camille Roskelley) I have her swoon blocks saved on my account if you want to check it out. I will so try to start these blocks soon:) Thanks for showing your wonderful blocks xxx
MaryLouiseAB on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very cool! I've always wanted to try those but haven't had the guts to do it.
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Trust me, I would never have taken the class if I had not seen the finished product. It was so beautiful, and not super difficult. Her book can be intimidating because of my brain function, I see some things in reverse, I swear. But once you get in the swing, it's such a joy to play with. Just be patient with yourself.
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 17, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Desna, I did this just for you! The pattern is on Page 29 Kaleidoscope Pinwheel (with various sizes) in the black covered book "Magic Stack n Whack. I am so tickled you liked it. My only regret is it is a very small block, so it takes forever to make a quilt. I always wanted to enlarge it - add that to my to do list. Anyway, glad you saw it. Please post a picture of your fabric if you can. I'd love to see what you picked out. HAVE FUN! Also, please check back ow and then on this block in case I add some more info to others' inquiries.
desna on craftsy.com
Oct 18, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you Surfside6:))))) LOVE these blocks so much I have just looked up in my book it does look doable (is that a word) but you get my drift ;)))
Surfside6 on craftsy.com
Oct 16, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I apologize for the weird magnets holding everything to my refrigerator!. One has to do what one has to do.