Stack-n-Whack

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Imagine making quilts where every beautiful block is different just by making a simple cut. This technique works with hexagons, stars, diamonds, octagons, and triangles, so the possibilities for creativity are endless. The kaleidoscope effect produces quilts that look intricate but are deceptively easy to cut and piece. Bethany S. Reynolds has long been known for her amazing Stack-n-Whack® techniques. Now, work alongside her to create your own Emerging Stars quilt. In this original design created just for iquilt, combine 60° diamond stars with hexagons to complete a beautiful work of art. Not sure if you’re ready for all of that? Then learn the technique by making Zippy Strippy, a bonus hexagon pattern that is great for beginners. In either case, you’ll never look at fabric repeats the same way again. Join the Stack-n-Whack fun!

Course Curriculum

Stack-n-Whack by Bethany Reynolds - 2hr 27min

Lesson 1. Introduction 0 Hours 3 Minutes00:03

Lesson 2. Making the Stack 0 Hours 29 Minutes00:29

Lesson 3. Hexagon Blocks 0 Hours 25 Minutes00:25

Lesson 4. Companion Fabrics 0 Hours 16 Minutes00:16

Lesson 5. Star Blocks 0 Hours 19 Minutes00:19

Lesson 6. Assembly 0 Hours 24 Minutes00:24

Lesson 7. More Stack-n-Whack® Adventures 0 Hours 32 Minutes00:32

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Magic Stack-n-Whack Quilts

Magic Stack-n-Whack Quilts

Working with medium- to large-scale prints, quilters can create dynamic pieced blocks without hours of planning and precision cutting. The kaleidoscope effects occur spontaneously, thanks to the ingeniously simple ‘Stack-n-Whack’® cutting technique. By stacking identical repeats of fabric, quilters can efficiently cut the pieces needed for all the blocks. Each block will be unique and unexpected, keeping the quilting experience fresh and exciting! With over 200 how-to illustrations and dozens of color plates. Designs include the classic LeMoyne Star, Hybrid Lilies, Kaleidoscope Pinwheel, Hexagon Star, Diamond Ring, Morning Star, and others, all pieced with construction methods that eliminate set-in seams and ensure quick, successful results.

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eBook Magic Stack-n-Whack Quilts

eBook Magic Stack-n-Whack Quilts

Working with medium- to large-scale prints, quilters can create dynamic pieced blocks without hours of planning and precision cutting. The kaleidoscope effects occur spontaneously, thanks to the ingeniously simple ‘Stack-n-Whack’® cutting technique. By stacking identical repeats of fabric, quilters can efficiently cut the pieces needed for all the blocks. Each block will be unique and unexpected, keeping the quilting experience fresh and exciting! With over 200 how-to illustrations and dozens of color plates. Designs include the classic LeMoyne Star, Hybrid Lilies, Kaleidoscope Pinwheel, Hexagon Star, Diamond Ring, Morning Star, and others, all pieced with construction methods that eliminate set-in seams and ensure quick, successful results. Electronic Book Policy: Purchaser of this e-Book may not sell, rent, lease, transfer, lend, or share the e-Book. Digital download of this e-book is offered in a PDF format and is best viewed in Adobe Acrobat Reader.

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eBook Stack-n-Whackipedia

eBook Stack-n-Whackipedia

Whether you are new to quilting, a veteran quilter ready to try something new, or the ‘Stack-n-Whack Queen’ of your guild, this one’s for you!

Bethany returns with 10 years of Stack-n-Whack under her belt, ready to share innovative designs and updated methods for her fabulous technique.

Try one of a dozen projects for full size quilts using a wide variety of shapes, from simple squares and triangles to diamonds and wedges.

With the basics down, you’ll be ready to try your hand at your own original design.

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Be sure and try Bethany’s Stack-n-Whack online iquilt class.

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eBook Stars à la Carte

eBook Stars a la Carte

This innovative approach to quiltmaking makes star patterns a snap! From the author of the best-seller MAGIC STACK-N-WHACK comes a new version of the LeMoyne Star.

This classic block that has charmed and frustrated quilters for centuries can be tamed, and made with ease, with the addition of a few strategic seams.

Directions with complete yardage and cutting charts for over a dozen quilt projects are included, along with a special section on creating MAGIC STACK-N-WHACK stars and mirror-image stars to showcase in any of the settings.

Pieces can be cut from scraps or yardage with little waste and outstanding results!

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Fabric: (View Lesson 2 before selecting.)

If the design repeat of Main Fabric A is 7"—10" you will need 5½ yd.
If the design repeat of Main Fabric A is 11"—14" you will need 5⅛ yd.
If the design repeat of Main Fabric A is 15"—17" you will need 6¼ yd.
If the design repeat of Main Fabric A is 18"—27" you will need 4⅞ yd.
If the design repeat of Main Fabric A is over 27" you will need 6 repeats

Additional Fabrics: (View Lesson 4 before selecting.)

Accent Fabric B (triangle tips on hexagon blocks, triangles in outer ring of star blocks, setting triangles, and border) 4 yd.
Accent Fabric C (triangles inside star blocks): 1½ yd.
Accent Fabric D (diamonds in outer ring of star blocks): 2¼ yd.
Backing (piece crosswise): 5½ yd.
Binding (cut 2½" strips crosswise): ¾ yd.

Thread:

Neutral 50 wt. cotton

Sewing Foot:

¼" foot or all-purpose foot

Quilting Supplies:

Seam ripper
Scissors
60 mm or 45 mm rotary cutter with new blade
17" x 23" or larger cutting mat
Rulers: 6" x 24" with 60 lines (OmniGrip recommended) and 6" x 12"
Flower head pins

Other Supplies:

Iron
Ironing Surface
Spray sizing or starch

Optional:

MicroStitch® tacking tool
Stiletto
Electric Quilt® 8 quilt design software (EQ8)

Instructor Gallery

Student Gallery

Margaret Saunders – November 17, 2019:

This was a great class, very easy to follow. I found it useful not just for the quilting pattern technique but also for the sewing techniques. I learned a lot both watching the video and making my first stack & whack quilt!
Beth Cotroneo – September 1, 2017:

Bethany is one of the best teachers I have seen in these on line classes and I have taken and purchased many from multiple sites. She is very detailed and gives you every bit of her knowledge and experience. It's like she gives us all of her books practically in this one class. I was very impressed and am looking forward to getting back into doing some new stack and wacks. The uniqueness of all t…

he different blocks that are created is so exciting and never gets tired. Thank you Bethany

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Pat Ricks – August 28, 2017:

Seems like a very good class but I'll check back with class once I have some more experience. Bethany was very good explaining things but I'm not quite a that level yet. This gives me a goal to reach for. Pat
Marlene Meloney – February 15, 2017:

Oh my gosh!! I thought I knew all about kaleidoscope and stack-n-whack blocks - but I sure learned a lot from Bethany!! These blocks have always fascinated me and now I'm even more hooked!!! I have some fabric that would be perfect for these techniques and I can hardly wait to get started. Bethany is an excellent teacher and everything she shows is clear and easy to understand. A great class …

that I will watch over & over - it is so full of great information and tips. I thoroughly enjoyed this class and was sorry to see it end! Definitely one of the best classes here on iquilt.

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Kathleen Decarli – July 9, 2016:

My wife and I work on joint projects on the weekends. Stack n Whack was just pure fun. We spent hours re-arranging the hexagons and the stars-just plain fun!!! Great class, good instructions and just great all around.
Bob DeCarli
renee seibel – April 8, 2016:

I actually made Bethany's Spin Cycle Quilt a couple years ago when I took a class at a quilting shop. I decided to make another Stack-n-Whack quilt and discovered this on-line class by the same person! I have been really enjoying the lessons on-line and it seems that each time I play them I find more tips that I didn't catch when watching it before! Bethany is an excellent instructor = very cle…

ar, thorough, and easy to follow. I love being able to re-watch the lessons whenever I need to. I HIGHLY recommend this course!!!

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Sandy George – April 7, 2016:

As I mentioned in a previous review, I've done many SnW quilts, but I've learned a lot so far from this class. Bethany has TONS of great tips, and she is very thorough. In Lesson 4 where she talks about companion fabrics, I like the way she shows how she "previews" fabrics she might use, and compares and contrasts different fabric possibilities. She also gives a very thorough description of how…

to go about picking companion fabrics, what to look for and what to avoid. I can't wait to start my next Stack and Whack project so I can try some of these things!!!

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Sandy George – March 29, 2016:

Just started watching Lesson 2 on how to stack the fabric. I love the tip for ARF---amazing repeat finder!!! Lots of good tips on how to prepare and cut the fabric!
Sandy George – March 26, 2016:

I'm a Stack-n-Whacker from way back, and have just started watching this new class, and am part way through Lesson 2. So far I am very impressed by the information. Bethany goes into great detail about how to pick fabric that will work well for this type of quilt. She has lots of different fabrics to use as examples, and a laundry list of what features to look for in a fabric to use. She also …

details fabrics that will not work.

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