Stack n Whack Quilt Top Using a Layer Cake - Episode 2

In this episode you will see me take a 10" layer cake and stack it, whack it, sew it and press it to create an interesting quilt top of coordinating fabrics.
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[@sandracurrie5904]

Beautiful fabric! 😍 Your dog is adorable, btw! Thanks for posting.

[@KarenShirey]

I really love this tutorial! Can't wait to give it a try. Thank you for sharing! Keep them comin,. I am getting so many ideas from you! 😃 BTW: I have no idea why other quilters feel the need to criticize... they always have the option to turn off a video keeping their thoughts to themselves. I do wish they would. Just sayin. 😬

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you’re enjoying it Karen! I really don’t mind the critical comments.

[@TheH20please]

I, too, have turned a block accidentally and sewn a piece on the wrong edge. As we see in your beautiful quilt top here they have earned the nickname "happy mistakes". And I most respectfully must say ... you are getting really good at making these quilting videos! Thank you for these.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

It’s a forgiving method, for sure 😁 Thank you so much, Joan, for watching. These videos are a lot of work but so much fun!

[@brendapetropoulos3259]

I’ve made plenty of errors and hardly ever fix them… so far the Quilting Police haven’t shown up to arrest me😂😂😂 Your quilt looks very beautiful just as it is. Your voice and explanations make your videos pleasant. Thank you

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Awesome to hear, Brenda! Thank you for the encouragement 🥰

[@karentoynton8948]

Think even though you didn’t cut in purpose in wrong place. It looks really good like what you have obtained.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yeah it turned out fine and was fun to make. Thanks Karen!

[@cindypeace4166]

Stack ‘n Whack refers to a particular pattern. What you are doing is something different.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yeah, I had someone else mention the kaleidoscope pattern is stack n whack, but I’ve seen the term used for this method as well. Can also be called stack n slice. Thanks for watching Cindy!

[@SharksKitten]

It looks fabulous! That bottom line is a statement! Color outside the lines and you’ll create your own beautiful art! You sew girl! 🙋🏼‍♀️ 🥰

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you SharksKitten! That’s kinda how I see it!

[@bettytullis461]

This was a very nice tutorial and the top came out beautifully. The different blocks at the bottom are not obvious; call it intentional! I've been looking for a good stack and whack project and this suits it. Thank you for your time and efforts!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you Betty!

[@Kikidevo1966]

Looks fantastic. I have no idea why that happened either odd shapes out, but it certainly doesn’t affect its beauty!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thankfully, quilting is forgiving. You’d really have to look to find it now. Thanks for watching Karen!

[@hannahaguilar435]

I've messed up with arranging blocks too by the time I get to the end can't figure out why it turned out that way but let me tell you, when you're finished with it, no one can tell. Quilts always turn out beautiful, that's why I love quilting.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

That’s what I say! Thanks for watching Hannah!

[@carolynwilliams6554]

We didn't need to watch you sew piece of fabric and row together. We get the idea after about ten time. Love to see it when you are laying the quilt out. Nice quilt

[@IRISHLASS273]

I was making a controlled colour scrap quilt. Put blocks on the floor knew something was wrong couldn't figure it out. Finished it washed it when it was on the clothes line I saw the mistake.I had put nearly all the gold/orange blocks in one quadrant. All I could do was laugh.🤣

[@psum6537]

LOL, no sewing room is complete without a pet in it!❤️ oh, and nice job on the quilt. Like the colors and pattern. Absolutely a stash buster if you do not have a layer cake on hand. Worth a day at the sewing machine.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Totally agree!

[@gisellejones1139]

Enjoyed these tutorials...all 3 of them The minky is so pretty for the back...l've hesitated to use it but now maybe will give it a try...keep 'em coming

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I know right? It was incredibly easy to work with. I was very surprised!

[@marilynngriffin5538]

I would never noticed that the bottom row was different

[@shellilaplante6700]

Hi, first time quilter here. Thank you for making a clear easy to understand tutorial. I did a smaller version with 5 patterns 20 blocks. Do I resquare after sewing and pressing? Also I have been trying to figure out a layout where like patterns don't touch. I've got it a few times but the bottom row always has touching. I have some material left for I just add a few more blocks?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You can square each block up after pressing on this particular layout, but not on all. Usually a pattern will tell you whether to square up or not. I personally didn’t square up my blocks. As for the touching, you could make another row like you said, the more rows you have the less likely you have some that touch. Or, you could stack and whack a third time to give more layout options.

[@shellilaplante6700]

@@lessonslearnt5966 I'm laughing at myself. I had bought the pre-cuts to eliminate cutting time. And it turns out that the pre-cuts were not cut evenly they bow out towards the center so I do have to square them up otherwise my eyes go wonky 😆. I thought about stacking and walking a third time. I might do it. The debate is on 😆

[@shellilaplante6700]

Ok, in the process of squaring off I discovered 3 blocks that were a little short . So I am going to try a lay out with what is sized up. Then I will estimate how many new blocks I need/can make. And I might stack and wack those a third time while including the 5th pattern. And then remix. My other thought was a few whole squares with a heart applique in the center. This is a fun unexpected puzzle! Thanks for getting me excited about this fun quilt.

[@beverlypowell6923]

I have made many stack and wack quilts but made the cuts on angles never up and down

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yeah I know what you mean, but the ones on angles I call kaleidoscope.

[@mirtaPR]

This quilt came out really nice 👍 👍👏🏼cute colors great job 👏🏼

[@ruthm4749]

I have been struggling with a quilt I started last june.2021. And watching you with this project has inspired me in a new direction. Thank you.such pretty colors in this quilt, was it a Layer cake?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

That’s wonderful that you have new inspiration. Yes it’s a layer cake.

[@nevafitzgerald2402]

Very nice.like that you took the time to press your seams open

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thanks Neva!

[@nevafitzgerald2402]

Very nice.like that you took the time to press your seams open

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thanks Neva!

[@rebapuck5061]

First rule of quilting... Never point out your mistakes.

[@suebean3873]

Why not cut a different size or pattern to give it a bit of jazz. I would, but that’s me. I’ve done a stack and whack and it was so different to this one.

[@beanixdorf6977]

Honestly, I love it. Your work and your video are both very helpful. I haven’t been quilting very long and it’s liberating that your imperfections are not noticeable, at all. It proves to me that there’s still hope for me 😆

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Oh yes! Never give up on anything that’s not “perfect”

[@Goswald1]

I like your idea, but to be perfectly honest, I get bored watching you cut every single block, press every single block and sew every single block. I think most of us will get the jist of it after 4 or 5 examples. Thanks

[@lessonslearnt5966]

It’s not for everyone, feel free to fast forward. Thanks for watching Maggi!

[@donnamammele8327]

I find it satisfying to see a quilt top slowly come together a piece at a time.

[@ronaldlarimer2756]

Just posted a quilt top based on this video with hashtag #lessonslearntquilts. Hope you like it.

[@marthapowers634]

first and foremost, I LOVE BLUE!!! he's adorable. THANK YOU for giving him lovins. secondly, and equally as important, I LOVE YOUR QUILT!!! This one is doable for any of us who are mathematically challenged... lastly, but certainly equally as important as the first two, only God is perfect. we can always strive for perfection, but we certainly don't need to use our time and energy on perfecting a quilt, but rather use the time and energy on being a better person. your quilt will be a loving and warm hug from you, and what could possibly be better than that??? THANK YOU for sharing your videos, and i will continue to follow as you share your kindness and knowledge with us. I'm only just finding you here in 2024. God's Blessings.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Welcome! So glad to have you! ❤️

[@corvettew.s.4360]

Very nice video and a beautiful quilt

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you!

[@sweetsmiles1081]

This is so beautiful. I love the beautiful spring colors

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yes, it was a delight to work with. Thanks Kelly!

[@lesleygilbert1945]

👍

[@helenmorgan4003]

Only God is the perfect creator, heard that the Amish make a deliberate mistake in their quilts and call this their humility block, it's usually only a small imperfections and hard to see. Ive used this expression for my imperfections. Thankyou for a great video and love your fabrics.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

That is very interesting! I had never heard that before...love it!

[@ronaldlarimer2756]

Forgot to tell you that I posted this to Facebook.

[@bridgetwhite5547]

It's gorgeous isn't it. Now for episode 3😊💐

[@joanyoder5880]

This is not the Bethany Reynolds’s method of quilt and whack. I would of thought she would have copyright her name stack and whack. Hers is beautiful, this method is quick but not a true stack and whack

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are correct! I later made an entire series on Bethany’s method after taking an AQS class of hers. The original series probably should have been named Stack n Slice.

[@robingalloway3541]

I have taken pictures of my quilt laid out to get a good look, it seems to help me see the full picture

[@hannahaguilar435]

Why press open the second seam?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

There were a lot of seam allowances at this point, so I opened and pressed to distribute the bulk. Good question Hannah!

[@petmomful2260]

That is sew pretty!!!

[@astorybookfinish5055]

How are you hanging your design wall? Is it just a panel of flannel? Or another fabric? Is there foam board or something similar behind the fabric of the design wall?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

It’s a 4x8 sheet of foam insulation board with a polyester batting spray glued on it. It’s attached to the studs in the wall with long screws and washers.

[@suebean3873]

The end result looks good though…

[@karin0963]

I love the colors. Beautiful

[@donnarichey144]

I like this pattern. How big are the big blocks on the ends and in other places. Thank you

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Not sure I’m understanding your question

[@janellevolk9978]

Hello Sheri! I don't recall if I commented on this video or not...lol. I love the pattern with this fabric...super pretty!!!

[@emaleamiller5223]

11:03 why do you press your first sewing of your fabrics to the large side but after press seams open?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Not sure, I’ll have to go back and look.

[@luannmartin3853]

It's looks awesome

[@oohhhyahhh]

Did you sew with a quarter inch seam allowance?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I did

[@marybailey643]

I really enjoy watching your videos. I stumbled on your video looking at different quilting videos and I really enjoy watching you. Love the dog too.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you so much!

[@bettydanico2959]

Very pretty🩷🌸🩷

[@sunseekerrs3087]

Gosh, that is so pretty! Thank you for posting this. And I love your sweet dog. 💕🥰

[@dianne57m.shifthappens73]

Awe your sewing buddy is adorable

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you! He is a sweetheart ❤️

[@pcloudy8564]

So pretty!! What fabric line is this?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Riley Blake, Meadow Lane

[@pcloudy8564]

Yes, thank you! I just watched the first video where you told the name. Appreciate it!

[@jalaneterhune3464]

Only God is perfect. You do your quilt any way you want. No one else will know.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You got that right! Thanks for watching Jalane!

[@dianne57m.shifthappens73]

The 2nd row last block is turned wrong. Beautiful quilt! I would have loved to see this on live.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

There are actually several errors on that last row 🤣 Thank you Dianne!

[@valhinkel9516]

I hate to admit it, but I wouldn't have noticed the bottom row if you hadn't pointed it out! I am definitely making this quilt. Thank you!! 😃

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I keep it real on my videos and don’t hide mistakes. Because that’s how it really is! Thanks for watching and best wishes on your quilt. I hope the videos help.

[@JRH2431]

I love your ironing pad/block!

[@ritamontgomery6008]

What a great, fun quilt. I have so many layer cakes and one of them will work beautifully with this idea. After looking at your quilt it appears that on the bottom row blocks, the 3" piece was sewn on the opposite side compared to the rest of the blocks. Doesn't matter...turned out fantastic!! take care ~~rita

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yes! You are correct! Took me a minute to figure that out, but I doubt the receiver of the quilt even noticed. Thanks for watching!

[@aliceserafin7613]

Quilting Police have been disbanded so no worries! It looks goog!!

[@aliceserafin7613]

Oopsy "good"

[@aliceserafin7613]

Ooopsy "good"

[@moniqued9715]

it's really beautiful

[@joydalton4987]

I don’t care what you call it, it’s so very pretty!

[@JRH2431]

I love it the way it is!!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you!

[@siripornhollar2110]

Love it

[@kathycantu4050]

Love your videos!!

[@emmonstrex65]

Enjoyed this tutorial!

[@szelop]

Gorgeous!

[@landarogers9926]

I noticed in the first cut, you had some with the small strip at the top and some at the bottom, does it affect your outcome?

[@lessonslearnt5966]

If I’m understanding your question, I ended up turning them all the same way except for that last row where I had some sewn incorrectly from the start.

[@Micalanne]

That is such a cute quilt!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you Micalanne! Wait til you see the backing and binding on upcoming episode 3. Thanks for watching!

[@gisellejones1139]

Quilt is lovely

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you Giselle!

[@janicek2860]

It looks great to me.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you Janice!

[@janicek2860]

@@lessonslearnt5966 your video just came up on my KZbin feed so I watched all three of the stack and whack. I subscribed immediately. I have a layer cake I’m going to use. Thanks for posting this.

[@donnawilliams7478]

I love it

[@DiannaAtherton]

That turned out so lovely. Nice work

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you! 😊

[@gloriannburick1837]

Your dog is adorable.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you! I think so too 🥰

[@szelop]

So pretty!

[@nancysavoy7030]

I can’t wait to try this

[@lessonslearnt5966]

It was a lot of fun!

[@suehorn4182]

Your top turned out great. ❤️

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you Sue!

[@jeanniescrochetcreations4978]

Maybe think about giving an overview of tips instead of music burning your fast forward clips?

[@marlenejones6266]

I turned the volume down. This music was attacking my anxiety very much. I probably will have to stay away from your quitting

[@lessonslearnt5966]

That’s a very old video. I have since reduced the volume