Supplies need for Stack and Whack

The supplies need for this project, are pretty basic.

1. A Rotary Cutter with a new blade, a 45-mmor larger. You will be cutting through several layers at one time.

2. A Self-healing rotary cutting mat, at least 17” x 23”is best.

3. A Ruler. You will need one with a straight edge and you can also use the ones for wedges and triangles. But for our project we will be using wedges cut from freezer paper.

4. Template-making material. In this case, we will use freezer paper.

5. Glue stick

6. A drinking glass, this will be explained in part 3.

7. Iron and ironing board

8. Starch or spray sizing, I prefer starch

9. Flower head pins, other will work. Don’t run out and buy some just for this project.

A design wall comes in handy for arranging your blocks on, but is not necessary, Although, I can’t live without one.

PREPARING YOUR TEMPLATES

This is the size of the template that I will be using. If you prefer to use another size, or a wedge ruler, feel free to do so. This wedge measures 3. 5 inches across the top and ¾ inch across the bottom. It is 9 inches long.

I use freezer paper for these wedges, drawing several sets of them to work with.

Before you go to part 3, I want to remind you that all the directions for this fan block are done the way I make them. I usually break lots of rules, but this way works for me and I hope it will work for you also. Remember, there are no Quilt Police in this Guild!