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How to Sew Flying Geese Blocks
(Perfect Points for Classic Quilt Designs)
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Step-by-Step Instructions:
The Flying Geese block is a fundamental quilting unit made of one large triangle (the “goose”) and two smaller triangles (the “sky”). The “4-at-a-time” (no-waste) method is the fastest way to make them accurately.
Materials Needed:
- 1 Large fabric square (the goose)
- 4 Small fabric squares (the sky)
- Fabric marking pen or pencil
- Rotary cutter, mat, and acrylic ruler
- Sewing machine and 1/4 inch foot
Tips for Success:
- Use a “scant” 1/4 inch seam allowance to ensure your blocks don’t end up too small after pressing.
- Press your seams gently to avoid stretching the bias edges.
- Always trim your completed blocks to the exact required size.
1. Draw Diagonal Lines
- On the wrong side of all four small squares, draw a diagonal line from corner to corner using a fabric marking pen.
2. Position the First Two Squares
- Place two small squares right sides together on opposite corners of the large square. The drawn lines should form a continuous diagonal line across the middle. They will overlap slightly in the center.
3. Sew and Cut
- Sew a 1/4 inch seam on both sides of the drawn line. Then, cut directly on the drawn line to yield two separate units. Press the small triangles outward.
4. Add the Remaining Squares
- Take the two remaining small squares and place one on the corner of each pressed unit, right sides together, with the drawn line pointing toward the corner between the two pressed triangles.
5. Final Sew, Cut, and Trim
- Sew a 1/4 inch seam on both sides of the drawn line on each unit. Cut on the line and press open. You now have 4 complete Flying Geese blocks. Trim them to the final required size.
Top FAQs for Flying Geese Blocks:
What is the formula for the 4-at-a-time method? +
To calculate your cutting sizes: take the finished width of your block and add 1 1/4 inches for the large square. Take the finished height of your block and add 7/8 inch for the small squares.
Why do my Flying Geese lose their points? +
Losing the point usually happens when the seam allowance isn’t a true 1/4 inch, or when you join the Flying Geese to another block and accidentally sew past the intersection where the threads cross at the tip of the point. Aim your needle slightly above that intersection.
Should I press the seams open or to the side? +
Pressing toward the “sky” (the smaller triangles) is the traditional method and helps seams nest securely. However, many modern quilters prefer pressing seams open to reduce bulk at the tip of the goose, making for flatter blocks.
