Maybe1day

Hi,
Today I have been attempting to make a star block which uses several flying geese units to make the 8 pointed star. Flying geese are proving to be a challenge to say the least. Is there an easy way to make consistent units of these blocks?

Thanks
Maybe1day

lfw045

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-24196-1.htm

There you go.

sewcrafty

When I do my flying geese, I draw a line from one cornor to the other on the small square. This really helps in sewing a straight line. I have a nice machine with all the ruler lines on it and drawing the line is still the best way for me to go. Also, I have a small piece of cardboard and wrapped it in 220 gauge sandpaper. I put my pieces to be drawn on this and it grips the fabric just enough and you have a nice straight line.

Here's a link that will give you different options in making them:

http://www.quilterscache.com/H/Howtomakegeese.html

Good Luck!!

mlaceruby

I have used the above methods and they all work
Flying geese just take practice and patence!
but when you are done with this quilt you will be a pro!

Pam in WV

You may want to try paper piecing. I works fairly well for me. Pam

grannypjb

When I make flying geese, I use Eleanor Burns template and it is fool proof. She has two sizes. Check it out.

sttchr

Instead of pinning the squares to make the corners, just tough them with a little tad of fabric glue. Put the glue in the corner that will be cut off.
You can also make flying geese with 2 half square triangles sewn together.

pocoellie

Eleanor Burns has a good method also. I have her directions if you would like.

T-Bones mom

http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/
Maybe this will help.

mysacrifice

Sewcrafty, that is a great idea! Thanks so much for posting it.