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| 4 Techniques to Sew Flying Geese |
We all know that the flying geese block is one of the most versatile, dynamic and timeless quilters blocks. They have been used for crafting since the late 19th century, whether they are marching in a neat border or fluttering across a modern design. However, if you have ever had to deal with over strained biases or dull points then you understand that in some instances making it to perfection is like chasing the real wild geese!
Luckily, there are not really just one right way to sew them. ShopMartingale's Jenny Wilding Cardon has created an amazing vintage post outlining four different techniques from popular quilting authors, so everyone can find a technique that works for them.
With your project, time and sewing style in mind, you can opt for the method that suits your sewing room the most:
The Traditional Technique: Great for the scrap quilters who prefer the traditional method. The technique is to cut out the individual pieces of triangle and sew them together, which is perfect for utilizing all your beloved fabric.
Flip, Flip, Finish: If you're into a relaxing chain-piecing session, this stitch and flip technique eliminates raw edges of the bias by employing squares and rectangles.
The Fast and Furious Method: A clever "no-waste" method to make 4 flying geese at one time from one large square and 4 smaller squares.
Paper-Pieced Geese: For the 'the more precise, the better' type. If you've ever struggled with cutting corners, or just wanted to get them sharp every time, foundation paper piecing is a must-try for you and your intricate patterns.
