How to Make Migrating Geese - A Unique Quilting Technique

TLDRLearn a special quilting technique to create migrating geese quilt blocks that give an off-center and unique look to your quilts. This technique allows you to use scraps efficiently and create stunning quilt strips.

Key insights

🧵The migrating geese quilt blocks are created using a specialized technique for an off-center and unique look.

✂️You can effectively utilize scrap fabrics from your basket to make the migrating geese quilt blocks.

🔲Start by cutting a 6-inch square for the background and a 6 1/4-inch square for the geese.

🧭Divide the geese square diagonally to create two triangles for the geese units.

🚀Repeat the process to make multiple migrating geese quilt blocks and arrange them to create stunning quilt strips.

Q&A

What size should I cut the background square?

Cut a 6-inch square for the background of each migrating geese quilt block.

How do I cut the geese squares?

Cut a 6 1/4-inch square for the geese units. Divide it diagonally to create two triangles.

Can I use different fabrics for the geese units?

Yes, you can use scrap fabrics or any fabrics of your choice to create the migrating geese quilt blocks.

What is the benefit of using the migrating geese technique?

The migrating geese technique allows you to create unique and visually appealing quilt blocks with an off-center effect.

How can I arrange the migrating geese blocks to create stunning quilt strips?

Arrange the migrating geese blocks in different combinations to create visually striking quilt strips.

Timestamped Summary

00:01Introduction: Learn how to make migrating geese quilt blocks using a specialized technique.

00:22Cutting the background square: Start by cutting a 6-inch square for the background of each migrating geese block.

00:49Cutting the geese squares: Cut a 6 1/4-inch square for the geese units and divide it diagonally to create two triangles.

03:08Sewing the geese units: Stitch the geese units to the background square to create the migrating geese block.

04:20Creating quilt strips: Repeat the process to make multiple migrating geese blocks and arrange them to create stunning quilt strips.