The Simple Approach to Migrating SL Staggered Flying Geese Units

TLDRLearn how to create migrating SL staggered flying geese units to use as a border treatment or to make a quilt longer than it is wide. Sewing these units together is simple and straightforward, requiring basic knowledge of sewing and quilting techniques.

Key insights

🧵Migrating SL staggered flying geese units are a versatile quilting technique used for borders and quilt lengthening.

✂️To make the units, start with a background square and sew half-square triangles on one side.

🔻Cut the half-square triangles in half diagonally and press the units toward the geese triangles.

🧵Sew the geese units together in a desired color sequence to form a strip for borders or quilt lengthening.

✂️Finish the strip by sewing a triangle on one end and a small triangle on the other end to create a straight edge.

Q&A

What are migrating SL staggered flying geese units used for?

These units are commonly used as border treatments or to make quilts longer than they are wide.

Can I customize the color sequence of the geese units?

Yes, you can choose any color sequence you prefer to create a unique and personalized look for your project.

Do I need advanced quilting skills to create these units?

No, this technique is suitable for beginners and requires only basic sewing and quilting skills.

Can I use different sizes for the background square and geese triangles?

Yes, you can customize the sizes based on your project requirements and preferences.

Are there any alternative ways to sew the geese units together?

Yes, you can experiment with different sewing methods, such as using partial seams or matching points, to create variations in the design.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to migrating SL staggered flying geese units and their versatility in quilting projects.

04:03Step-by-step process of creating migrating geese units, starting with a background square and adding half-square triangles.

08:44Demonstration of sewing the units together in a desired color sequence to create the strip for borders or quilt lengthening.

09:57Explanation of how to finish the strip by sewing triangles on the ends to create straight edges.