I cut the large squares at 4 1/2 inches and the small squares at 2 1/2 inches. I figured I would get 9 squares from each strip of coral and I needed 50, so I needed 6 strips, which was 27 inches. I cut 28 inches and thoroughly starched the fabric before cutting. My measurements for the 2 1/2 inch squares as I was using fat quarters were that I would need 5 fat quarters and 200 squares, which I thoroughly starched before cutting.
I decided that since the pieces were intentionally ovcersized I would not take the time to mark the diagonal, and used 2 pieces of 1/4 in tape to keep it straight.
After the quarter inch is stitched on both sides of the diagonal, I cut them apart and added another square to each end.
I cut them apart and had 4 flying geese from that set
The geese needed a little trimming using the lines on the wing clipper
And they were as nearly perfect as I have ever made them.
In my opinion, this is the best flying geese method I have ever tried. I tried eleanor burns method earlier this year here, and I did not like it. I felt there was a lot of waste in time and fabric. I tried just the regular flip and sew method, but I seem to lose the quarter inch at the top.
I am still happy with my starch experiment and will continue using it. I think the cutting is better if i pre starch.
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and there is a mystery link up at Quiltville
I love my Deb Tucker rulers. I agree that the flying geese made this way is one of the best ways.
ReplyDeleteOddly enough I am using tons of starch on my fabric for On Ringo Lake. I bought some concentrate and sprayed all my fat quarters and pressed them. I hope that any shrinkage of fabric has already happened. I am loving how the fabric behaves with starch on it.
Helen
Nice geese! I am now hooked on Deb Tucker's Wing Clipper also. I love Eleanor but don't like to waste fabric.
ReplyDeleteYyeah, I like the Wing Clipper, too.
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ReplyDeleteI agree - I think your geese look great. It sounds like an easy approach, and you made it look rather foolproof. I like the fabrics you are using as well! ~smile~ Roseanne
Starching CAN be really helpful. Glad you found the way that works for you.
ReplyDeleteI have that Wing Clipper but have never used it. Looks like I need to give it a try. I'm saving the clues for the Ringo Lake mystery but haven't started it yet. It's fun to see the fabrics everyone is using.
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