--- title: "Using the Quilt-in-a-Day Flying Geese Ruler" date: 2025-06-16 author: "Quiltweb" featured_image: "https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-Four-at-a-Time.webp" --- # Using the Quilt-in-a-Day Flying Geese Ruler ## Methods of Making Flying Geese Quilt Blocks I found at least 10 different ways of making the Flying Geese quilt block, and I have no doubt that there are more. This tutorial is for the [Quilt-in-a-Day Flying Goose Ruler](https://scrapdash.com/make-flying-geese-quilt-blocks-qiad/). If you would like a chart, there is one available at [Scrapdash](https://scrapdash.com/bean-there-week-seven). Here are some of the methods I found. - [Using a Traditional Method](https://scrapdash.com/how-to-make-a-traditional-flying-goose-quilt-block/) - [Using the Wing Clipper or No-Math Ruler](https://scrapdash.com/flying-goose-quilt-block/) - [Using the One-Seam Method](https://scrapdash.com/mardi-gras-geese/) - [Using Three-Dimensional Geese](https://scrapdash.com/dimensional-flying-geese/) - [Using HSTs](https://scrapdash.com/chocolate-hearts-quilt-block/) - [Accuquilt](https://shareasale.com/m-pr.cfm?merchantid=50439&userid=1512603&productid=1236153860&afftrack=) - [Square-in-a-Square](https://scrapdash.com/blast-from-the-past-12-2008/) - [Corners on a triangle using the Ultimate Flying Geese Tool](https://amzn.to/3VuuI3T) - [Using Strips](https://youtu.be/JS-cg8BNpdo?si=xYbCmaLqn-MlW0GG) (video) ## Items you might like to have on hand - a large [Quilt-in-a day Flying Geese Ruler](https://amzn.to/407lVKv) - [Invisigrip](https://amzn.to/4n1vzbq) for the back of the ruler - [rotating cutting board](https://www.amazon.com/shop/scrapdash/list/3JV0YQ9SKWO6J) - [sharp pins (applique or patchwork)](https://www.amazon.com/shop/scrapdash/list/3JV0YQ9SKWO6J) - [Best Press](https://amzn.to/3FYgfaL) ## Making Four 2-1/2″ x 4-1/2″ (unfinished) Flying Geese Blocks Using the quilt in a day (four at a time) Method ![Colorful quilt corner triangles on holiday-themed fabric. Perfect for Christmas quilting projects.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-Four-at-a-Time-300x225.webp) **Assemble:** - (8) 7″ White squares - (8) 5-1/2″ Red squares In this method, you work with much larger pieces until the flying goose unit is completed, and then you trim it with a [Large Quilt in a Day Flying Geese ruler.](https://amzn.to/45ly5mB) Start with a 7″ square white fabric. This is the “sky” or corners of the block. Lay on top of that a 5-1/2″ red square, right sides together and roughly centered on the larger square. This is the “goose” or center of the block. Draw a line through the diagonal of both squares. Pin carefully, then sew 1/4″ on either side of the diagonal. Cut on the line and press to the larger triangle. ![Colorful quilt fabric square on a green cutting mat.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-1.webp) ![Colorful patchwork quilt square with floral pattern and textured fabric.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-13.webp) ![Close-up of quilt fabric squares with red and white patterns on a green cutting mat.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-14.webp) Lay your two odd shaped squares on top of each other, right sides together, matching the corners of the smaller triangle with the corners of the larger one. The seams WILL NOT touch each other. Once again, draw a line on the diagonal (crossing the center seam) and sew 1/4″ on either side of the line. Cut on the line. You should end up with a unit that looks like the one to the bottom right. Make a small clip in the center so you can press both sides away from the goose. Now just cut this unit in half, pressing to the white. ![Close-up of fabric squares with pins for quilting assembly.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-15.webp) ![Colorful fabric triangles for quilting, sewing, and craft projects on a green cutting mat.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-16.webp) ![Colorful quilt block sewing project with red and white fabric pieces.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-17.webp) Square it up using the Flying Geese ruler. Use [Omnigrip](https://amzn.to/45WiDNT) on the back to keep it from slipping. You will make (4) Flying Geese Units. ![Colorful holiday-themed fabric quilt block on cutting mat. Perfect for festive quilting projects and holiday decorations.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-18.webp) ![Decorative fabric gift card holder with embroidery and quilting design.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-19.webp) ![Precise fabric cutting with quilting rulers and templates for accurate quilt pieces.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/QIAD-Flying-Geese-Ruler-20.webp) A [rotating mat](https://www.amazon.com/shop/scrapdash/list/3JV0YQ9SKWO6J) comes in very handy! ## quilt patterns using flying geese ![Colorful Christmas themed quilt with red, green, and yellow patterns for holiday decor.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/bean-there1-673x800.webp) [Bean There](https://phoebemoon.com/quilt-patterns/bean-there-quilt-pattern/) ![Colorful patchwork quilt on a cozy armchair.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Country-Gardens-Chair-8001-640x800.webp) [Country Gardens](https://phoebemoon.com/quilt-patterns/country-gardens-twin-quilt-pattern/) ![Elegant quilted patchwork throw featuring a blue and white star design, perfect for decorating sofas and armchairs.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Family-Treasure1-800x640.webp) [Family Treasure](https://phoebemoon.com/quilt-patterns/family-treasure-king-quilt-pattern/) ![Floating-Stars-Quilt-Pattern](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Floating-Stars-Quilt-Pattern1.webp)[Floating Stars](https://phoebemoon.com/floating-stars-queen-quilt-pattern/) ![Colorful American flag-inspired quilt wall decor with stars and stripes.](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Independence-Day-Wall1-651x800.webp) [Independence Day](https://phoebemoon.com/quilt-patterns/independence-day-mini-quilt-pattern/) ![Welcome-Home Quilt Pattern](https://quiltweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Welcome-Home1.webp)[Welcome Home](https://phoebemoon.com/quilt-patterns/welcome-home-queen-quilt-pattern/)