What Quilters Are Saying
“I love how the printed lines take the guesswork out of making Flying Geese.”
“The Quiltsmart method makes it so much easier to get consistent Flying Geese.”
“I was surprised at how quickly I could make a long strip of Flying Geese.”
Flying Geese At A Glance
Finished size: 2" × 4"
Fabric: 2½" strips
Product type: Printed fusible interfacing pattern
Pack makes: 96 Flying Geese
Yield: More than 5 yards of Flying Geese
Skill level: Beginner-friendly
Best for: Quilts, borders, jackets, bags, pillows & home décor
First time using Quiltsmart? Choose the Pack
Choose Your Flying Geese Option
Pack
Includes instructions and 2 panels of printed interfacing, enough to make 96 Flying Geese, or more than 5 yards of geese. Recommended for first-time Quiltsmart users.
Instructions Only
For quilters who already have the interfacing and need the pattern instructions.
Panel
One panel of printed Flying Geese interfacing.
Bolt
25 panels of printed Flying Geese interfacing. A good choice for shops, teachers, and quilters making multiple projects.
What You'll Learn
- How to use Quiltsmart printed fusible interfacing to make Flying Geese
- How to work with 2½" fabric strips
- How to place and fuse your fabric
- How to sew accurately using the printed lines
- How to create consistent 2" × 4" Flying Geese
- How to make long Flying Geese strips efficiently
- How to incorporate Flying Geese into quilts and other quilted projects
Who Is This For
Perfect for:
- Quilters who love the look of Flying Geese but don't love all the measuring
- Beginners learning to make Flying Geese
- Experienced quilters looking for a faster construction method
- Scrap quilters with lots of 2½" strips
- Quilters making borders and long decorative strips
- Quilt coat and garment makers
- Teachers and quilt shops looking for an easy-to-teach Flying Geese technique
Flying Geese are one of those classic quilt shapes that can do a lot of work. Use them as a bold border around a quilt, add them to blocks, or create long strips of geese for quilted jackets, bags, pillows, wall hangings, and home décor.
The Quiltsmart Flying Geese pattern creates 2" × 4" finished geese and is designed to work with 2½" strips, making it a handy way to use precut strips and fabric scraps. The pattern also pairs beautifully with the Quiltsmart Tree of Life design.
What Can I Make With Flying Geese
Quilt Borders
Create a dramatic border that adds movement around your quilt.
Quilted Jackets
Use Flying Geese as a fabric design element in a wearable project.
Pillows & Home Décor
Turn Flying Geese into striking pillow fronts, runners, or wall hangings.
Scrap Quilts
Put your favorite scraps and 2½" strips to work.
Tree of Life Quilts
Use Flying Geese as a coordinating border for the Quiltsmart Tree of Life pattern.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a Flying Geese quilt pattern?
Yes. Quiltsmart Flying Geese is a printed fusible interfacing pattern that helps you make 2" × 4" Flying Geese for quilts and other quilted projects.
Is this a paper pattern?
No. The pattern is printed directly on lightweight fusible interfacing. Unlike a paper template, the interfacing remains in the project to help with construction and add stability.
Is this a digital download?
No. This is a physical printed interfacing product. The Instructions Only option contains the instructions without the interfacing.
What size are the Flying Geese?
The finished Flying Geese measure 2" × 4".
What size fabric strips do I need?
The pattern is designed to be 2½" strip friendly.
How many Flying Geese can I make?
The Pack includes two panels of interfacing and makes 96 Flying Geese, or more than 5 yards of Flying Geese.
Is fabric included?
No. You purchase the printed interfacing and instructions. Fabric and other sewing supplies are not included.
Is the interfacing fusible?
Yes. Quiltsmart patterns use lightweight interfacing with fusible adhesive dots.
Can I wash my finished project?
Yes. The water-based ink does not wash away in the washing machine, and the interfacing remains in the quilt.
Can I use Flying Geese for something besides a quilt?
Absolutely. Flying Geese can be used for quilt borders, wall hangings, pillows, bags, garments, and other quilted projects.
I'm new to Quiltsmart. Which option should I buy?
Start with the Pack. It includes the instructions and two interfacing panels, making 96 Flying Geese.