Workshop: Buzzing Geese with Vasudha Govindan

Buzzing Geese is a modern interpretation of the traditional flying geese block. It varies size and placement of the geese to create movement, and give it a fresh, modern look. Varying the color or value of the "geese" creates an illusion of spiral movement.

Learn to make accurate flying geese units without special rulers or tools. Experiment with different colors and values to change the look of your quilt. Use large scraps or fat quarters or ombre fabric for an interesting effect.

Vasudha will also be teaching this workshop at QuiltCon 2024.

There is no fee for the workshop. However, participants are required to purchase a PDF pattern ($10.) Link to purchase the digital (pdf) pattern will be emailed to participants before the workshop. The pattern will include fabric requirements as well as different color placements and ideas that will help you choose fabric for your quilt.

Materials:

• The Buzzing Geese pattern (Link to purchase the $10 digital (pdf) pattern will be emailed to participants before the workshop.)

• Sewing machine (don't forget pedal & cord!), thread, needle, etc.

• Rotary cutter, mat, ruler

• Sharp tip pen/pencil for marking

• Seam ripper

• Ruler for trimming the flying geese: 6" x 12" or larger with 1/4" grid lines and a 45 deg line. Note: If your ruler does not have a 45 deg line, you can draw it with a fine tip permanent marker.

• Small iron & pad (There will be one or two irons to share at the workshop but you can bring a small iron & pad for personal use.)

• Extension cord

You may want to bring a lunch to eat at the end of the guild meeting before the workshop begins.