Absolute Best Secret for Disappearing 9-Patch Blocks - the "In Flying Color" Layout

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In this week’s quilting tutorial, I’ll share my favorite disappearing 9-patch trick. Don’t Miss this D9Patch Secret! This is a perfect way to use all those extra leftover charm squares. You’ll be surprised at the endless possibilities these fabric scraps offer. Don't waste any more fabric, grab your charms and let's get started!
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Content:
0:00 Introduction
0:00 Cutting D9P Blocks Diagonally
3:50 Arrangement Variations
5:12 Low Volume Fabric 9-Patch
7:15 Low Volume Arrangement Variations
8:11 Final Cut
10:55 Surprise Layout
12:26 Cutting 8 Small Triangles
15:20 Creating the New Block
19:37 How to sew D9P HSTs
25:34 9-Patch Color Placement
28:11 A New Layout
35:10 Which Ruler Works Best for Trimming
42:35 The Easiest Layout with No Matching Seams!
46:19 This is ‘In Flying Color’
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[@janicemccann2660]

I’m speechless-this is one of the best ideas I’ve seen! I love flying geese and the disappearing 9 patch and you managed to combine them in such a wonderful block! Outstanding, thanks so much!

[@annmaines4964]

My head is spinning! So are those blocks! I can’t decide which way to go. But, of course, I think you’ve covered every single source and way to do it. Maybe not? Lisa Louise you are amazing and I love watching you every time you post.thank you for an amazing quilt top again.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Could you tell my head was spinning, too, Ann?! This tutorial was such a joy to make and I had so much fun. I'm glad you liked it, too! Now I need to challenge myself to fun some other ideas with these simple 9-patch blocks. Thanks so much for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@maryannecadd796]

Wow! What a great idea!!! I'm loving the mixture of low contrast with the brighter colors. I absolutely can't wait to try this. Your enthusiasm is definitely catching. 💞😻

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Combining low volume fabrics with bright colors is the perfect recipe for eye-catching designs, Maryanne. Get ready to wow everyone with your quilts! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@debbiewood2675]

What a wonderful scrappy flying geese block. Kind of intimidated by it but anxious to give it a try. Thanks for t h e wonderful tutorial.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Don't be intimidated, Debbie! Just take it one step at a time and you'll do fine. You'll enjoy making your own and seeing how different the results can be! Thanks so much for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@jesspeak7543]

Very clever combinations with the various cuts, twists and turns. Thank you so much tor sharing your passion of quilting and half square triangles. The flying geese blocks are phenomenal.❤ ❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad you enjoyed it, Jess! It was fun to work though and discover the hidden treasure! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@BonnieJWolz]

Pattern please ? Thank you !

[@sandrabeadle6344]

@@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouiseiki

[@dannamcgowen3889]

Wow! The ideas are 'flying' a round my brain. I love scappy so these are great.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Right?! This is an interesting layout to play with, Danna! Have fun with it. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@cynthialodermeier5291]

Love the mixed up flying geese!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

They are an amusing 'flock' of blocks to look at, Cynthia! These FG will make an awesome quilt. Sure appreciate you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@judidavieswebb]

I love the block like this, it is a fresh way to show off a basic block and make it special. ❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad you enjoyed this Judi! This layout really had me excited and I love how it turned out. Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@jilbertb]

Wow! So pretty! I never would have thought to cut a DNP, diagonally! Ooo, put a plain sqr on top, sew the outer borders, cut diagonally and you got 4 (1/2's) done! Definitely trying this!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

That idea didn't even come to me until the end, Jil! Now we need to try that one out, too. So glad you enjoyed this one! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@Quiltycat-dq3ys]

I agree. This might be the one time I'd press the 9patch open vs pressing to nest the seams. Cool block!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

These are some thick seams and pressing them open helped a lot! Thanks so much for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@dananutt3704]

Simply beautiful!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks Dana! Sure appreciate you watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@victoryphxaz1]

I really love the way you go step by step. I'm a newbie to quilting and so excited on trying this tutorial ☺️. But first I need to finish my Granddaughters quilt and her baby dolls matching quilt. Thank you for taking the time to make these tutorials and sharing with us!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

So glad you enjoyed watching my tutorial! These flying geese look awesome and are such fun to make. Get those quilts finished so you can get started on your FG quilt! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@victoryphxaz1]

😊 I am just about done with her twin size quilt. All that is left to do is add the binding and quilt it. I will hand quilt it like my grandmother did when I was a young girl. She hand quilted with yarn. I can't wait to try the flying geese one. But that will have to be a smaller one 😉

[@marshawallace7522]

I too prefer a 'controlled scrappy' color way so I appreciate you sharing your process as you lay out the 9 patch as well as the pinning tips. Great tutorial.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad to see you're a fan of the "organized scrappy" style too, Marsha! It's like organized chaos, right? Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@sharonledbetter9617]

Love these Flying Disappearing Nine Patch Geese

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Me too, Sharon! Definitely a new favorite with lots of potential. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@chriswilford3576]

What a brilliant idea. Thank you for playing with it and then for sharing it with us. Isn’t the quilting world marvellous for its sharing and helping others. 🪡🧵

[@debbietrent3857]

Ohhh my! The twists and turns of quilting!!! Awesome!!!!❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

That's what makes this block so much fun, Debbie! Glad you enjoyed my antics of getting there! 😂 Quilting always entertains me which is why I enjoy sharing it all via videos. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@bevcote2357]

Thank you for the 45mm blade sale. I bought them to try. Great video. Blessings.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Enjoy those new blades, Bev! Thanks so much for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@melaniehefner948]

Wow, wow, wow!

[@user-qk2bh7ks3e]

Wonderful! My mind is spinning with quilt ideas.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Wonderful! Go with it and see what layout you can come up with. Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@ninatrusty2057]

I enjoy seeing your mix of scraps in your blocks. I love sewing with my scraps. You are a bit of a perfectionist, though, but I'm sure many viewers appreciate the tips in small details.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks for the compliment! Perfectionist, Creative, Obsessive, Curious, etc., can all certainly fit, Nina! It's probably what pushes me outside the box which is what I love to do! My fussy nature keeps my mind going in circles sometimes and often results in some creative ideas. I really appreciate your comment! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@merrileesmink2579]

I love the pattern you developed and will definitely try it. Thanks.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Wonderful, Merrilee! Enjoy making your own. Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@kfaz3979]

@InspiredQuiltingByLeaLouise , can I just say AAAAHMAZING?! I love how your creative brain works and that you’re generous enough to share it with the rest of us! I love this so much I’ve already been calculating how many blocks I need to make to make a throw for myself! I absolutely love your collection of all fabrics, but that you use low volume so much! I’m quite partial to them. Thanks so much for your generosity and sharing! Off to do a few baby charity quilts like this first! 😊

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Wow, thank you so much! You'll have fun making these blocks and what a fantastic quilt they'll make! Sure appreciate you following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@andreagraham8720]

This is a wonderful idea! What a great way to, again, make it scrappy. I love all the excitement you show when creating something new.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thank you so much, Andrea! Quilting should be all about fun and not fussing over if everything is perfect...b/c it never will be. So simply enjoy the journey! Yes, this one had me very excited and am so pleased with the results. Already thinking about a few other options, too. Sure appreciate you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@joycheek6756]

Wow loved your blocks

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks so much, Joy! They're as amusing to look at as they are to make! Sure appreciate you watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@stefwild3322]

Love how these blocks turned out.😀😀

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

It's all about that block magic, right, Stef? These D9P certainly did that! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@icacoordinator]

You’re brilliant! I just love this idea! I have almost finished a queen size “All Blocked In” quilt. This will be next on my list! Thank you!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Congrats, awesome to hear your ABI quilt is nearly finished! You'll definitely enjoy making this one. Thanks so much for following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@kathyvandewater590]

Excellent tutorial! I’m as excited as you are about these blocks & all the possibilities. Thanks for sharing. ❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

So glad, Kathy! I can't wait to make this quilt now that I have the blocks figure out. So many options to choose from with these D9P blocks! Sure appreciate you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@janemoore2027]

Thank you! Excellent sewing and pressing tips!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad it was helpful, Jane! Sure appreciate you following along! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@sandramcmaster7004]

Love this pattern going to have to try this one next I love playing with and cutting blocks

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Have fun, Sandra! This one will keep you busy for a long time. Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@doreensherk287]

This is a great tutorial, I also have an issue with 1/2 square triangles……….. So many great ideas. Thank you ❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

So glad you can appreciate my triangle dilemma, Doreen! Happy you enjoyed these ideas. Thanks so much for following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@lesleygilbert1945]

Once again, another fabulous finish - what beautiful blocks 🥰

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Who knew a Gaggle of Geese could make such a beautiful Flock of Blocks, Lesley! This was great fun and I'm still smiling when I look at these colorful geese. They're still on the table and looking very happy! Sure appreciate you following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@agneszicarelli5011]

Amei a aula. A ideia é ótima. E você é muito divertida e entusiasmada. Obrigada. Abraços desde Brasil..

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Que bom que gostou do meu tutorial, Agnes! Aqui estão meus abraços de volta para você. Muito obrigado por assistir! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@user-nv9mv7hg9i]

beautiful

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thank you for watching! 😊 Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@marywise2014]

Love, love, love your ideas! Especially with dark and light flying geese. Thank you for sharing!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Contrast is everything in quilting, Mary! Try this one and you'll see just what I mean! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@moniquevanheck9457]

i Love this! and your colors..! you always have the best fabrics

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thank you so much, Monique! This was a fun tutorial for me to do. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@paulajernigan4867]

that is going to be a beautiful quilt

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thank you, Paula! I can't wait to get some more blocks finished and see how they all look together. Glad you stopped by to watch! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@patriciamoller3060]

Thankyou , very clever , love love ,your ideas

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad you like them, Patricia! This was quite an adventure getting to the final block. It'll sure make a great quilt. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@peggyfanning9258]

I love it! Definitely going to try!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You should, Peggy! The results are awesome. Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@murielmorris4954]

Thank you so much for this interesting video 🇨🇦

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Happy you enjoyed it, Muriel! Thanks so much for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@krisd2509]

Interesting video. Please don't put the fingers of your left hand on either side of your cut line. If your rotary cutter slipped, you could cut into your hand between the fingers which ir very dangerous. Safety First.!!!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You're absolutely correct, Kris! I didn't even realize I did that and definitely need to be more aware! Thanks for the safety tip. Sure appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@jennyharris2993]

She has to hold the ruler down

[@corinastandley1320]

Yes, please make a pattern because this is such a beautiful quilt

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Got it, Corina! Just got home from a cruise last night and I'm already thinking about it. 😍 I love this block and know other will have fun with it too! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@santagreen7360]

Thanks for the clip, love that recipe

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

It's so good! Hope you get to make and enjoy it, too. 😊 Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@violetlaferriere3985]

Thank you for showing a lot of the possibilities. Love all the sewing tips too.❤❤❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You are so welcome, Violet! Glad you enjoy my video. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@C123abc]

Thanks for giving me the courage to try something new! You really have a great eye for color and arrangement and I hope to develop that too.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You've got this, Ceil! It's easy, forgiving, and so much fun! Enjoy making your next quilts. Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@annamoreau457]

Another awesome tutorial 😮

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Yay, glad you think so, Anna! Sure appreciate you following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@marionbarber984]

Very nice.😃

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks, Marion! 😊 Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@beckyspencer1458]

Thank you!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks so much for watching, Becky! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@patriciapowell4464]

Love that. It turned out great!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

So glad you liked this block, Patricia! It was great fun to pull together. Sure appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@catherinewells2480]

Lovely!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks so much, Catherine! Sure appreciate you watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@jaynewood6714]

Oh my! Oh my! Oh my! I’ve done a few quilts ( as you have) and triangles are a challenge for sure! You tried real hard to guide us through this -- but you nearly lost me ( or maybe it was the editing) I’ll be back Thanks for making my brain hurt

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

This video completely surprised me, too, Jayne! I got caught up in the what-ifs and just kept going. There will definitely be a follow up to give more details. Thanks for hanging in there! Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@linsmith2310]

❤😊 Hello, just finding Ur Channel, leaning what fun and making it look so Easy, I'm reconnecting back Sewing, Quilting, been too many year's. Enjoying Ur easy just mix and do, approach, fun and look how great it turned out, Thank's keep em coming, Appreciate ❤😊

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Welcome, Lin! Glad you enjoy my easy going style. Quilting should be fun, creative, and easy to do. That's how I love to quilt and exactly what I share with viewers. Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@vickirobles3406]

Wonderful video-how fun this will be to play with~~~thank you so much for all the ideas!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

So glad to hear, Vicki! It's a wonderful block and great fun to make. Thanks so much for watching. Be sure to check back for more quilting inspiration! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@dulinshome]

That is the best tutorial on binding I have ever seen. Thank you, Julie.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Wow, thank you! So glad you enjoyed it. Sure appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@sonyasmithart9085]

Thank you very much I have got a lot of ideas from you

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Glad to hear that Sonya! Sure appreciate you following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@jeanettewithrow9641]

Looks like fun

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Yes, these blocks took time to work through but they are lots of fun to make, Jeanette! Glad to have you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@diannegreholver704]

Thanks!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Your generous support is greatly appreciated, Dianne! Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@diannegreholver704]

You are so welcome. Your work is absolutely amazing.

[@abibritton8791]

That was so much fun to watch! And now I'm going to be late for work, lol! ❤ xoxo, from Abigail in beautiful New Hampshire

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

So happy you enjoyed this, Abi! Hope your boss understands just how important quilting is! 😂 I used to visit the Nashua Mall regularly when we lived in MA - we were practically neighbors! Thanks so much for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@lindastillion8332]

Make certain you have a nice new sharp needle!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You're right, Linda! A new sharp needle always improves results! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@sarahpitrof3765]

WOW! What a creative new block! I love squaring up with my Bloc-Loc. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Great tip, Sarah! It's definitely a great block - have fun with it! Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@elizabethannwest646]

Lea you rock your such a great teacher i learn so much from each of your videos. Thanks for being a 😊wonderful teacher your a natural😊

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thank you, Elizabeth! 😃 Viewers like you keep me motivated to quilt and come up with new ideas. My payoff is being able to play with lots of fabrics! That's a win-win for all❣ Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@christinegrossi4430]

i just love your design work and super tips. I’ve watched this twice and I know I’ll be back for at least one more viewing.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You and me both, Christine! This tutorial took on a life of its own and even had me guessing just how it would turn out. It was definitely a fun block to work with! Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@vickirobles3406]

Wonderfully Fabulous!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks a million, Vicki! Sure appreciate you following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@sewterie]

wow. VERY FUN BLOCK. I have to try this. Thanks lea Louise

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Enjoy it, Terie! You'll love the results. Thanks so much for following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@karenwood7393]

This is also fun to do with your adding machine tape strips. Did one in making 10" squares into pinwheels.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Ooooh, that sounds wonderful, Karen! Thanks so much for following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@Westernwilson]

Love D9P ideas, they are a great way to make a quick quilt. Just watch your shapes as at 31:35 you just can't help but read those shapes as a swastika...

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

That's something I noticed with other layouts, too. After researching old quilt patterns I found that particular layout dates back way before it became associated with WWII. It's unfortunate when something intended to be beautiful is stolen and turned into an evil message. Though I totally agree with you, it's not an appropriate block to use. Thanks for your comment. I appreciate you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@janicemccann2660]

Yes, it’s a shame that we all see a swastika first, but that may be due to the current political environment!!! I’m choosing to just see it as another quilt design

[@marionbarber984]

Dear Lea, How pretty! I've done the regular disappearing nine patch, now I have to try this method. I really like the flying geese aspect. Thank you. Lovely fabric! Also thanks for all the great different tips, techniques. Take care. Marion in Oregon.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Hi Marion in Oregon! You'll enjoy making this version. I hope the tips will make it all much easier, too. Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@dottierivette2911]

I find that if i use a grooved out pressure foot and move my needle over to have a quarter inch seam , it makes a huge difference. I see you are using a viking so use the B pressure foot. You will be amazed how well that works.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks for sharing, Dottie! I really appreciate that tip. Glad to have you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@JeanMcDoniel]

You are GREAT 👍 ❤ I'm sure gonna love ❤️ your channel! Your mind is so creative ✨️

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Hey, thanks a bunch, Jean! Your comment made my day! Glad to have you following along. Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@AnitaSouthall]

If I had all your blocks, I'm pretty sure I would have to layout the whole selection beforehand.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Sometimes I need to do that, too, Anita! Pairing up these FG first helps get a handle on placement. I'll probably assemble multiple 4-patches then put the quilt together. It's certainly a brain teaser! Thanks for following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

Your blocks turned out beautiful. To me, that looks very hard to do. I have never made a Disappearing Nine-Patch Block. However, I have watched several videos where other people did make them. Your way looks like it will be the hardest. You made me dizzy several times during this video. So I stopped the video, waited a while, then went back to watching. I do have a lot of issues with my eyes.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

You can do it, Arvetta! This video is a follow up the introduction that may be what you'd enjoy watching first at this link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmiYm6idjJV_pbs This video link above starts at the beginning and will help you understand how to make your disappearing 9-patch block. Once you understand how to make the 9-patch, the rest is lots of fun to play with. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@christinegonzales3514]

I wonder if it works with a 4 patch I have lots of them

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Absolutely, Christine! Two ways I can think of off the top of my head. The easiest: Cut a background fabric square the size of your 4-patch. Draw a diagonal line from corner to corner and place on your 4-patch. Then sew a 1/4-inch seam along each side. Cut along the line and you now have 2 HSTs. Mix them up and join them together for a Flying Geese block. #2 would be for a larger size 4-patch. Follow the same steps except you'll draw two diagonal lines in both directions. Then sew and cut as above, making two cuts for this block. You'll finish with four HSTs that you can join together. It'd sure be fun to try! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@Aevans8736]

I loved the scrappy flying geese! I will have to try!

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Definitely give them a try! They are wonderful and will look awesome in a large quilt. Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@sheilajones1657]

Try using a rotary cutting board to trim the squares. It spins so you never need to turn the fabric.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

That's a very good idea, Sheila! It definitely makes trimming easier. Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@AnitaSouthall]

At 31:43 all I see is an unfortunate swastika shape. My husband pointed one of those out to me in a previous project so I decided to change it. All the other many options work well enough. ❤

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Totally understand, Anita! This quilt block goes way back before WWII and I'm not going to let politics take it away. Just my thoughts though I realize not everyone may agree. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@patcorona5979]

Please be careful with your cutting! I cringed when you’re cutting an area that was missed and you were holding the fabric and almost cutting it between your fingers ❤. Otherwise, what a great way to cut the nine patch. So different than the vertical/horizontal lines.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Thanks for the reminder, Pat! Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@HettieWaghorn]

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[@karenbarton1717]

Ummmm, pink swastika

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Good point, Karen. This design is actually a very old, traditional block used long before WWII. I realized it in another quilt I made and did some research. I'll stick with the traditional quilters interpretations and stay away from the politics. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@missdisenchanted]

I noticed that too. I’ll definitely avoid that specific combination when using this method.

[@SusiesStitches]

Careful I'm seeing swastika in your design

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

Yes, you do, Susie. Here's my thought on that. The swastika was a quilt pattern long before it was a sign of hatred. Perhaps we can now use it as it was originally intended. Thanks for your comment. Appreciate you watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

[@SusiesStitches]

@@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise I still think you should be respectful as Jews are being persecuted all over the world today with swastikas being painted all over monuments, and Jewish homes etc.... There are pleanty of other designs as you said to make with those other configurations and not perpetuate the bad feelings that others may feel seeing this. Steven West did just that on a huge Knit along with a mystery shawl just last year. He had every one rework the beginning of a shawl after they noticed this in his MKAL.

[@alexandra-zaza-burns]

Thanks for a great tutorial. I love the 9 patch geese.

[@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise]

So happy to hear you loved it! Who know geese could be so artsy? Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise