Making a FLYING GOOSE quilt with my son John

This video is a special one timed to come out on Mother's Day here in the UK. Some of you might remember the video last year where I talked about how to make a no-waste flying goose block (I will pop a link to that video below!) At the end of that video my son John came and had some fun messing around with the blocks. Well I really liked what he did, so we decided to make the quilt that way! So I hope you enjoy watching John make his first quilt! He was in a particularly silly mood...
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Kate
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[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you for the lovely response to John making his first quilt! I am so proud of how he managed and I am glad you all enjoyed it. I wonder if I can get him to finish it now! xxx

[@saocorreia3499]

Um abraço desde a Ilha da Madeira Portugal 🙏🏼🇵🇹❤

[@julesmeans8174]

Oh this is fun to watch. Memories of teaching mine to use the sewing machine. My daughter was less interested than her brother. He learned to knit, too! (They are now 43 and 42). Teaching my granddaughter from about 7 on was fun while it lasted. She’s now 15 and no longer interested. He’s getting it!!! His method of ironing cracked me up! The swipes 🤪

[@julesmeans8174]

You sometimes sew a single layer to prevent fraying!

[@iHanna]

Your fans demands it! 😅

[@miiriastorey9655]

Yes please bring John back next channel how to put together batting, backing and binding. He's pretty funny man. Good work together!😋

[@GailK.]

Boy I needed this today. My first night out of University hospital, after brain surgery, in a hotel a long way from home. I’m sitting here laughing for the first time in days, loving the humor, your family, the beautiful fabric, and can’t wait to get to my home similar to your cottage. I have another week to be here to get stitches out then I can get home again and back to my sewing. I should have brought my EPP or cross stitch with me but I didn’t know I’d be here so long. But watching John sewing blocks was just a wonderful idea. Thank you.

[@laurareiner]

Wishing you healing and a soon return home.

[@Talk-to-the-Pugs]

Wishing you a speedy recovery and many quilts to create.

[@lauralinash5341]

The joy of watching them playing and having fun is good remedy for our difficult times. Wishing you a good recovery, and hoping your surgery went well.💚

[@terriford5634]

I know what you mean. The happiness and fun is often the fresh breeze we need to find the peace in our own lives. Much comfort and good health and healing to you from the States.

[@northernkarma9296]

Sending healing prayers for you Gail. 💗💗

[@MsAuthenticite]

Happy mother's day❤

[@susans2599]

Apparently it's a universal rationale - Because I said so and I'm your mother !!!!! Love you Kate and your family,

[@bonniemandly1815]

My favorite video. JOHN is as charming as his mother! What a lovely way to spend Mothers Day.

[@redparrot9489]

The early quilting where Kate can’t bear to watch … 😂😂😂😂 …. Every parent ever. ❤

[@Mama2old1]

Loved watching this. You go for it John.

[@lisaalso7875]

Oh, you patient, patient woman! And you didn't try to strangle him even once! 😆🤣🤣🤣It's a video and quilt he'll treasure for his whole life! Nice!! 👍

[@maureenstevens5156]

Happy Belated Mothers Day

[@janetsmith2647]

“Because I said so and I’m your mother.” I love it, and it’s probably a good thing that mother instead of wife is doing the teaching. Lovely, lovely video.

[@carolynrockafellow417]

I love it..I’ve said that so many times 😂

[@ruthgoebel723]

This would be my son and me....😀😀!!!

[@gilliantangen3717]

Love your family dynamics, so entertaining and fun to be a part of your projects 👏👏👏

[@patbrady9531]

You are two lucky women to care for and about eaçh other so very much.

[@leannemori9688]

Applause for John!

[@carolvargas6507]

This was a DELIGHT to watch! The best video ever. I know you had so much fun spending time doing the thing you love with your son. And he was so very sweet to go along with it. I have two grown sons, too, that I rarely see. I miss the fun times we used to spend together. This was such a pleasure to watch, so moving to see how happy it made you. Thank you, thank you, thank you for making this video!!

[@SueGairson]

What a kind and loving son. He is spending time and making memories that will be a part of his quilt.

[@lindapotts4557]

You are so right, each time he looks at this quilt, for the rest of his life, he will remember this day. And Everytime I see a flying goose quilt I will too.

[@maureenlangerfeld8489]

Happy Mother's day!

[@nancyparris5597]

This is the BEST quilting video I've seen. We all should take some time to be more "carefree" in our quilting. Great job, John.

[@toddcucheron]

Such a precious time. John is so funny.

[@ameliagfawkes512]

We've lost a lot of integrity in our seams ... LOL! Corpsing here! He's not a bad lad, though! He loves his Mum enough to take himself well out of his comfort zone.

[@patl869]

Nice job John. You'll be a quilter in no time.

[@christinesellar3866]

Who needs tv when we have the Kate and John Show.(to say nothing of Anna). A lovely time on the LGS Cheers from Melbourne

[@sandrawooten9477]

I like John"s wood working videos.

[@CindyArnold-e5t]

My favorite video ever! I lost my adult son 2 years ago. I watched this through tears, smiles and laughter. My Sean and your John shared a particular sense of humor. Well done!❤️‍🩹❤️

[@gulaygokce5783]

RİP😢❤

[@sophiemom1714]

So sorry for your loss. May his memory be a comfort to you. I’m sure you can feel him there watching over you Stay strong.

[@Craftythrifter]

Sorry for your loss, sounds like you have some lovely memories. Bless you. 💕❤️

[@dianesigren8220]

Hi, I loved this video and watching John being so silly and loving. I also lost my adult son 2 years ago this month at 42, very unexpectedly. He had a wonderful, silly sense of humor and was also very loving. It's so great to see John with Kate! You too Anna ❤

[@dalilaortiz4618]

😢😢😢😢 yo también perdí a mi hija de 19 años! 💔💔🙏🙏

[@jnbowman481]

I give you Thumbs Up John. Your quilt is going to be beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@fimuseum]

This video just kept getting better and better !!!! Thank you Anna for your behind the scene work. Great editing. Thanks for leaving the camera run a few minutes longer. How priceless !!!!

[@dianengelman8773]

If John could see my first quilt, he would be really, really pleased with his own.

[@rosechernick8063]

Thank you Kate, John, and Anna. That was hysterical! I was laughing out loud and enjoying myself immensely. The love you all share for each other is so real and heartwarming. I can’t wait to see John finish his quilt! ❤

[@goldendoodle2218]

sew sweet building memories with your son

[@sandrahageman9955]

John says, “Does it matter?” Kate, “Yes, it does!” John is a good sport.

[@thenorthernsewist]

Fantastic John! And he was singing at one point! Well done Mum! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@tinatippin5705]

You know, John tossing the blocks was actually quite pleasing I thought when he first did it. Having him sew them together was priceless. I think he enjoyed it. Very similar to what he does with wood. Happy video. Thank you all.

[@MrJoannio]

John you were brilliant

[@kathlucy603]

Oh Dear John … such a character & a man of many talents but best of all … loves his wonderful mum! What a treat for us all. xx

[@cathyhasfaith6991]

John a fabulous first quilt. Please come back and finish your work!

[@Jas5]

You have raised a genuinely nice respectful son …..what an awesome Mother’s Day Gift😊

[@tuhiaonarain6376]

Well done mother and son.

[@cindygonzales7316]

When he rubbed the top of your head and your smile, it was a priceless moment. So sweet.

[@ros5745]

My 9 yr old grandson rubs the top of his grandad’s head just like that. So endearing.

[@emmapetersen5792]

❣️💞❣️ nothing like spending time with with your bb’s❣️💞❣️

[@christinebard5948]

As a mother of grown sons, I must say this was one of your best videos yet!!! The love between you & your son shone through!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@paulohlsson27]

Hi Christine, how's your day going with you?

[@paulohlsson27]

Thanks for the thumbs up, how are you spending your spare time?

[@daggy1778]

Dear Kate....................good to see you again here.......................your family is so beautiful,please excuse my bad english....................I am a german woman who love quilting...............and your son and daughter in law is the next generation..............................Daggy from Kiel,Germany☘☘☘

[@annrubino6252]

You and John have a lovely time together. What more could any Mother ask for. The memory of making this quilt will fill his heart forever. I love all the little tangents that occurred.

[@lwest5686]

The best Mother's Day ❤️ 💖 ♥️

[@paulohlsson27]

Hi Ann, how's your day going with you?

[@julievicary5606]

Your son is so much fun

[@hkreca622]

John will remember this day always. He is a hoot. It is hard to let someone else touch our machines. Good job, Mom, fixing everything.

[@claudiafigueiredo7969]

Oh, my goodness! I love this video so much! And John's "Goose Flying All Over" design is gorgeous! I love it! Thank you!

[@christinegossens5728]

Omg, this is hysterical! I love how grown children just revert back to small children when they’re with Mum! Xo

[@beccihayward975]

I think John may be like this all of the time!! I'd love to see more of John!!

[@carolynrockafellow417]

Exactly ❤

[@irenemarsh483]

What a lovely video your son has a great sense of humour like his mom 👍😊😊

[@shirleyleon7471]

Happy Mother’s Day ♥️

[@violet2048]

Many years ago I was teaching quilting and beginning sewing classes, and a man came in and explained he had built a Kingsized bed of mahogany and done some beautiful inlay designs. So he asked his wife to make a quilt. Her answer was not what he expected, and he came in the store and was directed to me. The first question was, "Do you have a sewing machine?" I then asked if he planned to do a lot of sewing or just this project. He said know and I recommended a Kenmore as I knew them well and he wouldn't have to lay out a lot money. We picked out fabrics and necessary notions. Next class he comes in and starts cutting away. He needed no help threading the machine and made his first block. The next week he came in and the whole top was assembled. Everyone in the class was flabbergasted. So I showed him the directions on how to sandwich the top, batting and lining. Nest week it was completed. He did have it quilted by another. He brought it in the following week, to all kinds of ooooooohhhhhhhhhhs and aaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhs! I never saw him again.

[@lindsayschilling8707]

Great story! Apparently he was quite happy with his quilt. 😊

[@saschamudge2311]

I would love to see him stitch in the ditch, what a great son❤

[@marybeth4002]

I couldn't stop laughing along with Kate, John and Anna - especially when John was ironing at first. But as the video and the quilt progressed, I was amazed at what John accomplished and watching the 3 of you bond and make memories of your Mother's Day activity, then my laughter became happy tears. Be proud, John. You have now given me inspiration to get the ol' sewing machine out instead of watching others.

[@jillychandler]

I think that this is really good that John is experiencing what it is like to make a quilt, and maybe you can make something with him in wood Kate - that would be so lovely? xxx

[@joane8651]

John! First rule of quilting---NEVER POINT OUT YOUR MISTAKES!!! Very well done, good on you for being willing to try, very beautiful quilt top.

[@donnarichey144]

How nice John is making a quilt. Thank you for sharing.

[@1wholovestrees]

Another day of fun and laughter with the Kate and John Show. Delightful and funny. He must have been a handful when he was younger.

[@daball6677]

Thanks for sharing. What a wonderful Mother's Day gift. Great first quilting session John with your mom.

[@maryvalent961]

Sharing your passion with someone you love is eternal.

[@emmellj7133]

Thank you for sharing a fun/ joyful moments with your family in the sewing room.😂🤗

[@kirsihamalainen5447]

To John. When you look at the quilt from far, the inaccurances you pointed out fade away. A lot is forgiven when the binding is on. Happy quilting! You are a wonderfulbson! Enjoyed alot!😊

[@kimosabebublitz4422]

imagine! we have been privy to Johns sewin debut! His new Claim to Fame! Sew much fun!

[@nicolebeauchamp7622]

"Because I said so and I'm your mother" the most authoritative statement that ever existed 😆. Thank for the fun. ❤ 🇦🇺

[@sophiebrettell3631]

This video is priceless - the vagrant geese in particular. Thank you Kate!

[@DeniseNelson-e3l]

I love that John just puts the blocks up with no rhyme or reason. I would spend hours putting them up and arranging them until they are perfect! And look, they are perfect! xxx

[@SANDRACREGER]

Thank you for sharing your joy and laughter

[@jenniferr2057]

Wow. That is slot of every on one human! Well done John.

[@hadleywooten3689]

John you made us happy and smile but more importantly you made your mom laugh and she loved having you enjoy her craft!! You’re a good son!!

[@jillystewart8567]

Thank you John..you did a wonderful job of a difficult pattern.. Awesum job Kate..raising such a wonderful man 😁

[@DanaBarbieri]

He must've been a handful as a kid.😂 you're very patient, Kate.

[@lindagliott5838]

If this is his first Sewing, I think he did a great job and I know that you have had to be a very patient mother.

[@coletta1928]

He’ll treasure the quilt because it was such a giggle with his mum. Making Memories

[@cynthiabruce4947]

I loved it. I think John should get you to make some small wooden article in his workshop. He did a pretty good job of his first attempt. Better than I would.

[@DeniseFiegel]

This is so special time for you and john. I can't believe he agreed to it. How special.

[@elainekelley6358]

Enjoyed watching you all! Yeah, John is making quilts.

[@sead705]

How ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE and wonderful! Such a joy to watch you Kate with your son John! The quilt is fabulous just the way it is!!!

[@kregister7921]

Oh my goodness, what an amazing Mother’s Day episode! How lovely to tutor John in the ways of sewing! I laughed so hard at your expressions, would he destroy your machine? Destroy your quilt? In the end you’ve a beautiful quilt and wonderful memories for you both. Look out Kate, John and Anna may eclipse you as the stars of the Last Homely House!❤❤❤

[@marjbutler6499]

Thank you Anna for doing all the wonderful filming for us to enjoy. You are always so sweet and patient. You and John are such a loving couple as you show love for your family.

[@sherrybarnett7746]

Thank you 🥰this made me laugh! I smiled through the entire video, it was so cute! Can’t wait to see the next adventures of quilting with John and Stitch in the Ditch 😅🩷

[@KathrynRose-schultz-qs6qw]

Taught my son to sew, cook and clean! He loved being creative!

[@sandramyer7081]

Fun together! Flying geese- well those fun to make using the blocks- doing the blocks- yes indeedy so! Great first time- Mom worked with John- Hallejuhah!

[@davidselig6549]

John is correct about sewing on one layer of fabric. When you do stay stitching on garments you do it on one layer. He is such a good son! Kate seems very nervous. They are so sweet together. Bet Anna was laughing.

[@rhondastory6825]

He did a wonderful job for his first quilt. I loved the video

[@sylviapage8572]

That was a lovely video and when John mentioned that he’d clipped the edge off the wings I remembered my father did that to his geese to stop them flying away, so now it’s a perfect walking geese quilt. It was such an entertaining video. Thanks for sharing.

[@jentextiles]

As John works with wood he will find this easy - fancy launching him into a difficult block to begin with, but he didn’t fail. Loved it. X

[@jenniferjohnson9335]

Oh, what a jolly video to watch! I love it when John pops in and what a treat to see him learn to sew! Naturally, since he's your son, he caught on quickly and then everyone had to embrace the chaos! I feel like John must be one who makes everyone laugh and he's a delight. Thanks for sharing a fun Mother's Day post, Kate!

[@paulohlsson27]

Hi Jennifer, how's your day going with you?

[@priscillamcgarry5200]

Oh Kate….. that has to be the funniest video ever….such fun to watch you and John together… can’t wait for the hand stitching.🤣🇺🇸

[@sallydavies8267]

Fab bit of piecing there John, and an absolute lesson on how not to be paralysed by fear when it comes to the crunch of putting it all together. I love the end product. But my goodness I can see exactly what kind of toddler John used to be, and my respect for you Kate has increased a hundredfold.... :)

[@ruthmcewuen2086]

John you did great.

[@shariwilson6703]

What a sweet Mother's Day gift from your son. Spending time on something you love to do. I love it! I'm sure that made you feel so special! As you are!

[@paulohlsson27]

Hi Shari, how's your day going with you?

[@bettylarks8134]

I absolutely loved watching you and your son sewing together. What fun!

[@thecheshirecrafter4522]

Well done John and that waz a lovely Mother's Day tribute. Kudos to anna who had the biggest smile on her face as the Wife who has a digger in the middle of her lounge. So laid back. I hope the end result is shared with us here.

[@SandraLeeElkinsJuhl]

❤You two were so good together. John did wonderfully. Thank you for sharing your sewing moments. Loved it.

[@sharonperry5205]

So much fun to watch John with his Mom! It will be a special quilt. Happy Mother's Day Kate!

[@sewingqueen11]

What a special mothers day gift. Your son did a beautiful job. This was such fun to watch.

[@LoraBusse]

I'm sure there is never a dull moment with John around. You're such a a lovely family. Thank you❤

[@annadawson1132]

What a delight 😊 So lovely to see John and his mum interact with each other and.....didn't he do well 😂 xx

[@janetcorrao5072]

Enjoying a cuppa while watching your son do his magic with your blocks!! 😂

[@LJones-uu4xy]

What a character John is! I agree memories are being made. 😊

[@labnurse1]

Oh my gosh what a treat! John is so funny. I can't imagine raising such a rambunctious child. Well done Kate

[@SuzanneDStryland]

Wonderful, funny video. John the quilter, so much fun. Happy Mother’s Day.

[@NancyFisher-u4t]

You two are precious together. What a lovely man he is. He loves his mum.

[@samjones9465]

Well done John for having a go and being such a good sport with it, brilliant video - more please

[@i2mdvl]

This has got to be a family keepsake. The chatter, the love, the endless smiling. What a beautiful gift of a day. Thank you Kate, John and Anna❤️

[@kathyknit6147]

I think John did a great job for his first quilt! I still have a hard time keeping my points. Beautiful family, making beautiful memories. 🌺 Happy Mothers Day!

[@fayet.5200]

Kate, you are an amazing woman, mother, mother-in-law, teacher, patient, fun loving just like John, and just WOW! Awesomeness 😀 tears of happiness from watching this video. The geese are flying in their own formation, no need to be perfect😂 “Thank you all” for a great 33 minutes of my day!!!!!

[@dianefester9663]

If He s made a "wooden quilt" then firstly, he takes after mum, after all, and secondly, this is a cinch in comparison! 🎉He s great! Well done, you❤yeah, we want more of this lovely family time. Really great. John is good fun