This pieced flying geese unit adds lots of interest to a traditional block. By using the Large Square Squared we can create these tricky looking flying geese slightly oversized then trim them down to perfection. This technique walks you through the process of making four units. The included chart... Read more
What a fun use of the Wing Clipper and Tucker Trimmer! Start with a simple square, add logs, trim the corner, and repeat. There's a bit of oversizing and trimming down thrown in to keep your block perfectly sized. You'll find loads of uses for this simple-to-make yet complicated looking block, and... Read more
The Starburst Lemoyne is a versatile block typically made using paper or foundation piecing techniques, but we've developed a better, faster process using the Rapid Fire Lemoyne Star tool! This Technique Sheet includes everything you need to know to make this fun star in 10 block sizes, from 3"... Read more
Companion informational chart for the Split Rects Tool. One page, laminated for durability, 3 hole punched for storage. Use your Split Rects tool to make Elongated Combination and Hourglass Units to add spice to your sashings or create unique stars. Seven unit sizes from 1" x 2" to 4" x 8". Block and project suggestions included.
This technique sheet allows you to make Offset Four Patch units in 17 different sizes; you can combine them with other units to create a unique block, use them for an interesting chain, or combine them together to create a disappearing nine patch type design. Companion for the Four Patch Square Up Tool.
Spectacular design using Fast Flying Geese and the Wing Clipper 1 tool to create blocks with no "Y" seam construction. Adding a bit of applique and a super Migrating Geese border will complete the project with style and impact.
The streamlined construction of this star block was conceived while working at a retreat in Rangeley, Maine: hence the name. Using Deb's Tucker Trimmer 1 tool and an additional trim, all those complicated star points become simple to make. The project has a complex look, but is actually very easy to... Read more
With all of the geese traveling around this quilt, Atlantic Flyway seemed a most appropriate name. Techniques include "Fast Flying Geese" with the Wing Clipper I ruler, and "Migrating Geese" for the border and a bit of paper foundation piecing for the tricky star points. A wonderful... Read more
This duo, wall quilt and table runner, are certain to enhance the look of your fall decor. Both projects include a favorite Leaf Block and Flying Geese strips to create their overall design, and both are perfect scrap projects. Deb's Wing Clipper 1, Corner Beam, and Square Squared tools ensure... Read more
When you look up the definition of the word whirling you'll understand how this quilt received its name. The blocks certainly give the appearance of spinning rapidly around a central point. They are made with strip piecing and my favorite 'power tool', the Tucker Trimmer 3. It truly is... Read more
It's fun and easy to construct a Kaleidoscope quilt with the Wedge Star tool. Scatter several Diamond Wedges throughout to spice up a traditional Kaleidoscope, or add none at all to keep it even simpler and make it traditional all the way.
Have you ever wanted to make a Snail's Trail quilt? If so, then this quilt's for you! Filigree is a unique variation on a traditional Snail's Trail block. Instead of a four patch in the center, there are two pointy triangles giving you inter-locking twists - a unique effect reminding us of filigree... Read more
Interlocking chevrons make a fun and unique looking quilt. A difficult looking design is made easy using flying geese, making this a quick and easy quilt to master.
Eight project sizes: 13" x 14" / 26" x 28" / 39" x 42" / 52" x 56" / 65" x 70" / 78" x 84" / 91" x 98" / 104" x 112"
Running With Scissors Quilters Uses Studio 180 -- V Block Trimmer Stk# UDT11 and Tucker Trimmer I Stk# UDT03. The Quilters Magic Wind Stk# UDT04 is highly recommended.
An unbelievable quilt that is certain to be a showstopper. The Wedge Star tool is used to create three simple block types that, when combined, give the illusion of curves connecting stars and star points. The intricate design looks difficult, but is easy for all since, like all Studio 180 Design... Read more
Combining positive and negative flying geese with right and left combination units and half square triangles creates a striking pattern reminiscent of mountain switchbacks. This design works very nicely with three different fabrics and a background. The small and medium size projects are perfect as... Read more
Time to grab your favorite group of 2.5" strips and make yourself a field of flowers. Try working with ombre fabric for a fun result, or just some happy, colorful prints. The quilt will look amazing no matter what you choose.
Stars connected by chains look like the trail a comet leaves through space. Make your own trail through the stars using just two different sized V Blocks and an intersecting block that's easy to construct. And you know what that means. You will have this project whipped up in no time!