This week, we’re diving into sewing the 3D Flying Geese blocks—and I think you’re going to love the depth and texture they add to your quilt. It’s such a fun technique that brings your design to life!
Tips for Assembling Your 3D Flying Geese Blocks
Want crisp, clean blocks? Here are a few tips to help you get the best results:
Pin with care: Take your time to align the fabrics before sewing. Accurate pinning = accurate blocks.
Trim precisely: Be sure to leave exactly ¼” from the tip of your triangle to the top edge of the rectangle.
Center the triangle: When placed correctly, the triangle should touch both corners of your rectangle.
📸 See the example photos below or refer to your pattern instructions for visuals!
💡 Are you a visual learner?
I’ve created a short video that walks you through my process for sewing, pressing, and assembling the blocks—step by step.
Sometimes seeing it in action makes all the difference! 🎥
Note: I originally recorded this video in portrait mode, but it’s displaying in landscape. I apologize that the framing isn’t always centered — thanks for your understanding!
Want to Add Fill to Your 3D Flying Geese Blocks?
This step is totally optional—but so fun if you want to add a little extra puff and dimension to your blocks!
🧵 Shoutout to @thewannabegrandma who first pointed out to me that this was possible. When asked if this was possible, I originally said no… but she was right—it totally works!
How I’ve Added Filling:
I used Pellon Perfect Loft, a super soft polyester fill I picked up at JoAnn.
After trimming my blocks (as shown in the pattern), I tucked a small amount of fill inside the triangle.
I pinned the triangle closed before sewing the next Flying Geese block on top (right sides together).
There’s no perfect measurement—I just eyeball it and try to keep it consistent from block to block.
📸 Scroll down to see photos of my process!
THIS WEEK'S PRIZE FOR THE FRONT PORCH QUILT ALONG
Post a photo of your 3D Flying Geese blocks and you’ll be entered to win three months of access to Liza Taylor’s Paper Piecers Membership!
I’m a member myself, and I can honestly say—it’s one of the funnest things I’ve joined. Liza’s monthly Foundation Paper Pieced patterns are next-level cute. (see a few favorites below!)
HOW TO ENTER:
Use a public Instagram account (so I can see your post!).
→ Don’t have one? You can create a free, public account just for the quilt along—and only post your Flying Geese if you’d like!Post a photo of your 3D Flying Geese blocks.
Use both hashtags in your caption:
→ #FrontPorch25
→ #FrontPorch2025
That’s it! I can’t wait to see your blocks all sewn together—this part of the pattern is just so fun and satisfying. 💛
👀 What’s Next?
Next Monday kicks off Week Four: Assembling Your Quilt Top!
Can’t wait and want to start assembly this week? That’s totally okay! Jump in when you’re ready—this quilt along is meant to fit your schedule.
