This makes a 12" block !

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Next speed piece the half squares, by stacking the Color 1 and Color 3  3-7/8" x 11-5/8" strips, right sides together and all edges aligned. On the back of the top strip, lightly mark the 3-7/8" square line and mark the diagonals in the direction shown at left. Now sew a scant 1/4" above and below the marked diagonals, pivoting at the square line. Now cut apart on the marked diagonals, and on the 3-7/8" square lines. This will give you six half squares. Press seam allowances towards the darker fabric. Trim these back to measure 3-1/2" if needed...

To make one flying geese unit, place a Color 1 square right sides together atop a Color 3 rectangle, with outer edges aligned. On the back of the top square lightly mark the diagonal. Sew on this diagonal marking. Cut off the excess seam allowance. Press the remainder towards the corner. Repeat this with another Color 1 square on the other end of the rectangle. Make four of these...on to Page 2!

Traditional Block

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