Quiter those directions seem confusing to me..if you want flying geese that are 2" x 3 1/2" start with a rectangle that size. Then cut 2" squares draw a line diagonally across it from corner to corner. Lay it on the corner of the left side of the rectangle. Stitch on the diagonal line from the top center of the rectangle to the bottom corner. cut the excess off leaving a 1/4" seam press it upward. Then do the same for the other side. I find that easier than the other way..othewise you can buy some "thangles" to make them with. It is like paper piecing them Good luck
Happy Stitchin' Linda B.
Check out this method its a good tutorial.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78Mu0C_QL8Y