Floor Goose (Goose Mop) Step-by-Step Tutorial / Free Downloadable Pattern!

Written By rebecca hed

Let’s make a Floor Goose, inspired by the viral Turtle Mop!

These absorbent Goose Mops are designed for everyday drips. The best part? You don’t even have to bend over. Just drop the goose on the floor, place your foot on its back, and slide it across the floor to wipe the mess away.

Materials Needed (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases):

The Downloadable Pattern:

Linked below is the free downloadable file:

Step 1: Print the Pattern

  • Download the free pattern as a .pdf or .jpg.

  • Do not resize the file to ensure the dimensions remain correct

  • Print on standard 8.5" x 11" paper

Step 2: Cut Out and Prepare the Paper Pattern

  • Cut out the paper pattern pieces

  • Align pattern pieces 1 and 2 as shown

  • Apply clear tape along the designated attach line

Step 3: Cut the Fabric

Note: Seam allowance is already included in all pattern pieces

Main Goose Fabric:

  • Pin the pattern to a single layer of fabric and cut out (1 piece total)

Goose Wing:

  • Fold fabric in half, right sides together. Pin the pattern and cut through both layers (2 identical pieces total)

Goose Feet:

Fold fabric in half, right sides together. Pin the pattern and cut through both layers (2 identical pieces total)

Goose Beak:

  • Pin the pattern to a single layer of fabric and cut out (1 piece total)

Step 4: Attach the Feet and Beak

  • Place the beak and feet right side up onto their designated spots indicated on the pattern

  • Flip the feet and beak pieces inward onto the main goose piece so the right sides of the fabric are facing each other

  • Pin in place

  • Sew the feet and beak in place

  • Iron the attached seams flat

Step 5: Sew the Wing

  • Align the two wing pieces with right sides facing each other

  • Sew along the edge, leaving a small opening to turn it right side out

Clip small slits around the curved edges of the entire wing, being careful not to cut your stitches

  • Turn the wing right side out through the opening

  • Tuck the raw edges of the opening inside the wing, then iron flat

  • Topstitch around the entire edge of the wing to close the opening and add structure

  • Pin the wing to your desired location on the main goose body

  • Using a zig-zag stitch, sew along the top side of the wing to attach it to the goose

Step 6: Attach the Button Eye

  • Cut about 24 inches of thread

  • Fold it in half, thread the needle, and tie the ends together in a single knot

  • Push the needle through the main goose fabric from back to front at the eye placement mark

  • Pull until the knot hits the back

  • Slide the button onto the needle

  • Push the needle down through the opposite hole and back through the fabric

  • Repeat this motion 6-8 times

  • If using a 4-hole button, sew in an "X" pattern

  • Push the needle to the back of the fabric, pass it through the existing stitches to form a loop, and pull the needle through the loop to create a secure knot

  • Repeat to double-knot

Step 7: Attaching the Towel

  • Lay the towel in front of you, right side up

  • Place the main goose assembly face down on top of the towel (right sides facing)

  • Pin in place

  • Sew along the outer edge to attach the towel, leaving a 2-inch opening for turning

  • Trim away the excess towel fabric

  • Clip small slits around the curved edges of the entire goose, being careful not to cut your stitches

Step 8: Final Assembly

  • Turn the goose right side out through the 2-inch opening

  • Iron the fabric flat, tucking the raw edges of the opening inside

  • Pin or clip the opening closed

  • Topstitch around the entire edge of the goose. This will close the opening and provide a clean, structural finish

All Done!

rebecca hed
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