As I listened to the song, Time Flies, by Cathy Miller, who sings many songs about quilts and quilting, I thought, “I’ve got to learn more about those quilts in her song!”  But then my schedule became hectic, and I forgot about it.
Yesterday, I read John Flynn’s blog post, New Piece of Quilt History, and thought, “The information has come to me!  Is this coincidence or what?”
John mentions reading Sheila Allan’s Diary of a Girl in Changi, about her experience as a civilian prisoner in the Japanese prison, Changi, during World War II.  One of the projects the Red Cross used to …read more

By browsing around the web sites of various quilters, you often come across free patterns, lessons, and tips.  John Flynn’s site (http://www.flynnquilt.com/) is no exception.  John is the developer of the Mulit-Frame System and a quilting instructor at many quilt shows and festivals.
I discovered at his site a free quilt lesson and pattern for A Rag Quilt, Weed Wacker Style.  John has a unique method for fluffing the edges of the rag quilt pieces.  Check it out at www.flynnquilt.com/freepattern.html ) and learn how to create this easy-to-make quilt.
John also has a monthly give-away for a free book.  Simply register at the site. 
I …read more