A "few" years ago?? Good grief, wish I could show you my flying geese in rows almost identical to this one and it was made in the mid-eighties, more than a 'few' years ago, for sure! I, too, have taken mine apart because, in those days, I pulled the backing to the front for binding, something I'd never do now. Might have to get to work on that thing and send it to you for the glorious quilting!!
Jan in VA