How to Make a DIY Barn Quilt (with Supplies Around the House)
I started doing research on barn quilts late last year when we moved a 100-year-old barn to our property to rebuild. Since I’m a (novice) quilter, I love the idea of hanging a quilt square on our barn.
These are pretty common in the Midwest where I live. It feels very rural Americana and I love that you can choose a square that tells a story.
These are pretty common in the Midwest where I live. It feels very rural Americana and I love that you can choose a square that tells a story.
It was a pretty simple (and inexpensive), project. But the result is a graphic piece that's perfect for our red barn. And because I had everything in the barn, I didn't spend a dime!
After cutting the board and painting, I used painter's tape around the edges for a clean frame. Then I did some simple measurements with pencil and a ruler for the intended design.
I simply colored by numbers.
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What is the best clear coat you can apply to your barn quilt once the project is complete. Weather is harsh and I feel one more layer of protection is worth it after all, a lot of work goes into creating a barn quilt