Barn Quilt Therapy

03/09/2026

I wrote a little Jingle about my classes:

Paint it bold, paint it bright,
Turn your doubt into delight!
Tape it down, peel it slow,
Watch that confidence start to grow!

(Clap clap)

We came as strangers — look and see,
Now we’re friends in harmony!
Color, courage, community…
That’s Barn Quilt Therapy!

Come and join us for serious laughter and fun .. currently two classes open:
March 20 - Essex, VT https://forms.gle/LZHhnUnCbG2gJczYA
April 4 - Williston, VT https://forms.gle/zBCvoNzqASQXsmrGA

03/08/2026

Join us FRIDAY, March 20 in Essex, VT!
https://forms.gle/r6j4PKGSEmzm5je68

03/08/2026

Join us for a class on April 4th in Williston, VT!

Don't wait!

Warning: This class may result in laughter, new friendships, and a serious sense of accomplishment. Join us for a hands-on Barn Quilt class where creativity rules, perfection is optional, and everyone leaves with a stunning barn quilt of their own. No barn or experience required — just show up rea...

03/08/2026

Phew - what a fun day! A birthday party, a Christmas gift, and a Mother's Day gift - these ladies brought their best game and their boards show it. My heart is full ❤️ Kelly Gernander; Kimberly O'Brine Hess

02/26/2026

Alright folks --- who's in?!? Essex, VT

02/22/2026

Barn Quilt Class Registration
📍 Essex, VT
🗓 Saturday, March 7

The torch is lit… and I have space for just 5–6 more competitors. That’s it.

This is a small, high-focus class — and once these spots are claimed, the podium is full.

We’ll draw, We’ll tape, We’ll paint, We’ll cheer each other on.
And by the end of the day, you’ll walk out with a board worthy of a medal ceremony.

These spots will go quickly — they always do when the class size is this limited.

MESSAGE ME DIRECTLY FOR REGISTRATION. This will be a first come first served registration process. I’ll let you all know when it is full.

Hope to see you there!

02/22/2026

Yesterday we kicked off the very first session of the Barn Quilt Olympics… and Mother Nature clearly understood the theme because she delivered 8 inches of fresh snow just to make it official. 🤍🌨

Snow falling. Paint drying. Tape peeling.
It was peak Vermont Olympic energy.

Despite the winter weather, these athletes showed up ready to compete — and WOW did they bring their A-game. The precision. The color choices. The tape reveals. The podium-worthy finishes. 🥇🥈🥉

There is just something magical about painting together while snow blankets the world outside. Cozy inside. Fierce competition (the friendly kind 😉). And a whole lot of laughter.

Opening Ceremony = SUCCESS.

More Games coming soon…
Who’s ready for the next event? 🔥

02/17/2026

🏆✨ ANNOUNCING: The 2026 Barn Quilt Games Tour ✨🏆

You didn’t think “Winter Olympics: Chittenden County Edition” was a one-time thing, did you? 😉

We’re officially kicking off the Barn Quilt Games Tour — a traveling series of paint days celebrating community, creativity, and a little friendly competition.

Here’s where the Games are headed:

🥇 March 7 – Podium Paint Session (Essex, VT – small class!)
🥈 March 14 – Private Invitational
🌷 March 20 – Spring Training: Barn Quilt Edition (Essex, VT)
🏔 March 28 – Upper Valley Championship (Enfield, NH)
🌸 April 4 – Spring Classic (Williston, VT)

Each stop brings:
✔️ Bold colors
✔️ Sharp lines
✔️ Good music
✔️ Lots of laughs
✔️ Strangers who leave as friends

No actual athletic ability required… but precision taping skills may earn you “Gold Medal Geometry” status. 😎

Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned paint pro, there’s a spot for you on the podium.

REGISTRATION COMING SOON!!!!

Let the Games begin.

02/07/2026

Available!

02/06/2026

Promise I’m not MIA 😅 January and February are my busiest months at my day job, so I only squeezed in one class in January and one in February.

BUT… big things are coming 👀✨ I’ll have lots of Barn Quilt class offerings starting in March and can’t wait to get back to painting with you all soon!

Stay tuned—dates are coming!

In the meantime, this gem is available ❤️

02/02/2026

I'm not great at asking for help—it’s a lifelong weakness that comes from being used to handling things on my own.

Recently I found myself in a tough spot and realized I wasn’t going to be ready for something I had committed to. So I swallowed my pride and reached out to my best students-turned-friends to see if they might be willing to lend a hand.
....And they showed up in the biggest way.

They gave their time, their talent, their energy, and their hearts—and helped me get exactly where I needed to be.

An enormous thank you to my village. You know who you are. ❤️

01/31/2026

A HUGE shout-out to Associated General Contractors of Vermont for hosting a Barn Quilt class today in their beautiful space! I absolutely loved the atmosphere—and even more, the incredible people who filled it.

What a day full of smiles, laughter, hugs, dancing, great music… and barn quilts 😍❤️

Every time I teach, I’m reminded why I love this so much. People arrive as strangers and leave as friends. It’s more than just painting a board—it’s connection, creativity, and community.

Thank you for such a memorable day! 🥰