Watauga Arts Council

Students will draw and paint a barn quilt (using a sponge dabbing technique that provides smooth and brilliant results) on a light and durable 1x1 (12 inch by 12 inch) foot aluminum composite board. 

Students may choose a quilt design from a group of popular options provided by the instructor.

Workshop includes preparing the work surface, drawing the grid pattern/barn quilt design on the board, and the taping and painting process. Students may take extra paint home if they do not finish their barn quilts or for touch-ups. The instructor provides many paint color options or the students may bring their own custom colors (be sure to purchase high quality outdoor paint such as Valspar Duramax or Sherwin-Williams Exterior).

All materials for the barn quilt are included in the course fee (with the exception of any custom paint colors desired by the student).

About the Instructor 

Cinda Holsombach-Ebner is a barn quilt painter, weaver, and photographer with 25 years of experience in the education and communications fields. She has previously worked for the Watauga Arts Council (WAC) as the Arts Education Coordinator and currently serves on WAC’s Arts Education Committee. Learn more about Cinda's work on her website:  https://www.cindaleigh.com/ 

Testimonies

"Cinda was very knowledgable and extremely helpful! I would recommend everyone take this class, tons of fun!" - Jennifer, June 2025

I enjoyed this so much even though my project could not be completed during the two days of class time. The instructor packed me up with all the supplies so that I could finish at home. Cinda was so helpful and informative. She answered all questions and had so much patience with us. I want to do the class again!! Thank you for this opportunity!” - Movita, March 2025

“I’m so happy with my new barn quilt! Cinda was a great instructor and I appreciate her help with my custom sized piece; it’s just perfect for my space. Everyone in the workshop seemed to have a good experience and got along well.” - Sam, March 2025