{"product_id":"1985-illinois-barn-quilt-crafted-from-reclaimed-greene-county-barn-siding","title":"1985 Illinois Barn Quilt Crafted from Reclaimed Greene County Barn Siding","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLemon Tree Crafts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this one-of-a-kind barn quilt was created from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eauthentic reclaimed siding salvaged from a 75-year-old barn in Greene County, Illinois\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The reverse retains both the original maker’s label and the artist’s signature, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eR.L. ’85\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, preserving the story behind the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the maker’s label refers to the barn’s age at the time the artwork was created, the reclaimed wood likely came from a barn built around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1910\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving this folk-art panel roots that reach back more than a century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than hiding the age and weathering of the reclaimed wood, the artist embraced it. The original saw marks, knots, grain, and natural patina remain visible beneath the painted quilt pattern, allowing the history of the barn to become part of the artwork itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by traditional American quilt blocks, the hand-painted geometric design celebrates rural craftsmanship while honoring the agricultural heritage of central Illinois. It is equally at home in a farmhouse, country cottage, quilting collection, or Americana display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is more than decorative wall art—it’s a preserved piece of an Illinois barn that found new life through the hands of a local artisan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted by Lemon Tree Crafts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSigned and dated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eR.L. ’85\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal maker’s label on reverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePainted quilt block on reclaimed Illinois barn siding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalvaged from a barn in Greene County, Illinois\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRustic farmhouse and Americana wall décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 1-inch-thick reclaimed wood panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good vintage condition with expected wear to the reclaimed wood, including natural weathering, age cracks, paint loss, knots, and surface imperfections that reflect the material’s agricultural history. The original maker’s label remains intact on the reverse. Please review all photographs as they are part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplay indoors away from prolonged direct sunlight and excessive moisture. Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. The weathered finish and original paint should be preserved rather than refinished.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiblical Reflection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The stone which the builders refused is become the head stone of the corner.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePsalm 118:22 (KJV)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGod often gives new purpose to things the world has discarded. Just as this weathered barn siding found new life as folk art, He delights in redeeming what others overlook.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Creations Woodcraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49151179981035,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9598\/7435\/files\/IMG-2276.png?v=1785864376","url":"https:\/\/www.newcreationswoodcraft.com\/products\/1985-illinois-barn-quilt-crafted-from-reclaimed-greene-county-barn-siding","provider":"New Creations Woodcraft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}