Our Story
At Farm at 1386, we believe outdoor spaces deserve the same beauty and care as the inside of your home. After retiring from a career in healthcare, our owner, Doreen Grzelak, and her husband returned to the family farm where Doreen grew up in southern Delaware. With deep roots in a Mennonite community—and Amish heritage on her mother’s side—quilting has always been a part of Doreen’s life. As she fondly recalls, “Quilting was in my DNA.”
From Fabric to Barn Quilts
Doreen began by sewing traditional quilts, but soon found a new passion in painting barn quilts for outdoor buildings on the farm. Initially, she used pressure-treated plywood—but it was heavy and didn’t hold up well to the elements. That led her to discover aluminum composite material: lightweight, durable, and perfect for outdoor art.
Our Crafts
Every barn quilt at Farm at 1386 is thoughtfully crafted to ensure lasting quality and beauty. Each piece is:
- Built on a durable metal composite base.
- Primed with adhesive specifically designed for metal surfaces.
- Painted with multiple coats of high-quality exterior paint.
- Sealed with protective polyurethane for UV and weather resistance.
This careful process ensures each quilt maintains its color, strength, and charm for years to come.
Our Missions
Our mission is to create beautiful, long-lasting outdoor art that reflects individuality, tradition, and craftsmanship.