Clara's Corner: Red Barn With Quilt.....

Thursday, October 26, 2006

Red Barn With Quilt.....

This red barn is on highway 11W in Hawkins county. I like this one, but I'm saving my favorite one until the end

The Clinch Mountains are in the background.

4 comments:

Tina Leigh said...: Clara...those quilt barns are just like finding a little surprise gift or something...they are so neat. Everyone of them are beautiful with such pretty settings. I cant wait to see your favorite!!; 8:44 PM
dot said...: I really like this one too. Hey Tina, let's go to Tennessee and find the barns.; 9:19 PM
Marci said...: Another beautiful one and a really beautiful setting. I am anxious to see your favorite!!; 9:29 AM
Rose said...: I love this one, too....and I have been on Highway 11 more than once.; 7:45 PM

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