by Teresa Perleberg | Sep 23, 2022
As a shepherd-turned-business owner, my days can be extremely hectic. But I always try to find time for my mental health. Especially once lambing season arrives, it’s just too easy to let the “hustle” take over! Thankfully, my business is centered...
by Teresa Perleberg | Sep 16, 2022
That’s all they really want! And fall is the season for it, from pumpkin spice lattes to jack-o’lanterns. Did you know that the original jack o’lanterns were made out of turnips or other root vegetables? The practice originated in Europe, where night...
by Teresa Perleberg | Sep 9, 2022
Since ancient times, autumn has been a season of abundance and transformation…but also renewal and creativity. You can feel it in the air as it gets nice and crisp, like everything is settling in as it should be. Plus, it’s hard not to be inspired as the...
by Teresa Perleberg | Sep 2, 2022
Our farm at Bear Creek is quite the menagerie. We started with just a few sheep as my daughter Libbie wanted a lamb. This led me to discover the fiber arts, as well as the joys of shepherding! But as it turns out, sheep are like chips. You can’t stop at just...
by Teresa Perleberg | Aug 26, 2022
It’s almost “Nomecoming” at the Nome Schoolhouse and Ewe-niversity, and to celebrate, we’re hosting a Fiber Festival! Now’s the perfect time to start your fall felting projects to show off… and celebrate your school spirit! Do you...
by Teresa Perleberg | Aug 5, 2022
A wool by any other name will still felt, right? True, but in my experience, Romney wool is the best for needle-felting. That’s why most of the Bear Creek kits contain Romney wool … and from our very own flock! But why is Romney better? Why do different...
by Teresa Perleberg | Jul 15, 2022
It’s hard to believe that summer’s half over. While I’ll miss the warm weather, I must admit I look forward to that crisp autumn breeze … and of course, the pleasure of cozying up with some hot cider and my latest needle-felting project! So,...
by Teresa Perleberg | Jul 8, 2022
We all have a spark of creativity within us. Some people love to paint or write poetry, others sing or dance. As for me, I cherish the fiber arts. Needle felting in particular has been a wonderful creative outlet. When I was younger, I never imagined that I would turn...
by Teresa Perleberg | Jun 24, 2022
It’s hard to believe, but 2022 is already almost half over! Independence Day is just around the corner, and this year, we’re honoring the freedoms we enjoy here at Bear Creek. The Fourth of July is when we commemorate our independence from the United...
by Teresa Perleberg | Jun 17, 2022
Here at Bear Creek, we strive to protect our planet and its wonderful creatures however possible. Locally speaking, we repurpose materials and recycle waste whenever possible, both in our shepherding and our fiber arts. Needle felting is innately sustainable as it...
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