Meet Angus our New Sheep Guardian

Meet Angus our New Sheep Guardian

Sheep Guardian We have been raising sheep since 2005 without a sheep guardian and this year, 2016, is the first time we experienced coyotes killing our sheep.  We raise beef cattle here at Bear Creek as well, and have lost a few calves to coyotes over the years....
My First Clay Cow Sculpture Part 2

My First Clay Cow Sculpture Part 2

Back in 2014 I shared a project that I had been working on promising to share the results.  My kids were taking pottery classes and while they were learning I was sculpting this cow out of clay.  I had made only a few projects out of clay before this one, my favorite...
Needle Felted Moose #7 Work in Progress Photos

Needle Felted Moose #7 Work in Progress Photos

Needle Felted Moose WIP I love to make these amazing creatures and this is my 7th Needle Felted Moose.  The second with beautiful antlers made by Ralph Trethaway.  You can find needle felted moose WIP pictures above showing the process that I go through in making...
Insanely Easy and Clever Felting Projects for Fall

Insanely Easy and Clever Felting Projects for Fall

Experience the warmth and coziness of wool like never before! 🐑✨ There’s just something about the touch and texture of wool that can instantly transform your home into a cozy haven, especially when fall rolls around. If you appreciate the charm of homemade decor...
2016 Ram Lambs for Sale

2016 Ram Lambs for Sale

Our 2016 Ram lambs we have for sale.  Please contact me if you have any questions on any of the rams listed below.  I will be adding more pictures soon. Richland #51 One of our favorite ram lambs. Registered Romney Ram Lamb Single Lamb – Born April 10, 2016....
Lambing 2016

Lambing 2016

38 baby lambs and only one ewe left to go, we are very nearly finished with this lambing season.  It has been an exciting month here at Bear Creek with nice healthy lambs and excellent mommies.  Only one mom seemed indifferent to her new lamb, but has since come...
Baby Lambs at Bear Creek!

Baby Lambs at Bear Creek!

Baby Lambs We started lambing here at Bear Creek on April 1, and as of today (4/6/16) we have 20 lambs.  It has been a busy but fun few days here.  I am happy to say that there hasn’t been any complications.  I have had to help a few into the world but all...
Black Sheep!

Black Sheep!

Exciting News, and it’s all about Black Sheep! We Sheared our sheep and the most exciting part was shearing the Wensleydales for the first time.  I was surprised at how much heavier the Wensleydale fleece was compared to our other breeds.  It is quite perfect...
Shearing at Bear Creek

Shearing at Bear Creek

I look forward to shearing day every year! (except for the year the sheep got into the cockle burs)  We shear in March every year right before the lambs are due to arrive.  Sheep shearing is exciting for several reasons but my favorite is getting my hands on the wool...
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