‘Tis the Season … for Needle Felting!

‘Tis the Season … for Needle Felting!

I know it’s hard to believe, but Christmas is just under one month away! And it’ll be here before we know it. At Bear Creek, we’re quickly making preparations for our Christmas dessert concert along with winter on the farm. We just finished breeding...
Reminiscing and Reflecting on the Nome Schoolhouse

Reminiscing and Reflecting on the Nome Schoolhouse

It’s hard to believe that this time last year, the Nome Schoolhouse was in the midst of being renovated. The expansion didn’t even exist; it was just the foundation laid, nothing more! As winter fast approaches, I’m taking some time to reflect on...
Do You Want to Build a Snowman?

Do You Want to Build a Snowman?

Every time I hear that song, I immediately think, “Yes, of course!” And what a perfect idea for a movie with strong themes of family love and fun. Snowmen and women — snow people! — have long been a cherished winter tradition. But of course, snow...
Sparks Fly During Bear Creek’s Breeding Season

Sparks Fly During Bear Creek’s Breeding Season

Here at Bear Creek Farm, it’s not just the harvest season … it’s also breeding season! We have an amazing collection of adorable sheep, and this is the time of year where we play matchmaker to help the flock grow. Late October/early November is...
Halloween: A Time for Treats as Well as Tricks!

Halloween: A Time for Treats as Well as Tricks!

Every year, I’m fascinated by all the different ways people celebrate Halloween. For some people (not me!) it’s an opportunity to watch scary movies. For others, it’s a time to celebrate the harvest. And for still others, it’s spooky season,...
Say Hello to Fall with Needle Felting

Say Hello to Fall with Needle Felting

It’s mid-October, and I don’t know about you, but I’m loving the cooler weather, especially after what they say was the hottest summer on record! Plus, the leaves are turning, the air is nice and crisp… it’s a lovely time of year. And...
Let’s Celebrate the Animals!

Let’s Celebrate the Animals!

It’s that time of year! Fall has arrived and brought with it – World Animal Day. All around the globe on October 4th animal lovers celebrated and embraced animals of all species. On World Animal Day participants provided education, volunteered their time, and...
They’re cute, they’re fluffy, they’re bouncy!

They’re cute, they’re fluffy, they’re bouncy!

On September 25th, we celebrate our hoppy friends on National Bunny Day. If you know me at all, you know I love animals. They are my chief inspiration for my needle felting projects! Of course, it’s hard NOT to love rabbits. Rabbits are sweet, docile animals...
Shave Em’ to Save Em’

Shave Em’ to Save Em’

We needle felters talk about wool so much that we may forget our beloved sheep if we’re not careful! Did you know that many breeds of sheep are endangered? If no one desires their wool, farmers don’t breed them — and these fascinating and wonderful breeds...
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