Unplug and Unwind with Needle Felting

Unplug and Unwind with Needle Felting

After the stress of the past couple of years, I hope you’re finding 2022 to be more restorative and relaxing. Personally, I’m making a commitment to spending more time being creative and enjoying my family. Let’s be honest, many of us stayed plugged...
New Year, New You — New Hobby?

New Year, New You — New Hobby?

What are your New Year’s resolutions for 2022? I’ll tell you a secret: every year, one of my New Year’s resolutions is always to felt more! Well, maybe not directly, but I usually find myself resolving to be more mindful, take more downtime, and...
The 12 Days of Felting

The 12 Days of Felting

On the 12th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… another needle felting kit! Sounds like an ideal gift to me! I’ll probably be working on some new crafts throughout the 12 days of Christmas. What better way to relax and nourish the soul than to cozy...
Crafty Ways to Celebrate the Holidays

Crafty Ways to Celebrate the Holidays

Winter is a time for togetherness, reflection, and creativity. From ice-skating to caroling, there are many wonderful Christmas traditions. Sadly, we’re still a bit limited due to the pandemic. Not to worry — ’tis the season to get crafty with your friends...
‘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...
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...
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