by Susan | Mar 14, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
In Maine, the snow bunting is a winter visitor who will soon be returning to its favored arctic region – a sure sign that spring is on its way! Right click here and select “Save target as” (on a PC) to save this PDF snow bunting pattern to your...
by Susan | Mar 7, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
This meadowlark was a recent request. I confess, I’ve never seen one before – probably because I don’t have a meadow tucked up here in the woods the way were are. But, he’s a pretty little songbird worth the effort. Right click here and select...
by Susan | Feb 21, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
This burrowing owl was inspired by a picture snapped by a friend during her recent trip to Florida. I don’t imagine any self respecting burrowing owl would be caught in the this much snow. They’re smart enough to fly south for the winter! Right click here...
by Susan | Feb 16, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
The red-winged blackbird is one of the most abundant birds – found virtually everywhere in the United States. He’s also been very popular in the request list. Enjoy! Right click here and select “Save Target As” (on a PC) to save this free...
by Susan | Feb 14, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
Another snowy day, another project! Eastern Maine may be a little too “east” for the eastern towhee, but he’s such a pretty bird. His distinctive pattern makes it easy to create his likeness from felt. Right click here and select “save target...
by Susan | Feb 13, 2014 | Felt Patterns
Despite all the birds I’ve created, I often find myself going back to a tutorial to remember how to make a laisy daisy stitch. I am geometrically challenged, so that might explain it. For those who also have trouble remembering, or are new to the embroidery...
by Susan | Feb 9, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
The Boreal Chickadee is not as gregarious as it’s cousin, the black-capped chickadee, which we see here daily. The Boreal Chickadee seems shy in comparison and doesn’t seem to enjoy being caught on camera. Right click here and click “save target...
by Susan | Feb 5, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
If you live anywhere in the northeast, you should probably be home, safe and sound out of the weather today. So what to do with an unexpected snow day? This evening grosbeak is the perfect project. They are year-round residents in Maine, but you’re lucky if you...
by Susan | Jan 30, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Tree Clinging Bird Patterns
When readers suggested that I create a northern flicker, I didn’t know where to begin. Although they’re native to this neck of the woods, I’ve never seen one. With this pattern, you can make a yellow-shafted flicker, found in the east, or a...
by Susan | Jan 19, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Ground and Game Bird Patterns
One of the most requested birds at Downeast Thunder Farm is, surprisingly not a feeder bird, but a pheasant. After spying one strutting about the edge of our drive the other day, I decided to take a stab at designing it. Their color pattern is quite intricate –...
by Susan | Jan 12, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
Not long ago a visitor pointed out that what I thought was a house finch was really a purple finch. So, of course I had to make a felt purple finch. This is the only one I’ve seen on the farm lately! Right click on this link and select “Save target...
by Susan | Jan 5, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
I’ve so enjoyed the tree sparrows who are wintering in our yard. Sprightly with an endearing musical twitter, they have been frequent visitors to the feeders and provide much entertainment. Right click here and select “Save target as” (on a PC) to...
by Susan | Jan 1, 2014 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
I ventured into this work of creating bird patterns three years ago with my Downeast Thunder Farm owl family of ornaments. So, it seems appropriate that my first pattern of 2014 be another owl. Although no self respecting pygmy owl would be found in Maine – especially...
by Susan | Dec 29, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
The house sparrow seems to be everywhere. Lately he’s been a frequent visitor to my feeders. In his honor, I’ve created him out of felt. Right click on this link and select “Save Target As” to save this house sparrow pattern to your computer...
by Susan | Dec 19, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
My latest bird was inspired by Julie who wrote: My grandfather used to feed the scrub jays peanuts. They would fly in and land all over him-from his head to arms to be fed peanuts in the shells. If he was late feeding them they would peck at his screen and doors. They...
by Susan | Dec 14, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Waterfowl and Seabird Patterns
The King Eider is a sea duck prized among hunters. A sighting in this neck of the woods is rare. The male is spectacular with his bright, bold coloring. Our hike last weekend where we spotted a variety of ducks reminded me that this guy was on my “to do”...
by Susan | Dec 7, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Waterfowl and Seabird Patterns
Not long ago, a Mrs. Ruddy wrote and asked me to make a Ruddy Duck pattern. Not being familiar with her namesake, I googled it. Once I saw how fun he was, I knew I had to make him. His blue bill makes him quite unique! Right click here and select “Save Target...
by Susan | Dec 1, 2013 | Felt Patterns
A number of readers have written asking for more detail about how I make the feet for my felt birds. There’s no “right” or “wrong” when it comes to making these little birds! In fact, I tend to make things up as I go along. So...
by Susan | Nov 30, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
I first designed a saw-whet owl last year. I was never particularly happy with with the way he turned out. As I was working on my Owl Be Home For Christmas Tree for a local non-profit auction (read more about this here – you can bid on this tree through 6:45...
by Susan | Nov 23, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
This short-eared owl’s heart-shaped face makes her appear simply sweet. Right click here and select “Save Target As” to save this free Short-eared Owl pattern to your computer (on a PC). Purchase a complete kit with expanded instructions to make this updated...
