by Susan | Oct 27, 2019 | Critter Patterns, Felt Patterns
Sitting and watching television is a challenge for me – I need something to do, or I fall asleep. Every time. When picking out movies, Paul and Hannah tell me, “We saw that one – you slept through it.” So this little Lop-eared, or Nubian goat,...
by Susan | Oct 5, 2019 | Felt Patterns, Sea Life
It’s not every day that I can jump on a pattern suggestion. The idea has to resonate with me, and I have to have time. These days I’m so time-poor, it’s almost silly. I received a request for a Chinook Salmon. Folks from the non-profit Port Townsend...
by Susan | Sep 22, 2019 | Felt Patterns, Other Patterns
Is it ever too early to think about Christmas gifts? The weeks leading up to Christmas get busier and busier, so I’m starting early with my plans when I have snippets of time. This free snowman pattern is joining ranks with my other Christmas patterns. If you...
by Susan | Jul 12, 2019 | Critter Patterns, Felt Patterns, Sea Life
Since spotting what I think of as “Hannah’s Seal” in the bay last month, I knew I had to create a seal. Although this little guy is a fair bit cuter than our resident seal who looks like a grumpy old man. Have fun! SealDownload Now!1574...
by Susan | Jul 4, 2019 | Felt Patterns, Other Patterns
Yes, we’re months away from December, but what’s wrong with a bit of Christmas in July? I had so much fun with my Vintage Truck last year that I’ve been pondering over a VW bug. I’ve had this on my mind for quite a while and finally finished...
by Susan | Mar 29, 2019 | Critter Patterns, Felt Patterns
When the suggestion for an elephant hit my inbox, it immediately resonated. I’m fascinated by elephants. They have such human-like emotions. I love that they are good mamas, banding together to raise their babies. And what’s cuter than a baby elephant? I...
by Susan | Feb 12, 2019 | Critter Patterns, Felt Patterns
Many a visitor has suggested a cow pattern. She spoke to me yesterday as I was tinkering with designs. With a snow day in the forecast, she’s the perfect project for shoveling procrastination! Download the free plan below or purchase a complete kit with expanded...
by Susan | Jan 8, 2019 | Bird Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
Only at Downeast Thunder Farm will you find this Spiffy Spectacled Owl in the woods. He’s more inclined for warmer climates. You can download this free plan here or pickup a kit in the SHOP. Either way, she’s a good project for a snowy afternoon. The...
by Susan | Dec 26, 2018 | Felt Patterns, Other Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
I’m not sure what got into me this year. Just four days before Christmas I decided we needed new, custom Downeast Thunder Farm Christmas stockings. I enlarged my Barred, Western Screech, and Great Gray Owls (mine, Hannah’s, and Paul’s) and appliqued...
by Susan | Nov 25, 2018 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
It’s my favorite time of year – WHRL Christmas Tree Festival time. I’ve got a few trees and wreaths planned for the event, but this is my favorite. I’ve updated my Barred Owl pattern and created her in grays for this wreath. Truth be told...
by Susan | Nov 19, 2018 | Felt Patterns, Other Patterns
The vintage pickup truck carrying a tree is such a popular theme right now that I’m creating a Christmas wreath around this wood version I designed. It was only after I had it cut out and painted that it occurred to me I could have made it out of felt. So I did....
by Susan | Oct 28, 2018 | Felt Patterns, Other Patterns
I prefer creating life-like wildlife patterns, but with the WHRL Christmas Tree Festival a little over a month away, this angel will the be the centerpiece on one of the wreaths I’m designing for the event. It’s available here as a free download. However,...
by Susan | Oct 14, 2018 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
I’m working through my list of North American Owls trying to create them all out of felt. The Spotted Owl brings me a bit closer to the finish line. Hope you enjoy him! The Delightful Spotted OwlDownload Now!3659 Downloads Purchase a complete kit with expanded...
by Susan | Sep 5, 2018 | Critter Patterns, Sea Life
It’s been a bit of a dry summer on the new pattern front. With Hannah home and I working more than I can ever recall, I’ve not spent much time being creative. This Boisterous Bottlenose Dolphin has been in the works for a few weeks, but only today as I sit...
by Susan | Jun 24, 2018 | Felt Patterns
Introducing my new Downeast Thunder Felt Pattern Kits for sale! My felt pattern obsession started out as a hobby in 2011. To date I’ve created over 160 patterns! Sharing them online seemed like a natural thing to do. Hearing from so many people who enjoy the...
by Susan | Apr 2, 2018 | Felt Patterns, Insect Patterns
The Eastern Swallowtail Butterfly is the most common butterfly visitor to my garden. When the Asian Lilac is in bloom they flit and fly about feasting on the blooms. I’ve been known to park a chair next to the lilacs and lie in wait with my camera. Enjoy!...
by Susan | Mar 25, 2018 | Felt Patterns, Insect Patterns
Luna Moths are so beautiful and graceful. Count yourself lucky if you’ve seen one – they live such short lives. Just a couple of months and it will be the season for these elegant creatures. Dream of summer as you create this moth! Luna MothDownload...
by Susan | Mar 20, 2018 | Felt Patterns, Insect Patterns
It’s finally spring! And as I’m waiting for the two feet of snow in my garden to melt away, my thoughts are turning to preparation for Milkweed and Monarchs. This butterfly is a bit oversized, measuring 5.5″ from wing-tip to wing-tip. A piece of wire...
by Susan | Mar 13, 2018 | Critter Patterns, Felt Patterns, Sea Life
Earlier this week, Sharyn wrote to say, “Your recent series of whales got me inspired to go whale watching on the California coast. I’ve lived in California over 30 years, but had not traveled to go whale watching. One thing I’ve learned is that we...
by Susan | Mar 11, 2018 | Critter Patterns, Felt Patterns, Woodland Patterns
Happy the Hedgehog has been a long time coming. She has been a most popular request since I started sharing my felt ornament designs. We don’t have hedgehogs in the wild in the USA so she wasn’t at the top of my to do list, but she was fun to make. Enjoy!...
