by Susan | Oct 8, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Ground and Game Bird Patterns
This humble little bird has the honor of being the most requested bird pattern at Downeast Thunder Farm. We don’t have these little birds in our neck of the woods, but I certainly had fun designing him. Enjoy! Right click on this link and select “save...
by Susan | Sep 30, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Shore, Water, and Wading Bird Patterns
I was inspired to make this little Sandpiper after my walk on the Sunrise Trail Friday. This pattern can be used for a Least Sandpiper or a Semipalmated Sandpiper. You choose! Right click on this link and select “save target as” to download this free pattern to your...
by Susan | Sep 23, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Shore, Water, and Wading Bird Patterns
The Seagull is possibly to most common bird seen along the Maine coast, but I tend to overlook them. They are sometimes a nuisance, sometimes comical, but always present – soaring over the bay, bobbing in the water, roosting on the rooftops, or strutting along...
by Susan | Jul 1, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
Recently, Sheena wrote: I would love you to produce a great grey owl pattern. My daughter had a great grey owl fly up the isle at her wedding land on her husband’s arm and deliver their rings. It was stunning, I’d love to make her one for her first wedding...
by Susan | Jun 8, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
The past couple of days, a cute gray bird has perched on the fence outside my office. I’ve never seen him visit the feeder in the front, he just sits on this fence and surveys his surroundings. Studying the grainy pictures taken through the window and screen, I...
by Susan | Apr 14, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Domestic Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns
Inspired by some of our latest chick additions to the farm and a rainy day, here’s a Delaware hen felt bird. To download this pattern, right click here and select “Save target as” to save this PDF to your computer. Share your pics if you decide to...
by Susan | Mar 17, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
It never fails to thrill me when I see a Bald Eagle. Living along the coast it’s not uncommon to sight one of these majestic birds, but it’s always a treat! To download the free pattern to your computer, right click here and select “Save target...
by Susan | Feb 24, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Ground and Game Bird Patterns
Known as a Timberdoodle in some places, the evening sounds of the American Woodcock in the spring blend in with the chirps and croaks of other woodland insects and critters. Right click here and select “Save target as” to save the free Woodcock PDF pattern...
by Susan | Feb 17, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
As it turns out, the Prairie Warbler doesn’t really live on the prairie at all, but in fields and forests. Living so far north, this may be the only Prairie Warbler we see. Right click here and select “Save target as” to save this Prairie Warbler PDF...
by Susan | Feb 9, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
Long-eared Owls are fairly common, but not often seen. He’s a good project for a snowy winter’s day. Right click here and select “Save target as” to save this PDF pattern to your desktop. Comment with a link to a picture of your owl or share...
by Susan | Feb 3, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Tree Clinging Bird Patterns
This Red Headed Woodpecker is so striking with its crimson head and checkerboard colors. Lately I’ve heard a number of Woodpeckers at work, but they’re unlikely to be this pretty little bird. Right click here and select “Save target as” to...
by Susan | Jan 27, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
This female American Kestrel, is America’s tiniest falcon. Although they’re hunters, she’s got such a pretty profile, I couldn’t resist making her. To download the American Kestral pattern, right click here and select “Save target...
by Susan | Jan 20, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
After the excitement of my first owl sighting earlier in the week, it was only natural that my next bird pattern would be a Barred Owl, also affectionately known as the Hoot Owl. Right click here and select “Save target as” to download this Barred Owl...
by Susan | Jan 13, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
We have lots of these little Dark-eyed Junco flitting in and out of the brush along the edge of the woods. This fall, they particularly liked the brush piles we created when cutting wood. They rarely sit still long enough to snap a picture. To download the free...
by Susan | Jan 6, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Tree Clinging Bird Patterns
The Pileated Woodpecker, distinctive for its wild bright red cap, is possibly one of the most iconic birds thanks to the Woody Woodpecker cartoons. This bird, with its bold markings, is a perfect project for a snowy day! Right click here and selected “Save...
by Susan | Dec 30, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns
I started my collection of bird ornaments with an owl last December, so it only seems fitting that I finish out the year with an owl. This diminutive Screech Owl is my new favorite felt ornament so far! Right click to here and select “Save target as” to...
by Susan | Dec 23, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Ground and Game Bird Patterns
I asked my friend Carol what her favorite bird was. I’m sure she knew why I was asking, given my penchant for my felt birds. She said, “A Robin for what it represents, but I should say a Peacock!.” She should know me well enough by now that I could...
by Susan | Dec 16, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
A few years ago, when we had an extremely cold winter with loads of snow, a flock of Pine Grosbeaks descended upon our bird feeder. Unfamiliar with the bird, I had to look them up to identify them. They stayed for a couple of weeks before departing and I’ve yet...
by Susan | Dec 8, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Domestic Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns
A goose is on the list of critters I’d like to add to the farm. The Pilgrim Goose would make a good sentinel for the property. However, until we have more open space and a budget that includes feed for the geese, I’ll have to settle for this goose. Right...
by Susan | Dec 2, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Perching Bird Patterns
A little bird with a big personality – this may be the quietest Mockingbird you ever see. You can download a printable pattern for this ornament (right click on the link and select “save target as” to save to your computer). Comment here to share a...
