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Downeast Thunder Farm

Our Little Patch of Woods in Downeast Maine
The Tiny Elf Owl

The Tiny Elf Owl

by Susan | Nov 3, 2013 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns

This little elf owl is among the tiniest of owls. You’re not likely to see one in Maine, but Hannah and I fell in love with the sweet Gylfie elf owl from the Guardians of Ga’Hoole movie. Right click on this link and select “Save target as” (on...
The Grand Great Gray Owl

The Grand Great Gray Owl

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...
America’s Majestic Bald Eagle

America’s Majestic Bald Eagle

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...
Elusive Long Eared Owl

Elusive Long Eared Owl

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...
The American Kestrel

The American Kestrel

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...
“Hoot” the Barred Owl at Downeast Thunder Farm

“Hoot” the Barred Owl at Downeast Thunder Farm

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...
The Fearless Eastern Screech Owl

The Fearless Eastern Screech Owl

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...
Meet the Tiny Northern Saw-whet Owl

Meet the Tiny Northern Saw-whet Owl

by Susan | Oct 24, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns

The Northern Saw-whet owl is one of the most common owls found in Maine. It was only after a blog visitor suggested I make a pattern for this owl that I read more about them. After listening to the call sounds on AllAboutBirds.org, I’m certain that we have a...
The Ominous Red-tailed Hawk

The Ominous Red-tailed Hawk

by Susan | Oct 20, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns

Red-tailed Hawks are really very beautiful. Unless you have nineteen chickens and six ducks. Then they become quite ominous. In honor of the hawks circling over head this past week, and the readers who requested it, here’s a Red-Tailed hawk ornament. Click here...
A Downeast Thunder Farm Snowy Owl

A Downeast Thunder Farm Snowy Owl

by Susan | Apr 22, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns

This little owl is reminiscent of Hedwig of the Harry Potter fame. While we don’t see Snowy Owls in our neck of the woods, there is a stuffed Hedwig living in Hannah’s room. Click here to download this free Snowy Owl felt pattern. Purchase a complete kit...
Feathery Felt Barn Owl Ornament

Feathery Felt Barn Owl Ornament

by Susan | Mar 4, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns

This little barn owl is my favorite felt ornament yet. With individual feathers and buttons for eyes, I can imaging her perching on the barn rafters. If we had a barn. Click here to download the pattern. If you make this little owl, please comment with a link to a...
Great Horned Owl Felt Ornament

Great Horned Owl Felt Ornament

by Susan | Feb 5, 2012 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns

We share our property with a great horned owl. On nights when the window is open and I’m doing my 2:30 a.m. night owl routine, I can often hear her “who-who-who.” Despite my searching, I’ve yet to spy this elusive critter. This little felt owl...
Owl Family Felt Ornament Patterns

Owl Family Felt Ornament Patterns

by Susan | Dec 20, 2011 | Bird Patterns, Felt Patterns, Owl and Raptor Patterns

Hannah and I have had great fun making these little owl ornaments to decorate our Christmas gift bags this year. For those of you looking for a fun felt project, I’ve put these in a pattern for you to download. Happy sewing! Click here to Download the Downeast...
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The joy of spending time watching bees and pumpkin The joy of spending time watching bees and pumpkin blossoms on a Saturday morning.
This year‘s garlic harvest is a mixed bag. With th This year‘s garlic harvest is a mixed bag. With the exception of flowers, I’m planting almost exclusively in raised beds. For the first time, I planted garlic in a 16 inch tall, wooden raised bed. Some of the heads right in the middle grew large. However, most of those around the edges are quite small. Planted on time and mulched with straw, it’s not my best garlic harvest, but we have garlic. And isn’t it amazing how nature sorts itself out when you plant the garlic clove upside down?
A great spangled fritillary butterfly on my new sw A great spangled fritillary butterfly on my new swamp milkweed plants. The new milkweed are looking strong and beautiful. Sadly, they’re also attracting yellow jackets. 😑
Our pumpkin trellis planted June 6 in Downeast Mai Our pumpkin trellis planted June 6 in Downeast Maine. Tomatoes and zucchinis are coming along slowly. We’ve had an odd mix of very cool nights with a nice days.
Murphee snuck in on my porch nap. 😂 Murphee snuck in on my porch nap. 😂
The story of Dad's 90th birthday. Mission accompli The story of Dad's 90th birthday. Mission accomplished. 😊
https://www.downeastthunderfarm.com/2026/07/dads-90th-birthday/
(Visit the link in my bio for the story on my blog.)
My first carrot of the season! I only plucked it b My first carrot of the season! I only plucked it because the greens could not stand straight anymore. It was delightful. These were so slow to start. I was beginning to wonder earlier in this season if they were ever going to make it. They did. 🥕
Today marks 29 years coming home to this fellow. 😊 Today marks 29 years coming home to this fellow. 😊 Happy anniversary, Paul!
We had 21 beautiful@birdhouses in WHRL’s summer si We had 21 beautiful@birdhouses in WHRL’s summer silent auction. Hannah’s “Coastal Maine Marsh” bright in the highest bid ($280). 😊 Yay Hannah!
A Sunday morning hummer from my spot on the porch. A Sunday morning hummer from my spot on the porch. It’s my first porch day in two weeks and it’s glorious. 😊
The @womenforhealthyruralliving Summer Silent Auct The @womenforhealthyruralliving Summer Silent Auction is live! Most items in the auction will ship (including the birdhouses Hannah and I created). 

In addition to 21 artist designed birdhouses, we have some other fabulous items and experiences, including a $1,050 Kayak package from Wyman’s, a Beginner Weaver’s Experience with Pat Olsen, a stunning Jelly Roll Rug from Elisa Ferrell ($200 value), a Geri Valentine original hat, a Massachusetts Air B&B Stay, Coastal Maine Botanical Garden tickets, and more!

The proceeds of this event support WHRL’s Incredible Edible Milbridge program and Milbridge Commons Wellness Park. Please share and help us spread the word!

https://www.32auctions.com/whrl
Ahh to be home. I arrived home last night and spen Ahh to be home. I arrived home last night and spent the hour before work in my garden. ❤️

The last picture shows an Eastern Redbud seedling sprouted from my mom’s tree. I planted two tiny seedlings I brought home from PA last fall and they survived the winter! The upside down trash bin is to protect them from the rabbits and deer.
Flying home today after a 90th birthday weekend wi Flying home today after a 90th birthday weekend with Dad. 😊
Pennsylvania bound for a short trip to celebrate D Pennsylvania bound for a short trip to celebrate Dad’s 90th birthday. 😊 It’s the first time in 23 years that I’ve flown on an airplane! 😬
The first Monarch of the season at Downeast Thunde The first Monarch of the season at Downeast Thunder Farm! #monarchbutterfly #mainemonarch
Little Murphee is not too sure about thunderstorms Little Murphee is not too sure about thunderstorms. She landed in my lap after the second rumble.
Stunning colors on a gray, overcast afternoon. Stunning colors on a gray, overcast afternoon.
Today’s bouquet from the garden. Today’s bouquet from the garden.
We're having a Judy explosion lately! I've lost co We're having a Judy explosion lately! I've lost count, but Murphee is on duty!

More at: https://www.downeastthunderfarm.com/2026/07/a-judy-explosion/
It’s been a long time since I have posted on my bl It’s been a long time since I have posted on my blog. Life just seems to get in the way. Here’s a bit of insight into the birdhouses Hannah and I created this summer.  https://www.downeastthunderfarm.com/2026/07/for-the-birds/
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