Posts by Sherry
Let the Sun Do the Work: DIY Solar Wax Melter Guide
Let the Sun Do the Work: DIY Solar Wax Melter Guide My DIY projects don’t always turn out the way I hope, but this solar wax melter is one I’m genuinely proud of. I’ve tried a handful of other methods—crock pot, electric skillet, and more—but they were all messy, slow, and a hassle to clean…
Read MorePeep Peep! It’s Chick Season Again
It’s baby chick season again! Over the years, I’ve experimented with several different ways of raising chicks while they grow big enough to join the rest of the flock. My first year, the chicks stayed inside the house until they had feathers. After that, they moved out to the garage before eventually making their way…
Read MoreA Moment with the Queen: Laying the Future of the Hive
https://beeatitudeshobbyfarm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/11654.mp4 It’s always gratifying to spot the queen during a hive inspection. I was especially excited to capture a clip of this hardworking queen laying the next generation of pollinators. A queen’s work is never done. During peak season she can lay 1,500–2,000 eggs per day, ensuring the colony continues to grow and thrive. The…
Read MoreWinter Food Check: A Quick Peek for Food
Today we briefly opened the tops of the hives to check on their winter food stores. This time of year it’s important to make sure the bees still have enough reserves to carry them through the colder months when there is no foraging. We did our best not to disturb the cluster. Fortunately, most of…
Read MoreFrom the Hive to the Jar: Our First Harvest
Last weekend, Dad helped me harvest my first batch of honey. After months of watching the bees build comb and store nectar, it was exciting to finally collect the honey they had worked so hard to produce. We made sure to leave each hive with a full deep of honey to help them get through…
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