We like using wicket around this homestead. It's a free resource and it looks lovely, whimsical, and romantic. Can I say more? 

A lot of wicket going on at our homestead!

Ducks! I've been dreaming of ducks for such a long time... Now the dream has become reality.

 WARNING: Do not  get ducks, if you are not prepared to watch their adorable antics, every time you walk by. I'm Serious! 

Why Ducks? I love my Chickens, but wanted a second source for eggs, and secretly I just love cute little ducks. They are amazing at putting out the eggs. The French say that baked goods are superior when duck eggs are used. I can't wait to get some of those beautiful eggs!

We needed some fencing, and fast. I love wicket fencing. They use this in England, and I have always loved the whimsical romantic look. We have hundreds of small pine trees on our property. A fire went thru a long time ago, and left a little forest of perfect wicket material. My husband and the kids got to work building some wicket fencing for the duck yard. 

Thought you might enjoy a pictorial guide on how we build wicket fencing....

The perfect duck yard! Next post, I want to show you all the ways we use wicket on the homestead.