Thanks so much to everyone who took the time to enter my giveaway. It's been lovely reading all of the comments and the fact that so many of us get such great pleasure from the small things in life and the presence of those we love and treasure strikes me as a very special thing.
The winners from the draw have been notified and have selected their prizes (you can see their comments and winning numbers at the end of the post about the draw). Catherine has chosen Saffron and Denise is having Candice. Here they are getting packed up and ready to travel.
It's interesting that both winners have chosen cats. This is the first time that I've made cats so it's nice to know they are a welcome addition to the little cotton rabbit clan. I have a few more cats along with a mouse, a trio of foxes and a bevy of bunnies which I'm going to list for sale as soon as possible. I'm just sewing on the last buttons and writing out their descriptions ready for making labels for them. I hope to have them ready for new homes in the next few days. You can see all 20 of them in detail (minus Saffron and Candice of course who will shortly be on their respective ways to New Zealand and the USA) over on my flickr photo stream or follow the links below.
I'll email the mailing list once they're ready and update facebook once they are listed for sale.
1. cinnamon, 2. coco, 3. pepper, 4. maemi, 5. aisling, 6. hudson, 7. bowie, 8. marmalade, 9. marmaduke, 10. rosalba, 11. mairi, 12. wyeth, 13. bennett, 14. fantine, 15. calico, 16. tabitha, 17. lucia, 18. finnea, 19. felipe, 20. jack
Autumn has definitely arrived here and I'm enjoying the feel of it. Will pop back soon with some pictures from the last few autumny weeks,
see you then x
little cotton rabbits 
Congratulations to the two winners, they are so lucky in deed! I would love to be able to purchase one of your lovely makes. They are perfect and so beautifully made. Thank you for sharing your life and talent. xoxoRobin
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Congratulations to Catherine and Denise! I would also like to wish a safe journey to Saffron and Candice. Such long journeys ahead for them, but they appear to be very wise packers! Why, they are even bringing along their, no doubt, favourite toys! Love these posts!! Thanks for bringing smiles to so many!!
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They are so so adorable! I am about to start knitting a cat from your pattern for my cousin for Christmas 🙂
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Congratulations, Catherine and Denise! I just love the tiny teddies in the suitcases – a girl travelling across the world should never go without her teddy 🙂 xx
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Your things are adorable I have about 5 of your patterns
I love how easy they are to make. And each one comes out
So professional.
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I’ve been trying to win a little rabbit for so long… but congratulations to the winners!
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Julie
Your attention to detail and awesomeness makes for fabulous little animals.These little beauty’s are amazing, i will never forget finding your web page and how it inspired me to get knitting when i found myself housebound with a badly broken leg. That inspiration helped… no it stopped me from going nuts whilst i was stuck at home for 8 weeks. Thank you for the inspiration and the insight to your wonderful family life your skill and patients is endless. x
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Congratulations to the winners! I love your new cat designs, they’re really sweet. I’m so proud to have your Candy Rabbit here in my house, having won her two years ago. She still sits on the shelf over my desk and I find her lovely and inspiring. I hope you and your family have been doing well, I look forward to seeing what you’ve been up to lately.
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Hello! 🙂
I love this little dresses, your work is beautiful!
You are a magician of knitting! 🙂
Ulica 🙂
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Your creations are just a delight to look at!! Such a talent!
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lucky winners! those are truly some wonderful kitties, I’m sure they will be very treasured by their new owners.
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Are you going to change the name of your shop /blog now? Little Cotton Cats just doesn’t have the same ring 😉
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It must have been so hard for them to select. :o) Have a beautiful weekend!!!
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Aww they are all so lovely congrats to the winners
Clare xx
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Congratulations to the two extremely lucky winners !!
Julie your little bunch of pretties are as always gorgeous, the kitties are an excellent addition to your little animal family and I don’t mind admitting I would love to add one to my collection.
V x
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Magnifique !
Tendre !
MARVELOUS ❤
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Son preciosos. Felicidades
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Congratulations to the very lucky winners. Your little animals are so cute. You are a very talented lady. x
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So beautifully done, I adore the little suitcases and tiny bears. You’ve outdone yourself! Such a gorgeous collage of animals. I’m liking Jack a lot, he’s so sweet. CJ xx
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What delights!!!!xxx
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So wonderful!
How does one join the mailing list?
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Too cute, these wee knitted animals. I can hardly wait to start knitting my litter of kittens and clothes, but must rest my hands a few more weeks…. 😦
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I would like to join the mailing list – these bunnies, cats ets are really beautiful
Helen Banks
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Damn, damn, damn. I didn’t enter the competition because I didn’t think you would mail to some where as far away as New Zealand. Actually from England there is no where further away. I’m in Australia and you try to get things from America and they act like we don’t have a mail system. Damn.
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Beautiful little ones! I think it’s such a great idea to take a picture before you put them up for adoption. I must remember to take pictures of my little ones 😌 I am eyeing Felipe & Jack! Can’t wait to see how your sale goes!
As always, Lori from Port Perry
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eeek Julie! i keep checking your blog everyday for glimpses of new little animals and today’s the day!! i love every one. you’re work is so adorable and obviously made with much love. great photos. hope your hand is healing well and you are feeling better.
xoxo,
Kim (Washington state)
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Beautiful! It’s so nice to see all your little creatures together, and what I love most is that you give them names! I adore your work, you’re very special!
Best regards from Belgium
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Thank you so much to share your beautiful creatures, you are very generous! Lucy
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Congratulations to the lucky winners! All the little creatures are so appealling and imaginative. Funnily enough, after knitting many bunnies, I have knitted more cats than anything else, I think because there are a number of varieties of facial features to try but also the sweaters and dresses are so challenging. I cannot wait for more patterns, when you are ready, of course. 😉 Well done for your work Julie, I’m betting these little lovelies will go quickly; love the names too!
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As usual, your work is just beautiful Julie. Your second cat, brought a tear to my eye, I own 2siamese and have had Siamese for around 30 years. Last year my pretty little girl went to cat heaven, her name, Coco.
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all are beautiful as always. I love the little suitcases!! and the colours : the mustard colour is just great.
Miss
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Well done to the winners, what beautiful prizes they have chosen. I just love their packed suitcases 😍
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such sweet little cuties. Lucky winners
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It is lovely to see them all in the mozaic photo♥♥♥ It is incredible that you managed to knit them all + their clothes+ many other things you knit and crochet+ all the other things you do : gardening, decorating, cooking, taking care of your home and your family… Oh I admire you so much! Anne
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Congrats to the winners, what a beautiful prize!! x
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I am glad for the winner 🙂
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oh my goodness these little guys are so darn cute… seriously. Every kid I know definitely needs one. And I must say, much the appeal to them is how perfectly you construct them! Your handy work is incredible! I may just have to try to make one of these myself…. 🙂
congrats to the lucky winners! 🙂
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So cute and even cuter (and smaller!) toys. Congratulations to the winners. Your level of skill is amazing, I’m totally in awe.
Do you have a link to your selling place as your work is too good to resist. 🙂
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Sorry I missed the sale on etsy! Maybe I will be lucky and be selected on the random number selection. Your work is absolutely incredible!! Thank you for giving me a chance.
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Oh my goodness….I would love love one!!! The fox has my eye and the Rabbit in the dark blue knitted dress…I will take any of them if I am fortunate to get one…Thank-you…
Maylyn Fleming
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Julie, I would love to have Aisling or if she’s not available I will take any bunny, kitty or fox that’s available. Thanks so much!
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I would love one of course….I am nuts over them….my favorite is the Bunny in a dark blue knitted dress or the fox in her knitted dress….awesome and adorable!!
Maylyn Fleming
Texas
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I would like to buy one of your rabbits I don’t know where to leave the comment I would like Rosalba if possible. Jennifer Kingston, Canada.
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Not sure how to leave a favorite comment on their picture. I would love to have the chance to purchase Calico. Thank so much. Love your blog. LeAnn from Pennsylvania.
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those are all adorable xxx
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Hi, I love your animals!! How do I buy one? It says on Facebook you still have some left (crossing my fingers!! Thanks. Kelly
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I saw on Facebook to leave a comment, not sure if it’s here? Would love the opportunity to buy one of your little animals. The perfect Christmas gift!
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The suitcases packed with the little belongings of your little critters is just like icing on a cake! You continue to amaze and delight all of us who follow you.
We have befriended a young couple on our little island. We met because we stopped them on the street to meet their little Bulldog, Frankie, about a year and a half ago. Sadly, they are scheduled to move across the United States next week due to the husbands military career…he serves in the United States Marine Corps.
When they have their first child, I will be wanting to adopt one of your fabulous little creations for their little one. Any chance you could create a Bulldog for me to give to them?
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Hi, Congratulations to the winners. I’ve been following you’re blog for a number of years and your little creatures are adorable. There are a number of bloggers I follow (Mary Janes Tea Room, Just Pootling, Green Rabbit Just to name a few) you our all very talented, inspiring people and deserve to be acknowledged for your talent. Thank you for the inspiration you give and sharing parts of your life with us. I wish I had more hours in the day to just knit and knit. Have a great weekend. Jackie
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Hi. I haven’t checked in since my vacation last month. Shame on me for missing out! You FB said leave a comment if there are any left. Are there?
Jenny
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How do you sell your animals for? I’m interested but live in Canada do you ship there??
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I have purchased your patterns and love, love, love them. You show little suitcases in the pictures. Can they be bought online also and if so, would you mind providing the site where I can purchase them? Thanks Yvonne
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Hi Yvonne and thanks for your comment
The suitcases and the clothes rack are made by Maileg and I bought these ones from Bijou Lifestyle – a lovely little on-line shop with lots of tempting things!
http://www.bijoulifestyle.co.uk/maileg/maileg-rabbit-furniture-and-accessories
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