It's been longer than planned since I last wrote a post here, but life sometimes gets in the way and half term was busy. Amy had a wonderful time in New York (despite being there for the coldest Valentine's day in 100 years with temperatures at -17 and colder with the windchill). She saw lots, shopped lots, loved Les Mis on Broadway and was completely wowed by the city and all of it's sights and sounds. She also loved flying which was a relief for us both and can't wait to do it again sometime. Thanks so much for all the good wishes for her trip.
Since the children went back to school last week I've been trying to get myself organised. I've had a week of flitting from one thing to another and as a consequence nothing was getting finished but after sitting down and making lots of lists I've started to feel like I'm getting somewhere. Hopefully by the end of this week we'll have signed off on the latest ream of paperwork for Toby which will be a big relief to have out of my head. I've also just put the finishing touches to a small batch of animals which I'm hoping will have new homes in time for Easter.
I've been working on these since the start of the year so it's nice to have them finished. Four of them have been listed on Etsy (already sold) and the other 4 are over on my shop blog, full details on how they're being offered for sale are here.
Now my head is a little clearer I'm going to be focusing on the next animal pattern. Most of the notes are scribbled down so now I need to write them up properly, make test samples, photograph the steps and test out the final pattern. It will be a month or so before that's all done but I'll keep you up to date with any news.
Thanks as always for stopping by, I'll be around a little more often now that I'm feeling a bit more organised so I hope to see you soon x
little cotton rabbits 
As someone who struggles with knitting, I can only marvel at that darling little rack of clothes, just delightful!
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Your standard of work and attention to detail is outstanding. So very very talented.
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Such a lovely collection of animals! I love them all ❤
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These are just the cutest, i have started back to my crochet trying to clear my art space to be more organised xx
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They are all really brilliant (those little shoes ❤ ) but personally I find the kitty the most awesome of all ❤
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Your animals all have such distinct personalities! They are gorgeous! I sympathise with the flitting, I am struck badly with this at the moment, not helped by a lurking virus. How exciting that Amy had a wonderful trip, I bet she took some great photos too, might you share a couple? I almost clapped my hands when I saw the clothes on the little hangers on the clothes rail. Just perfect. Off to write another list and add it to my pile of lists….
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Lovely to hear from you Julie,
it’s so hard to get going sometimes. I’m another one that has too many ideas running around my head! When I’m like that I don’t seem to achieve very much at all.
The new toys are all looking as gorgeous as ever. Lovely colour combinations too. I was going to say you are a true inspiration to me but, you’re also a very bad influence lol!
Thank you for sharing xx
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How wonderful the new toys are looking – I love your attention to detail! Glad Amy had such a good time in New York – my son was there during the hurricane a few years ago, and despite being holed up overnight and not being able to do all they had planned, he still said he loved the experience and would not have missed it for the world!
I’m holed up finishing a knitting project – the last of 12 aliens promised for an educational project. So glad I am at the end and looking forward to doing something different.
Can’t wait to see what your new animal pattern will be! Onwards and upwards as my mother would have said…..
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They are so cute. Unfortunatly, i’m late and i’ve seen you have lots of demands.😢
As you wrote yarn informations on your shop, I will take my needles and make some to my Children.
Could you tell if you next pattern will be the bear? My children are in love with your bears and would really love to have one like yours.
I look forward to be in one month and discover your new pattern 😊
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Just beautiful……looking forward to your next pattern and can hardly wait for the little piggy in the future. 💗x
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Another beautiful batch of bunnies and things. We just completed a Little Cotton Rabbits class at the yarn shop where I work. It was very popular and we plan on running another in May. I too am looking forward to knitting your bear, badger and pig. Happy knitting!
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I love reading your blog, all of your animals are so lovely.
A new animal is very exciting, looking forward to reading all about that.
I’m hoping for a woolly delivery today. I plan to start a cat this weekend hopefully!!
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I couldn’t get the smile off my face while reading your latest message and looking at the pictures. I am so glad to hear Amy returned home safe and sound and had a wonderful time there. (-17 degrees,though, wow!) The animals are sooo cute, it does not matter how many I make, I will never reach that level of perfection. And the little clothes rack! Oh gosh.
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As a U.S. resident, so glad to hear that Amy’s experience was lovely!
Your animals are wonderful . . you inspire me to liberate the partially finished bunny from your pattern and GET HIM DONE!
I am delighted that Toby’s paperwork is wrapping up . . .enjoy your spring!
Mary Kate
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Hi Julie, you have been busy, I don’t know how you do it.
In love with all your animals but am a bit obsessed with your bunnies, I am so enjoying making them. The clothes are a joy to knit too. Looking forward to your new patterns too.
So pleased Amy had a brilliant time. Hope all the paperwork brings great results for Toby.
Keep up the good work. Sue x
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Dearest Julie…I don’t think you are flitting or not getting going…it sounds like you are flat out, highly productive & as usual I am in awe of the beauty you bring into the world. You are a Superhero…you turn string into things as well as perfom leaps & bounds for your children! I too have been consumed with form filling, getting “cognitive & adaptive functioning” testing completed, interviews, resumes…the list goes on…to get my Jack ready for the next chapter of his life…as well as keep up with my other two boys who are transitioning. But your knitting patterns are my solace, escape, pleasure & joy and my goal is to visit my Little Cotton Rabbit basket more often. Can’t wait for your new pattern…it’s like waiting for a baby! I love the surprise & I always know it is worth the wait!!!!!
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I’m a new follower. The internet is such a great support tool for those living with challenging lives. We lost our oldest son (20 years ago this April) one year after a heart transplant at the age of fourteen. I wanted you to know that sharing your life has been very inspiring. I was a quilter while dealing with our son’s life and illness. At the time I always felt quite alone because there weren’t any creative people around me. Thanks for sharing it touches many. I started knitting with your free patterns to sharpen my brain skills after an aggressive CHEMO. It has been such fun. I’m five years cancer free. Still knitting. Thanks again Gail
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WHERE CAN I FIND THOSE DARLING COAT HANGERS?
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Oh my, what a sweet little batch of bunnies. I think I am in love. The detail that you put into your animals and their clothing is amazing to me.
I’m glad to hear that your daughter had a good time in New York City. I, too, love to fly and it’s a good thing, since our children live all over the world and if I want to see them Then Mama needs to fly! Thank you for sharing your new batch of animals with us. I’m sure they will brighten up the hearts of someone very soon in their new homes.
Blessings, Betsy
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Hi,
i like a lot your rabbits, but i truly love the little dresses.
You are an artist! 🙂
Wish you a beautiful spring!
Ulica 🙂
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So glad you feel you’re getting somewhere Julie and I’m pleased that Amy had a wonderful time in New York!
You’re latest batch of animals are absolutely gorgeous.
V x
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Oh they’re gorgeous, really so very beautifully made and photographed. I always love to see them in progress as well. So glad you’re almost through the latest batch of paperwork for Toby, I hope it all goes well. Wishing you and yours a good weekend. CJ xx
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Ohmygosh Julie — they’re just the cutest — as always! You always have the sweetest little clothing combinations. And I LOVE that photo with them all in the basket — everyone needs a little basket of bunnies!!!
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That basket of bunnies is so cute. Just adorable!
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My heart goes litter patter. Adorable. I just can’t wait for the next pattern.
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They look just delightful so sweet
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Great you are very clever so sweet
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Julie I would like to send you a little something. Not sure how to get your address. If you have a minute please reply. You have been such an inspiration I can’t thank you for sharing your life with others. I have gone back and read your blog from the start. Many of your thoughts are things I too have felt while dealing with an ill child years ago. Thanks Gail
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Hello
Lovely to see the little Rabbits.
kind regards
Pam x
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Your little animals are absolutely gorgeous, they put a smile on my face every time I come to your blog, and I just adore the little clothes hanging on the rail.
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Love these little animals, your work is so good!
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Beautiful as usual Julie.xx
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Hi Julie! I have followed your blog for years (it was actually the first “blog” I discovered on the internet years ago. I have to tell you that each and every time I see your pics I want to sit down and knit or crochet something! Your colors and detailed designs are like chocolate to a knitter/crocheter!
My daughter was also inspired by your work and at 17 started her own Etsy shop with baby hats and blankets. She is now 22 and has moved into more baby designs that are faster to create but she knows her roots are still with that crochet hook and ball of yarn!
May you be blessed as the years unfold with more creative designs and more love for your family than you already have!
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I loved seeing these in their constituent pieces a few posts back, Julie, and they are so gorgeous all put together. Love the soft grey/pink pastel shades. And I love your giant crocheted throw in the background – wow, that is a lot of work.
Always inspired by your work.
Julie :o)
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You are so amazingly productive! Although I know that it hardly ever feels like it, I suffer from the same sort of thing- no matter how much I get done, I can think of a million more things I need to get done, so the list never ends and I never feel caught up! Your newest crop of softies are beautiful, I love all the wonderful details.
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Lovely!!! I can’t wait for the new pattern…I’ve been making lots of the little animals and their dresses! thank you for creating beautiful things and sharing your imagination with us!
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What beautiful colours for the clothes. I have just finished my first mouse complete with ballet cardigan, just got to put it all together now. Glad Amy enjoyed her trip.
Love Alison x
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Not only your animals are the cutest in the whole world, but their clothes are amazing! you are the queen of design. I regret I am reading this post late and I am afraid all your rabbits have been adopted now… Anne
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Do we know what animal you are working on? the suspense is killing me! haha
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As always, when I get a moment to catch up on my favorite blog posts – yours is always one of the most beautifully written and photographed! Your banner is really exquisite – I’m sure you chose your glove yarn colors totally independently of the other colors in your banner – but everything is just so well done!
Now that Amy has come back with wonderful New York memories I’m hoping that someday you, too, might make that trip across the pond and even get all the way to the West Coast so maybe I could attend a seminar or at least a one-day visit in a yarn store in Oregon (?) !!! That’s probably pie in the sky at the moment…but I just wanted to tell you how excited I would be to meet you!
Today I took a moment and read through your tutorials. Such accuracy in instructions…I must get out my yarn and get back to knitting (I have been sewing clothes for myself and my grown daughter). You are an inspiration to us all, Julie! Thank you so much.
Mary in Oregon
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MITTENS! My faux-pas!
Mary
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I’m glad Amy had fun in NY….I don’t know how she made it through -17° weather….brrrr!!
Cute little knitted animals! Good luck with all your projects 🙂
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Yesterday I had a morning in Jolie and treated myself to some yarn for a girly elephant. I can’t wait to get started!
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Your little cute bunnies, kitties, and elephants are awesome! Just look at them once and I will have nice mood for the whole day:) Great job!
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These are so adorable! I am amazed at your ability to create such loveliness on such a little scale. I’m glad I came upon your webspace, I feel charmed by my visit here.
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I’ve just discovered your bunnies, so sweet, lovely shooting too!
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Hi have I seen a bager in little cotton rabbits have you done any others thanks
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Impossibly adorable pictures!!!
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I am wondering where you got that amazing doll rack with the little hangers I love it 🙂
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