This post has been languishing as a draft for over a week but it's been school half term break here so I've not had time to sit down and finish it. At this moment though Toby is having a little quiet time, sitting happily watching Balamory (his current favourite show) and stimming with his lego, so I'm hoping to get this done and posted before he decides he wants a bath or a snack or a different Balamory dvd on.
He would have quite happily sat and watched his Balamory dvd collection on a loop all this last week and I swear I'm still hearing the theme tune in my sleep. I've tried to get him out as much as possible though, so there's been wood walks and trips out too. Of course while Toby has wanted to watch dvds I've had a little knitting time but I'll show you more of what I've been making next week. For now I just wanted to pop in and post some pictures of the final two prizes from my 10th anniversary giveaway, as they've now arrived in their new homes.
I've so enjoyed making these and hearing that their new owners are pleased with them.
Well, that's it from me until next week, when peace and order will once more return here and I'll have time to write up our half term adventures, until then have a great weekend and a happy Halloween x
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Thanks to all for the kind compliments, the little suitcase and tea cups are made by Maileg. I bought mine from Bijou, I think that this particular style might be sold out but there are lots of other pretty designs.
little cotton rabbits 
The bunnies are absolutely gorgeous and I’m sure they are delighted in their new homes. My daughter has been exasperated too this holidays as her daughter insists on watching her Frozen video every waking minute. I didn’t like to say that she’d been the same with He-man and She-ra back in the day.
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Gorgeous, especially the top one, I love the dress and cardy. And those feet! Beautifully done, as always. It sounds as though Toby had a good half term. The woods are particularly lovely at the moment aren’t they. Wishing all a good weekend. CJ xx
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Oh Julie, I could knit your bunny pattern a thousand times but my finished bunnies will never be a patch on yours! They are absolutely gorgeous and I know they will be treasured by their lucky new owners. The lace dress will always be my favourite and your colour choices are beautiful. The little suitcases are the icing on the cake!
I hope you enjoy the rest of half term, looking forward to your next post and catching up.
Sue xx
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The top bunny has the sweetest expression. Seeing your knitted animals always fills me with joy. Where do you get those teeny buttons? They are precious.
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Oh, how beautifull, I specially love the blue one.
They are so cute
Have a nice weekend
With love Manon
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Your little bunnies are adorable, did you make the mini suitcases too?
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Your little bunnies are gorgeous as always Julie!
Have a great weekend and happy halloween.
V x
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Julie,
Vos tricots sont toujours très beaux et les vêtements que vous tricotez pour aller avec vos petits lapins sont magnifiques. Les couleurs sont splendides. Félicitations pour votre merveilleux travail.
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Your bunnies always bring a smile to my face, they are both gorgeous! Love their little suitcases too!
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Gorgeous bunnies, as always. I particularly love the colour way of the neutral colours bunny – she’s adorable. I’d love to know what type of wool you used to knit her head etc – it’s just lovely.
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These are the cutest ever. Happy to see they were sent on their ways with a little cupcake snack. That really made me smile!
Barbara
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your generosity is astounding and humbling and very very touching .
bless you
s.h.
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Oh those bunny dresses. I want them in grown up sizes. Gorgeous!!!!
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Gorgeous bunnies, Julie – I love the way you present them with their little suitcases and extra outfits.
Julie :o)
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Your color choices are so beautiful! I wish I could put colors together the way you do. The suitcases and tea set are such a wonderful addition. Thanks for taking the time to show us your fabulous work.
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I’m always surprised by your bunnies. So beautiful and well made. Don’t know why I would be surprised.
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I love these! Such talent in your hands.
Blessings,
Betsy
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Your bunnies make me happy. Hope all is well.
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Oh my hey are so cute with there little suitcases 🙂
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They are just too cute with their little suitcases and accessories! Hope you are keeping well Julie… We are long overdue a coffee!
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Your bunnies are beautiful as usual Julie. I just love the lacy little dress of the top one.
Have a nice week-end!
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OMG they are sos cute and sweet !
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Those are darling, I esp love the top one. Here’s wishing you lots of walks in the woods!
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Oh Heavens, those are so cute. I bought your patterns a few years back and made one rabbit. Now I feel I need to get the pattern out and make some more. So SWEET!
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They are all so beautiful Julie. Their new owners are very lucky people.
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Complimenti! ti ho scoperta da poco e sono rimasta incantata a guardare i tuoi lavori, cosi belli e così perfetti, si vedono tanti coniglietti lavorati a maglia nel web, ma come i tuoi non ne esistono…fantastico tutto.
Auguro un buon w.e. e mando un caro saluto a te e a Toby,
Laura
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I am happy to read that Toby is having a good holiday , giving you some time for yourself while he watches his DVD, and accepting to go out for walks.
Your adorable little rabbits are fabulous, and your precious present makes me smile and feel privileged every time I look at her.
I am looking forward to discovering what you are knitting!x Anne
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Unbelievably gorgeous. You do do details so well.
Those little suitcases all packed and ready make me want to be six years old and seriously playing with my toys all over again.
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so so so so sweet. The luggage and tea set were made for LCR.
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Dear Julie…great to see your post amidst your busy life! You are a wonder! Gentle question…would you consider sharing the yarns you used for these lovely bunnies & clothes? I love your colour sense….as someone who isn’t so sound, in terms of yarn choices & colour combos your choices inspire me to get busy. I usually order my yarn online so it would help to guide my decisions…& success. Enjoy the cooler days & spectacular colours as everything lets go……..🍃🍂🍁🍃🍂🍁
Fondly, Lori from Port Perry
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I love your amazing little bunnies and their suitcase full of treasures! I hear you about the tv vs crafting time. The tv buys us parents a bit of peace, but then you know that they would just watch it all day if you let them!
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Please: keep writting!
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I’ve just come across your blog through a Bloglovin suggested post and seen these lovely bunnies. They are absolutely gorgeous and like their little suitcases of clothes too.
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So sweet! Gorgeous work, Julie.
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You are just so clever, they are adorable
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Julie,
The bunnies are just the cutest. I am so glad that Toby is having a good school break. Take care!
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Julie, I always look forward to your posts with all the gorgeous photos of magical creations. Love hearing about your interesting family life too. Big hugs from Kimmy and a happy Halloween to you too!
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Your work is so lovely…I want the children in my life to have dozens of those rabbits!
True confession, I would love a couple of them for myself!!
Will be buying patterns to make.
People’s very different gifts bring joy into this world.
Thank you for using and sharing your talents, even with the challenges you face.
It encourages me to really open up, use and share mine.
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Do you have a source where you get those cute little suitcases? I want to get some to hold the clothes for each animal I am going to make.
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Hi Ana and thanks. The little buttons are made by ‘Dress it up’ they’re the kind used for scrapbooking and card making and are between 3mm – 6mm. I found mine on Amazon but craft shops often stock them too. Hope you track some down.
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Thanks Kim. No, they’re way beyond my capabilities! They are made by Maileg – I’ve popped a link in at the end of the post above,hope this helps.
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Hi Ann and thanks
This bunny was knitted from 2 strands of yarn held together, 1 of Blue Sky Alpacas melange in 809 (100% baby Alpaca) and 1 of Rowan Kidsilk Haze in 670 (70% mohair, 30% silk). Hope this helps
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Hi Lori and thanks. A lot of the yarns I’m using now are from my stash and have sadly been discontinued. The bunny in mustard clothes is knitted from 2 strands of yarn held together, 1 of Blue Sky Alpacas melange in 809 (100% baby Alpaca) and 1 of Rowan Kidsilk Haze in 670 (70% mohair, 30% silk). Her cardi is in The Uncommon Thread sock yarn in Nutmeg and her clothes in stashed cotton 4ply. The grey bunny is knitted from all discontinued yarns I’m afraid (Rowan Alpaca cotton for the bunny)
Sorry I can’t be more helpful, J x
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Hi Abby, yes I’ve popped a link at the end of the post above.
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Many thanks for that Julie.
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I read your posts all the time and never comment but I just have to tell you that I notice all the little details in your designs – the sweet delicate lace on the dress, the two-color designs, the variations in the little faces. . . . you are so talented! I love your posts.
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Julie — your little bunnies are just. so. adorable. Absolutely no one makes them like you do — even with your patterns! You’ve done such a cute job with the accessories — I know your winners were thrilled!!!
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I’m so excited, I just saw that Yarn Harlot knitted your teeny tiny bear! I still love making these, how kind of you to give them to the universe, thank you! X x
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Those bunnies are unbelievably cute!!!
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thanks much for the information.
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As ever your bunnies are just amazing, the detail is delightful!! I’m sure they are so treasured in there new homes.
I love the two sheep in your last picture, thanks for sharing all your gifts and talents.
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I just love all your little bunnies… I’ve been browsing your website to see where to purchase the pattern for the little red sweater for the bunny. Can you tell me where I can find the pattern. Thanks..
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