I can't believe this has come around so quickly. When I first started I wasn't sure how long I'd stick at blogging but visiting other blogs and reading all of the wonderful comments that people leave here has become a really important part of my day. Thanks so much for visiting, leaving comments and for the encouragement and support that you offer me.
To celebrate I'd like to give away a toy at random so if you'd like to win it please just leave a comment below (just say Hi if nothing else comes to mind but be sure to leave a contact email). I'll leave this post up for the next week and then use a random generator thingy to pick a winner on Wednesday March 26th. The winner can then choose what regular sized toy they'd like me to make for them.
I've been playing with mice again this week and have made another prototype head with a pointier nose and completely pink ears. I think I'm happy with it at last, so mice are now on the menu!
Anyway have a wonderful Easter - eat lots of chocolate and don't forget to leave a comment below if you'd like to enter my giveaway.
The draw is now closed.
I LOVE the mouse, congrats on making such wonderful toys - I love checking in and seeing how all the Little Cotton Rabbits are!
xxxxx
Posted by: Rhian | March 19, 2008 at 09:23 AM
Hi - congratulations on your 200th post. I enjoy reading your blog and seeing your creations!
best wishes
Sam
Posted by: Sam | March 19, 2008 at 09:27 AM
Oooohhhh!!!! What a cute little mouse head. This one is definitely a hit. Congratulations on your 200th post. Bluebell sends all her love and apologies for not writing before. She says she was busy arranging to move to Victoria but she is going to try and take some photos of herself in her lovely new garden this week.
Jocelyn
Wonderful West Gippsland
Posted by: Jocelyn House | March 19, 2008 at 09:32 AM
Hi, I love reading your blog (although I don't leave comments very often), the mouse looks very sweet.
Posted by: fibrespace | March 19, 2008 at 09:48 AM
Loving the new head for the mouse, congrats on the 200th post and have a wonderful Easter.
Posted by: carolyn | March 19, 2008 at 09:48 AM
Congratulations on 200th post. That mouse's head is looking really good - spot on I'd say.
Posted by: cazzie | March 19, 2008 at 09:55 AM
I don't know whether I've ever commented before, but I've been reading your blog for a while and love your knitted toys! Congratulations on your 200th post!
Posted by: KarenV | March 19, 2008 at 09:57 AM
Hi love checking in on your blog, congrats on your 200 post.
Posted by: debby4000 | March 19, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Congratulations on the big 2-0-0! If you've written 200, it must mean I've read 200...and loved them all of course!
I definitely think you've cracked the perfect mouse now - the ears are my favourite bit!
Posted by: Rebecca | March 19, 2008 at 10:07 AM
Wish you a wonderful easter! And congrats on your 200th post! The mouse is really so great!
Posted by: Martine | March 19, 2008 at 10:08 AM
I love the little mouslings. Wishing you and your family a lovely Easter and a happy next 100 posts to you. x
Posted by: Florence | March 19, 2008 at 10:13 AM
I love your blog, and the little animals are so sweet - I'd love to win one!
Posted by: Margery | March 19, 2008 at 10:17 AM
Congratulations on your 200. I have also been reading for awhile and not commenting :) - really love your toys. Gorgeous. Happy Easter to you and yours
Posted by: Sweetp | March 19, 2008 at 10:17 AM
Congratulations! I was so chuffed to find your blog - it's a delight to read. And just to let you know that Sven is very happily ensconced in my dining room - he likes to supervise the drinks cabinet ;-)
c
Posted by: Charlie | March 19, 2008 at 10:19 AM
Congratulations on 200 posts! I hope there will be lots more little knitted animals in the future x
Posted by: Victoria | March 19, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Hello Julie,
Many congratulations on your 200th post. Your talent is amazing, and you outlook always lifts my spirits.
I very much look forward to reading your next 200 posts.
Lots of Love
Chris x
Posted by: Christine | March 19, 2008 at 10:26 AM
Congratulations on your 200th post!
Super cute mousey - can't wait to see it with a body ;o)
Posted by: Kitschy | March 19, 2008 at 10:28 AM
Dear Julie,
Wow 200 posts that is wonderful. Congratulations. I have to say that I am in love with this little mouse....I think the profile reminds me a little of the Brambly Hedge mice...who in my opinion are some of the cutest mice I have ever seen...So in my eyes this little mouse is a winner! I love the pink ears too. I know that our little mouse, Lavender Honey, who lives in my sons room has the softest pinkest ears in the world. Just beautiful. Happy Easter to you and your family - Jen
Posted by: Jenny | March 19, 2008 at 10:30 AM
Happy 200th post Julie. Little Cotton Rabbits have come a long way, now it is more like Little Cotton Menagerie. Your new mouse is delightful, like all your wonderful creations but I will always hanker after a little cotton Rabbit.
Posted by: Debbie | March 19, 2008 at 10:33 AM
Well I can't let THIS lucky draw pass by. Congrats on the big two-double-oh!
anna
x
Posted by: anna | March 19, 2008 at 10:33 AM
Hi,
I've recently discovered your blog after seeing the easter eggs pattern on Ravelry. Absolutely love your toys so would love to be in with a chance to win one :)
Happy Easter
jude
Posted by: Jude | March 19, 2008 at 10:33 AM
Love your little creatures. Happy 200th post, well done!
Amanda
Posted by: Amanda | March 19, 2008 at 10:35 AM
Hi! jsut wanted to say how much I love reading your blog and congratulations on your 200th post! I love your toys and hearing about your family!
Posted by: lucy | March 19, 2008 at 10:37 AM
I've been a bit of a lurker - Happy 200th the little mouse is sooo cute.
Posted by: Leanne | March 19, 2008 at 10:38 AM
Hi from Hungary!
Happy 200th! Congratulations!
Posted by: Szigami | March 19, 2008 at 10:39 AM
HI!
(waves and timidly)
Love your blog, love your little friends even more!
:)
Sara
Posted by: Sara L | March 19, 2008 at 10:40 AM
Congratulations on your 200th Post Julie!
I only recently discovered your blog and stalk it regularly as it's so inspirational. I LOVE the creatures you produce and would be overjoyed to win one.
Posted by: Sandra | March 19, 2008 at 10:40 AM
Congrats with your 200th! Blogging is such a great medium and I'm glad I found you!
Groeten uit Rotterdam
Posted by: knittingajour | March 19, 2008 at 10:46 AM
That mouse is adorable from every angle!
Posted by: Jan | March 19, 2008 at 10:49 AM
Congratulations on your 200th post.
The mouse is lovely, well done you! Keep on posting - you absolutely inspire me!
Posted by: Karen | March 19, 2008 at 10:51 AM
I pray I haven't posted twice-it seems my first post didn't take.
Happy 200 and here's to many, many more blog posts! Thank you so much for all the inspiration, both creative and personal. I really can't see how you get it all done and maintain such a sunny disposition. Thanks for sharing with us!
Posted by: Donna | March 19, 2008 at 10:53 AM
The mouse looks absolutely fab! :o)
Congratulations on your 200th post!! xxx
Posted by: Gems | March 19, 2008 at 10:54 AM
Happy Easter!
Congrats on your 200th post - love all your creations and reading your blog.
Look forward to reading another 200 posts!
Posted by: Georgie | March 19, 2008 at 10:54 AM
I just wanted to say that I am glad that you did keep your blog going as I really enjoy reading it and seeing all your little creations!
Posted by: Meika | March 19, 2008 at 11:02 AM
Congratulations!! 200 posts is a huge achievement! I really love your blog, you creations and your famiyl stories are really inspiring to me :-)
Posted by: Jill | March 19, 2008 at 11:06 AM
Your mouse is the best!! Congrats on your 200th post; you're a very clever lady!!
Posted by: Bonney | March 19, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Love the mouse! x
Posted by: shine | March 19, 2008 at 11:14 AM
I love your new and improved mouse! Such a sweet lovely face :D
Love reading your blog, keep up the good work!
xoxo
Posted by: Cheryl Ang | March 19, 2008 at 11:17 AM
Oh, please include me! 200 posts! Congratulations on 200 wonderfully entertaining and always much anticipated posts! : )
Posted by: Sophie | March 19, 2008 at 11:18 AM
Congratulations on your 200th post!
I'm really glad you kept posting :)
Posted by: Ana Salomé | March 19, 2008 at 11:23 AM
Oh my golly - loads of comments already!!! Please include me too (pretty please!!!) and well done on reaching 200 and having such a fabtastically brilliant blog!
Posted by: Lucy Locket-Pocket | March 19, 2008 at 11:24 AM
Congratulations, I love the mouse (and all of your softies, actually) !
Posted by: Tania Ho | March 19, 2008 at 11:30 AM
Congratulations on your 200th post! I've found your blog a couple of weeks ago, and this is the first time I've left a comment.
I'm really looking forward to when you have some of your cute creatures in your shop, as my daughter would love one!
Jessx
Posted by: jessica daisy | March 19, 2008 at 11:31 AM
Congratulations and thank you for sharing your world with us!
Posted by: Amanda B | March 19, 2008 at 11:31 AM
I was grinning to myself as I clicked over from bloglines, wondering how many zillion comments I'd need to scroll down over to leave mine! Here's to the next 200 posts Julie.
Posted by: Ali | March 19, 2008 at 11:32 AM
CONGRATULATIONS on 200 posts!
I love your little toys - you do a fantastic job!
Posted by: Kylie | March 19, 2008 at 11:37 AM
Congratulations! WOW - 200 posts - that's terrific! I love your little mouse prototype and can't wait to see the finished project.
I hope that you and your family have a wonderful Easter!
Posted by: Elaine | March 19, 2008 at 11:39 AM
I love all the toys you make,wish i were such an able knitter, please go on blogging !
Posted by: Monique | March 19, 2008 at 11:40 AM
Congratulations on your 200th Post wow I don't know where you find time but I am glad you do, love your blog. Would love to be entered into your giveaway.
kind regards Helen Shields
Posted by: Helen Shields | March 19, 2008 at 11:41 AM
Happy 200th post! Your blog is always an inspiration, and your knitted creations are just too cute. I'd love to give one a good home!
Posted by: Jodi | March 19, 2008 at 11:43 AM