This week I've been having fun mixing mohair with wool and alpaca and I'm really pleased with the results (although I have to say that I admire Lisa even more because I found the mohair very fiddly to knit with and kept snagging it!). I'm also not as brave as her as the thought of popping them into the washing machine to felt them is too scary for me!
These two just need some clothes, which will keep me busy over the weekend. Incidentally Sunday (oops - it's Saturday, thanks Roo!) is world-wide knit in public day - you can check out events in your area or just go out and do it on your own!
Whatever you do this weekend, have fun!
Ooh I just love that cute little rabbit! How brave of you to knit with those wool combinations, I only ever tried once and the result was terrible due to all the yarn splitting I did. Can't wait to see them both dresed up, will they be boys or girls...I look forward to finding out.
Shelley xxx
Posted by: Shelley | June 13, 2008 at 09:24 AM
That polar bear is just too cute!! Gorgeous. I love the mohair rabbit too. Very sweet. Go on, be brave, pop him in the washing machine!!! I'd love to see how he turns out.
xMx
Posted by: Marie | June 13, 2008 at 09:26 AM
Oh how I covet that rabbit! He is truly beautiful. Any chance there will be any for the shop? I can just see him and Little Green Rabbit being the best of friends......
Posted by: Lucy | June 13, 2008 at 09:50 AM
Julie,
the little mohair rabbit/chappie is very cute...
Is he going to be sold into a new home?? PLEASE....
Posted by: Fiona | June 13, 2008 at 09:56 AM
Oh how cute are they? Gorgeous.
Ps. WWKIP day is Saturday I think!
Posted by: Roo | June 13, 2008 at 10:11 AM
They are truly gorgeous! I am no expert but honestly felting is really easy - I think the rabbit especially would felt well. Why don't you knit up a square and felt that - then you could see what it would look like? Just put it in the washing machine with a normal wash - it has to be in with something else otherwise it doesn't work properly. It has to be 40 degrees or above too. Worth a try. xxxx
Posted by: debbie | June 13, 2008 at 10:46 AM
I just started my day with an oooohhhh! What little 'cotton' lovelies they both are. Hugsx
Posted by: jill | June 13, 2008 at 11:01 AM
Ooh, they look so soft (and fiddly)! Gorgeous.
Posted by: Sel | June 13, 2008 at 12:05 PM
Little fluffies as gorgeous as ever =) I'm off to knit in a park tomorrow, but typical England, it's going to be pouring down!
We're getting there early so we can snag the bandstand!
Posted by: Emily | June 13, 2008 at 12:40 PM
This rabbit is so very sweet, it really makes my heart bang. And it don´t need clothes to look more lovlier!
Posted by: Krawuggl | June 13, 2008 at 12:56 PM
Curly fur! What a triumph! There's not a convenient event near me, but I may knit in the park if it's summy. I'm sure that counts.
Posted by: Ali | June 13, 2008 at 02:03 PM
Your new knitting looks gorgeous! And I can't wait to tell Dorothy about WWKIP! She always complains if I try to knit or crochet in the park because it's "not an appropriate place"!!!! She's only 10!
Lucy x
Posted by: Lucy Locket-Pocket | June 13, 2008 at 02:08 PM
So worth it! The fluffy rabbit is gorgeous!
Posted by: Anina | June 13, 2008 at 03:26 PM
They are both gorgeous but the curly rabbit does it for me - adorable! You can felt by hand if you like - takes longer but you can oversee the process as it goes. Tiring and hot on your hands though.
Posted by: Caroline B | June 13, 2008 at 03:36 PM
they are adorable i love the bunny
Posted by: sara | June 13, 2008 at 03:42 PM
Those are adorable! And I agree, mohair is a fiddly sort of yarn to work with. Knit in public on Saturday? Okay . . . I need to start a new pair of socks anyway. :)
Posted by: peggysue | June 13, 2008 at 04:07 PM
Veeeerry cute. I really admire your talent. Here's a big hug for you today. Keep inspiring the world. Deb
Posted by: Deborah | June 13, 2008 at 04:13 PM
I love the bunny especially - I think I will have to try that combination. I crocheted a bunny in Patons whisper once and nearly went insane ...
Posted by: dottycookie | June 13, 2008 at 04:59 PM
I'm off to my local kip tomorrow, should be fun.
Love the curly combination bunny!
Posted by: French Knots | June 13, 2008 at 05:02 PM
I just love that rabbit, the texture is extra cuddly - even better than felted.
Posted by: Mrs. Organic | June 13, 2008 at 05:41 PM
I love your fuzzy bunny! Someone else in Blogland (Domesticali I think) was reminding us all of that wonderful childhood rhyme:
Fuzzy Wuzzy was a Bear
Fuzzy Wuzzy had no hair
Fuzzy Wuzzy wasn't fuzzy
Was he???
It would be perfect for a fuzzy teddy. My favourite toy as a child (I had it till it got lost at the age of 35) was a mohair octopus - went to bed with me every night! I liked tickling my nose!
Posted by: Di | June 13, 2008 at 06:24 PM
I LOVE your new Rabbit. He is just too cute for words! Please can you make some to sell? Please, pleeassssssseeeeeeeee, PRETTY PLEASE?
I think he is much nicer as he is, please don't felt him! (Is that rude?)
I would happily pay extra for the extra time taken to knit him.
Oh please say yes Julie, pretty please, pretty, pretty, pretty please?
Kirsty & Catriona-Hope
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Posted by: Kirstlah | June 13, 2008 at 06:28 PM
Call me intuitive but I reckon Kirstlah wants you to make some fluffy rabbits to sell!
I'm not surprised though - they are totally adorable. x
Posted by: Kitty | June 13, 2008 at 06:52 PM
these are so cute!-they must take you ages!
Posted by: driftwood shack | June 13, 2008 at 06:57 PM
thanks for the sunday info-- I think I'll go out for tea and start a project.
Posted by: carolyn | June 13, 2008 at 07:23 PM
so cute, but i definately think at least one should go in the washing machine - go on I dare you :-)
Lisa x
Posted by: periwinkle | June 13, 2008 at 08:53 PM
Your mixed yarn turned out a really nice rabbit. Makes me want to pull out my book and knit a teddy bear too.
Posted by: Angelika | June 13, 2008 at 10:54 PM
Julie,
I love the brown bunny? Are you going to be selling him/her perhaps? Also, do you make your knitted mini mitten ornaments for sale? Please advise. Thank you!
Posted by: Erin | June 13, 2008 at 11:58 PM
Ooh the little brown bunny is adorable with his fuzzy fur. How cute they both look.
Posted by: sue | June 14, 2008 at 12:36 AM
Simply put....absolutely lovely!
Your new use of yarns will be a sure hit!!
Posted by: Kirsty | June 14, 2008 at 01:36 AM
AAAhhh that bunny is sooo adorable.
love Alison x
Posted by: Alison | June 14, 2008 at 06:49 AM
Oh Julie, once again your creations are just soooo soooo beautiful! Jen
Posted by: frazzydazzles | June 14, 2008 at 10:14 AM
These are just absolutely beautiful!
Sue
x
Posted by: Sue Murray | June 14, 2008 at 04:07 PM
Splendid texture for the bunny - so cuddly!
Posted by: Jesse | June 14, 2008 at 08:37 PM
Did anyone else notice bunny's ears?
They are so completely adorable all floppy to the sides.
He looks vintage....the kind of bunny you would find in a chic antique store.
Can't wait to see all the new babies in the next shop sale!
Posted by: Shawn Mary | June 15, 2008 at 01:59 AM
So which one of them will be having the pirate sweater? I only ask as I really don't mind. I would welcome either one of them to the Stash Basket! Both even!
Posted by: michaela | June 15, 2008 at 04:43 PM
Oh! Those are so cute! I love the loopy texture on the rabbit - perfectly snuggleable! We are fortunate to live next to an Alpaca farm www.azsualpacas.com (worth a visit to see the cutest pictures of our neighbours!) and the items in the store are so very soft so I have an idea your lovely knits must the most beautiful texture too! I'm sure the alpacas would approve! t.x
Posted by: teena | June 15, 2008 at 05:11 PM
Aww so cuddly. love them both. Deb x
Posted by: Debs | June 15, 2008 at 09:29 PM
They look beautiful! I wish I could knit like that: )
Posted by: clare | June 16, 2008 at 03:41 AM
Oh they are both cute, but I love the rabbit bestest :) Ah, you are truly gifted. I want to snuggle that rabbit lol ;) Too cute.
Posted by: Danielle | June 16, 2008 at 05:52 AM
Ooooooh, the fuzzy rabbit is adorable! I want one! Mohair is a bit of a pain to knit with (I use it for doll wigs).
I've posted your tag on my blog :0)
Posted by: dottyspots | June 16, 2008 at 09:13 AM
Oh my goodness, the brown fluffy rabbit is absolutely adorable! (S)He is soooo cute! Well done for sticking with the mohair the results were so worth it. Genius!
Posted by: Gemma | June 16, 2008 at 12:24 PM
That bunny is so gorgeous, and perfect as he is without felting. Can't wait to see what clothes you make for him (or her?)
Posted by: Modelwidow | June 16, 2008 at 05:00 PM
Awww, that little mohair one is adorable. (Well, they both are really, but you know what I mean LOL!)
Posted by: Thimbleanna | June 17, 2008 at 04:00 AM
I came across your blog today. What a treat! I really love your work and enjoyed the visit! Thanks!
Posted by: Pamela | June 17, 2008 at 04:15 AM
That fluffy rabbit is just adorable!
Posted by: carolyn | June 17, 2008 at 11:11 AM
The bear reminds me off a childrens book
Lars the polar bear. Written by Hans de Beer.
Lovely bear and rabbit, but this time for me especially the bear;-)
Posted by: Martine | June 17, 2008 at 01:27 PM
How cute are these? These would make a great addition to my daughter's collection of natural toys.
Posted by: natural toys | June 18, 2008 at 07:41 AM
Just gorgeous Julie! How busy you have been since my last visit...
Marie x
Posted by: marie | June 18, 2008 at 12:27 PM
Julie - the litte brown fluffy one is just to cute for words - I want one!!!
Posted by: Tania - Jet Designs | June 20, 2008 at 11:39 AM