It's been a long time coming but at last I have written up my original knitted cupcake pattern. So many people have asked me about this over the last 4 years and I'm making less and less of them in favour of more animals (which are my favourite thing to make) so it seemed about time to share it.
I've written it up in pdf format with full instructions backed up by detailed photos to help illustrate the trickier parts. It's suitable for intermediate knitting skills and is knitted flat in a couple of pieces so there is some seaming (not to everyone's taste I know but in my humble opinion it gives the best finish - especially on the base).
I want to say a big, big thank you to Dotty Cookie, Rosemary and Faye who have all helped me test this out and tweak it into an easy to follow format.The pdf pattern is available to buy now on Etsy and I will try to keep them in stock though I have no idea what the demand will be like!
Anyway, to say a little thank you to those who visit here I thought I'd giveaway 5 copies of the pattern. To be in with a chance of winning a copy just leave a comment below and I'll have a random drawing on Wednesday. I'm also making up a batch of cakes to sell so if you're not a knitter and you'd like one they should be finished soon.
Sorry, comments are now closed for the competition.
Hello, just to say your cakes are soo cute - I'd love a free copy of the pattern and I'm sure they will be very popular in your shop. Thank you for releasing the pattern!
Posted by: Joss Plane | October 12, 2008 at 09:54 PM
Wouldn't this make a perfect Christmas gift for any child who likes to play "kitchen"? Charming!
Posted by: Bonney | October 12, 2008 at 09:55 PM
they are beautiful, I have taught myself to crochet but I struggle with knitting.
with a little spray of rose water they would be a lovely way to scent a room.
Cheers Alex
Posted by: Alex Samways | October 12, 2008 at 10:06 PM
Those are adorable. Thanks for taking the time to make up a pattern. I think they will be a great gift for my daughter!
Posted by: melanie | October 12, 2008 at 10:11 PM
Thanks so much for writing up your pattern. I love your work!!
Posted by: Beth | October 12, 2008 at 10:18 PM
The ideal solution for my diet!! Yummy, scrummy cakes with zero calories.
Here's hoping....
Posted by: Judy Jones | October 12, 2008 at 10:18 PM
OH lovely - another incentive for me to perservere with learning to knit - even though I am struggling with casting on - any advice???
April xx
Posted by: April Pardoe | October 12, 2008 at 10:20 PM
So cute, can't wait to make them...
Posted by: shannon | October 12, 2008 at 10:39 PM
These little cakes are so sweet. I'd love to make some!
Posted by: Jane | October 12, 2008 at 10:54 PM
Ooh they look delicious! I would like to knit some for sure! :-)
Posted by: Jill | October 12, 2008 at 11:08 PM
I'd sure love to win a copy of this pattern... :)
Posted by: sew funky | October 12, 2008 at 11:13 PM
Thank you so much for publishing your cake pattern! Love all your work.
Posted by: Malin | October 12, 2008 at 11:15 PM
Oooooooooo these look scrum-diddly-umptuous
Posted by: _M | October 12, 2008 at 11:20 PM
Oh I wish I could knit....i will content myself with waiting for the new batch of cakes to come on sale. Until then I will have my nose pressed against the oven door...which will be alright because it won't be hot seeing as you are knitting cakes..not really cooking them!!
Have a truly scrumptious day, kiss noises Linda Lilly Cottage.
Posted by: Linda and Laura Lilly Cottage | October 12, 2008 at 11:23 PM
I wanted to say your cupcakes are adorable! I am still a beginner knitter (and have a bunny pattern of yours that i bought from you and i cannot wait to give it a try) I'm not sure i am up to the cupcake pattern yet but can't wait to try that one too! :)
Posted by: mare | October 12, 2008 at 11:24 PM
Please, please can you put some more patterns into your shop - I would love to have this pattern and am more than happy to buy it.
Alicia
Posted by: Alicia | October 12, 2008 at 11:25 PM
These are so cute and no calories.
Posted by: Sue | October 12, 2008 at 11:27 PM
Julie - these are the best looking knitted goodies i have ever seen! You are incredibly talented & so kind to be releasing your pattern.
Posted by: Bridgette | October 12, 2008 at 11:35 PM
My granddaughter has 4 of these gorgeous cupcakes! She wanted a tea party for her eight birthday party and each little girl brought her favortie doll. The dolls sat at their own tea table with your cupcakes as their special treat! So glad I will be able to "attempt" to make some more. I can concentrate on getting an animal from now on!
Posted by: Donna | October 12, 2008 at 11:40 PM
I love everything you make!! I'm not sure mine will look as good as yours but I would love to give it a go!
Posted by: Cathie | October 12, 2008 at 11:44 PM
These are so so cute. Thanks for doing the giveaway - I am just learning to knit and these would be so fun.
Posted by: Michelle T. | October 12, 2008 at 11:57 PM
Your cupcakes are adorable, and I've love a chance to try making them! I'm thinking I have a lot of friends who would love one as a Christmas gift - they'd make nice pincushions!
Posted by: Crafting Jen | October 12, 2008 at 11:57 PM
Oh Yay! I'm so excited! You cakes are so very adorable, I just purchased the pattern, so please consider someone else for the drawing. Just wanted to say thank you for releasing the pattern!
Have a wonderful week! Marissa
Posted by: Marissa | October 13, 2008 at 12:01 AM
I haven't done any knitting for quite a few years but your patterns just make me want to grab the needles and get stuck into it...Linda :)
Posted by: Linda | October 13, 2008 at 12:02 AM
I almost fainted when I saw this post.
A PATTERN FROM JULIE!!!
Pigs are flying, the fat lady just sang, it's like Christmas in October!
Thank you so much Julie.
I know how hard you worked on this, not just to get it ready to publish, but for the years it took you to make it so perfect.
I will still cherish my ORIGINAL cupcakes from your shop no matter how many I make from your pattern.
Posted by: Shawn Mary | October 13, 2008 at 12:04 AM
Everything you do looks marvellous. Love the colours you chose, the yarns, you have very good taste.
I'm sure that if I try to knit one of this cupcakes, it will not look as pretty as yours, but I can try!
Posted by: Sandra | October 13, 2008 at 12:04 AM
Oh, pretty! Just the thing for my grandson's upcoming birthday.
Posted by: DebrafromMD | October 13, 2008 at 12:08 AM
Yum! Calorie-free cupcakes! They look positively edible.
Posted by: anina | October 13, 2008 at 12:10 AM
Lovely! I would love a copy of the pattern, and hope I win. It would be fun to make them for my friends on their birthdays.
Posted by: homegardener | October 13, 2008 at 12:25 AM
I love your site, animals and your little cupcakes... so sweet.
Posted by: Debb | October 13, 2008 at 12:31 AM
they are very sweet, and i am glad that you have taken the time to write up the pattern!
Posted by: marti | October 13, 2008 at 12:37 AM
They are soooo cute please count me in.
Sylvia:)
Posted by: SYLVIA | October 13, 2008 at 12:37 AM
I love your cakes and animals! Will be keeping my fingers crossed :-)
Posted by: Myra | October 13, 2008 at 12:39 AM
I would love your pattern so I can make some for a couple of sick friends. If I dont win one, I hope I'll be able to buy one. I love your blog!
Posted by: Sheila | October 13, 2008 at 12:48 AM
Oh goodie.....cakes! Can't wait to get my copy and try them. Thanks so much for making these available to all of us.
K
Posted by: Karen | October 13, 2008 at 12:57 AM
So pretty! You work is always delightful!!
Posted by: Tanya | October 13, 2008 at 01:03 AM
Simply lovely!
Posted by: sara l | October 13, 2008 at 01:25 AM
A cup o' tea is what I need to go with those lovely little cakes....
Posted by: Cheryl | October 13, 2008 at 02:00 AM
I've been reading your blog for awhile now, but I've never tell you how I found you - those darling cupcakes were the reason. I recently got married and while I was in the planning phase, I researched on cupcakes (we wanted cupcakes as our wedding cake!) and your blog showed up! And I've been reading you ever since!
Thank you for writing out the pattern and sharing it with the rest of us.
Posted by: jennsquared | October 13, 2008 at 02:04 AM
You are to be applauded for all the awesome stuff you make. They are all so beautiful and very creative. YOu certainly have a talent in this craft and I wish I have the same talent as you are except that I am learning my way through knitting. I hope to be an expert like you, Julie one of these days. While I am learning, I would love to be considered for the drawing!
Posted by: Debbie | October 13, 2008 at 02:24 AM
I love these little cakes! If I were more motivated, I'd knit them up day and night because they are just soo cute to look at. :D
Maybe after all this time, the cakes come out, maybe I can hope against hope that the bunnies may come out too. :D
Posted by: Lacey | October 13, 2008 at 02:24 AM
How cute! I would love to make them up just have them sitting around the kitchen. They just make me smile.
Posted by: Mandi | October 13, 2008 at 02:40 AM
Would love to win one of your delectable cake patterns - please include me in your giveaway draw.
Tina D.
Posted by: Tina Dillon | October 13, 2008 at 02:48 AM
Perfect! Maybe one day soon I might be good enough to tackle something like this!
Posted by: lina | October 13, 2008 at 02:51 AM
I'd love to win one of your patterns. I'm a very basic knitter (emphasis on basic) but would love to try my hand at these!
Posted by: Lin | October 13, 2008 at 02:55 AM
I love these! Can't wait to get a pattern!
Posted by: Jessie | October 13, 2008 at 03:01 AM
I've been wanting to learn how to knit, and this would be the perfect motivation. :-)
Posted by: angelique | October 13, 2008 at 03:18 AM
How perfect for those of us on a diet! I am a knitter who seldom dabbles past scarves, but you have inspired me to try these!
Posted by: Nancy | October 13, 2008 at 03:32 AM
I have been waiting for this to come and i went straight to ur etsy shop but i am too late! sob sob..blame it on the time diff!=(
Will you be releasing more copies of the pattern on ur shop?
LOVE THE CAKES! they look so yummilicious!! I WANT!=D
Posted by: Kitty | October 13, 2008 at 03:38 AM
I know these will be popular! So cute, thanks for putting the pattern together!
Posted by: Leslie Hamilton, Texas | October 13, 2008 at 03:53 AM