We are starting to get excited about christmas here at our house. A few mince pies have already been gobbled up, the first door on the advent calendar has been opened and the countdown has begun in earnest! So, in keeping with the spirit of christmas I thought I'd write up a new free pattern to share with you - hopefully there's enough time to make a few before the big day arrives!
They are based on my teeny tiny toy pattern but have a dress and a hanging loop to make them suitable for hanging on the christmas tree. You can find the pattern here. I hope you enjoy it!









Oh those would be completely darling on the tree! Well,they would be if there was time to add them to my, can't say the word without hyperventilating, list! Next year...or maybe OOOOOOOH!!!!! what about spring variations for springtime trees? Oh.....ok. I've just started myself a new list..
Books being given away over with me if you fancy a freebie.... http://www.bigbucketgirl.blogspot.com
Posted by: bigbucketgirl | December 01, 2008 at 04:48 PM
Really cute! Thank you for the pattern Julie.
Posted by: Lucy | December 01, 2008 at 04:49 PM
Lovely, thanks! Are you going to sell any of your beautiful toys before Christmas? I could not buy one last time and I am looking forward to your next sale (and my kids too!).
Posted by: Claudia | December 01, 2008 at 04:51 PM
Thank you so much for these, they're gorgous.
I'm going to get going tonight so I can give my grandaughter one tomorrow.
Posted by: Winifred | December 01, 2008 at 04:52 PM
They are so sweet ! Thanks for sharing your beautiful pattern.
Posted by: Vivienne | December 01, 2008 at 04:57 PM
Uh-oh, I predict a knitting binge tonight =) As ever, thanks for sharing your pattern!
Posted by: Emily | December 01, 2008 at 05:06 PM
Wonderful. I think I'll try and get a few made for my tree. Thanks for sharing the pattern.
Posted by: jaci | December 01, 2008 at 05:13 PM
Those are super adorable, thank you for sharing your pattern!
Posted by: Kala | December 01, 2008 at 05:50 PM
Awww, little cuties. Thanks for the pattern! No.1 has deemed us to be having a pink 'n' green theme on our tree this year ... hmmmm, could make some teddies with pink dresses? x
Posted by: Kitty | December 01, 2008 at 05:51 PM
Oh how exciting! Thank you! Lucy x
Posted by: Lucy Locket-Pocket | December 01, 2008 at 06:11 PM
They are so cute Julie - I'm going to have to make some (do you think I could conjure up some extra time too!) Thank you!
Posted by: Gina | December 01, 2008 at 06:19 PM
Какая прелесть! Очень аккуратные игрушки! Люблю заходить к вам в гости!:)
Posted by: bili | December 01, 2008 at 06:29 PM
Oh they are just so wonderful. I really should get round to learning to knit. For now I'll just gaze longingly at them!
Posted by: Turvys | December 01, 2008 at 06:42 PM
soooooooooo cute your christmas tree will be gorgeous, don't forget to share a picture with us please
Posted by: Marimi | December 01, 2008 at 06:52 PM
Thank you Julie, it really is very kind of you , think I'll be making some of these :-)
Lisa x
Posted by: periwinkle | December 01, 2008 at 07:24 PM
Ooo thank you for sharing this pattern - I will be making some soon :)
Posted by: Cazzie | December 01, 2008 at 08:16 PM
Your stuff is so lovely. I wish there were a few more extra days in the week with all of the lovely ideas you give me. I am still on the case of the wristwarmers :) I am going to sign off in a minute to do a few more rows. Thank you x
Posted by: Gemma | December 01, 2008 at 08:51 PM
I'm sure if good karma comes from selfless generosity then you must lead a charmed life.
Christmas budded here on Sunday. The kids couldn't wait another second so the tree is up. The tinsel is glistening and the Christmas crafts have begun. I've posted a free download of a reindeer drawing that Amy might like to have a play with and see what she can do.
Cheers
Jen
Posted by: frazzy dazzles | December 01, 2008 at 09:28 PM
So cute, thank you very much for the pattern !
Posted by: Tulipe67 | December 01, 2008 at 09:50 PM
How cute! Thank you so much! :D
Posted by: Josefin | December 01, 2008 at 10:01 PM
Gorgeous little creatures - my girls will go wild over them. Thank you.
Posted by: Megan Young | December 01, 2008 at 10:14 PM
Oh I love them! I had been planning to make some of your tinies in some of your little knitted stockings but these are even cuter!
Posted by: dottycookie | December 01, 2008 at 10:45 PM
Oh My!!!! They are SO cute!!!! Thanks for the pattern!! I may have to dust off my knitting needles today.
Posted by: Cathie | December 01, 2008 at 10:59 PM
thank you so much, they are very sweet and i am looking forward to making some to hang on my own tree.
Posted by: marti | December 01, 2008 at 11:50 PM
Merry Christmas to you too:) Thanks so much for the adorable pattern!
Posted by: Jeanie | December 02, 2008 at 12:27 AM
Those are wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing the pattern!
Posted by: Beth | December 02, 2008 at 12:39 AM
Absolutely adorable!
Sara
Posted by: Sara | December 02, 2008 at 02:16 AM
Love the ornaments Julie! Impeccable as always! Happy Holidays!
Posted by: juliebogacz | December 02, 2008 at 02:18 AM
How sweet of you! They are adorable!
Posted by: rohanknitter | December 02, 2008 at 03:56 AM
Thanks for sharing your pattern.... at the moment I'm making your little socking decorations... I'll be making some of these later in the week :)
Posted by: Josie-Mary | December 02, 2008 at 06:05 AM
Thank you Julie for this adorable pattern, they will definitely be a little something extra special to make my munchkins for Christmas.
Blessings to you and your family for Christmas.
Posted by: Fresh Tea | December 02, 2008 at 06:32 AM
Oh my, SO adorable.
Thanks or sharing the pattern :)
Posted by: Hege | December 02, 2008 at 07:08 AM
Very sweet! thanks for the pattern. i might acutally knit one of them on my way home for Xmas. I'm taking the train... (oh, i love the train) and will have 6 hours of peace to knit look out of the window and daydream. have a nice week, erika
Posted by: erika | December 02, 2008 at 08:02 AM
OMG, they're so cute :) I wish I didn't have to finish these scarves for Christmas pressies. I'd love to make these for my tree :) Maybe it'll be a last minute knit.
Posted by: Sinta | December 02, 2008 at 11:02 AM
Hi Julie
Thanks for your generosity in sharing your lovely patterns. Just made 6 stockings and seeing your tiny rabbits and looking at your pictures wondered if you had given any thought to getting your patterns published. A book of them all would be a wonderful inspiration to all of us who read your blog. I'm sure we would all love to try out your patterns and your tips on how to get such a lovely neat finish. I have been knitting toys for my children for a while now (even my 16 year old still likes to receive a new one)
Posted by: Marian | December 02, 2008 at 12:32 PM
Hi Julie
Thanks for your generosity in sharing your lovely patterns. Just made 6 stockings and seeing your tiny rabbits and looking at your pictures wondered if you had given any thought to getting your patterns published. A book of them all would be a wonderful inspiration to all of us who read your blog. I'm sure we would all love to try out your patterns and your tips on how to get such a lovely neat finish. I have been knitting toys for my children for a while now (even my 16 year old still likes to receive a new one)
Posted by: Marian | December 02, 2008 at 12:32 PM
Thank you for the tiny bear patterns. They will be adorable on a Christmas tree.
Posted by: Christine | December 02, 2008 at 04:18 PM
These are so cute, I hope I can get some time to try out your pattern.
Posted by: jackie | December 02, 2008 at 04:26 PM
What lovely decorations, I will definitely be making one for my daughter - thanks for sharing the pattern. :)
Posted by: SpotsandStripes | December 02, 2008 at 04:30 PM
Oh Julie they're beautiful!!!!
I so wish I had the talent of being able to knit, I can sew anything, but i must learn to knit!
I made some Christmas Decorations too, and there's a Guide on 'How-To' on the blog.
(Not very hard to make I admitt!)
Season's Greetings,
Laura
Posted by: Laura (Robson and Mason) | December 02, 2008 at 06:52 PM
Love those baby teddies - can see several hanging from bare sticks - very cute
Posted by: josue | December 02, 2008 at 07:45 PM
adorable....
Posted by: Suzie sews | December 02, 2008 at 09:36 PM
Thanks for sharing, the bears are so cute!! I might not get lots done this year but it is something to work on for next. Best wishes for the holiday season!!
Posted by: Theres | December 02, 2008 at 11:41 PM
Woow they r So Cute!! Thanks for sharing this pattern..
Well done buddy.
Posted by: Life Info Zone | December 03, 2008 at 09:57 AM
Oh Julie! They're just cute as can be. Thanks so much for the pattern!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | December 03, 2008 at 02:36 PM
They're soooo adorable and it makes me want to drop my knitting project to cast on this project. I really enjoy your blog and your work. I love it when you share what you make even when it is not related to your stuffed animals. I plan to do your wristwarmers after the holiday craziness! Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Posted by: Debbie | December 03, 2008 at 05:03 PM
How cute are they? Fabulous.
Posted by: Craftydramaqueen | December 04, 2008 at 11:47 AM
Thanks, Julie for sharing! I made one yesterday and she now adorns my tree.
Posted by: Sherri | December 04, 2008 at 10:56 PM
Soooo cute. Thanks for the pattern.
Posted by: Judy Bushey | December 05, 2008 at 05:16 PM
*eek* these are too cute!
I'm way behind on the mince pie eating, I haven't even started yet ~ which is probably a good thing!
love
Alison
x
Posted by: Alison | December 06, 2008 at 05:15 PM