Thanks so much for all of the kind comments about the knitted hedgehogs. The little pattern is all finished and I'll pop some copies into my etsy shop and on to Lulu shortly. I thought I'd give away *20 copies of the pattern and also 2 of the finished hedgies at random - so please leave a comment below if you'd like to be entered into the draw.
The pattern can be made from leftover yarn and is very simple and with just 1 seam - the little feet are optional if you're in a hurry or don't like fiddly! They can be used as toys or make useful little pincushions.
I've decided to donate a portion of the profits to the British Hedgehog Preservation Society who were so helpful when we were hand-rearing Herbert Hogwart 2 years ago. Hedgehogs are in decline in many areas of the UK and if you'd like to encourage them in your own garden they have some great tips and advice on their website. They're lovely little creatures - very entertaining to watch and great to have around the garden as they hoover up all those pesky slugs and snails!
Comments are now closed (Thursday July 2nd 9.59am) Thanks x
So SWEET of you to do this giveaway. There are a lot of cute hedgehog stuffed animals available and I think yours are the BEST! Thank you for the giveaway opportunity.
Posted by: Denise Leavens | June 30, 2009 at 07:55 PM
Totally gorgeous hedgehogs and you are truly inspirational :O)
Posted by: rosii | June 30, 2009 at 07:55 PM
I'm keeping my fingers crossed as we love your hedgehog
Posted by: Jennifer Stevens | June 30, 2009 at 08:01 PM
Darling pattern!! You are incredibly talented. I love seeing all of your creations.
Posted by: Teresa L | June 30, 2009 at 08:06 PM
Count me in on the draw!! Very cute.
Posted by: Linda | June 30, 2009 at 08:16 PM
You did it again:-)
Posted by: Louise Kvist | June 30, 2009 at 08:20 PM
Didn't realize hedgehogs were in danger!.
Patonslake
Posted by: Patonslake | June 30, 2009 at 08:23 PM
Oh please can we go in the draw? My 10 year old daugher is hedgehog mad and I'm proud to say we have our very own resident hedgehog in the bush just outside out patio doors. :o)
Posted by: Ruth (& Lita) | June 30, 2009 at 08:23 PM
sooooo cute I love hedgehogs
Posted by: Sarah | June 30, 2009 at 08:34 PM
I'd love to be in the draw for your pattern or a little guy. You are such a talent!
Posted by: Carolyn | June 30, 2009 at 08:35 PM
Little hedgehogs with LOTS of character!
You're truly a creative lady - thanks for sharing your ideas. Isabel (South Africa)
Posted by: Isabel Rafael | June 30, 2009 at 08:37 PM
You are amazing- I wouldn't know where to start in creating a pattern! The hedgehogs are delightful! Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Sue Masterton | June 30, 2009 at 08:40 PM
These little knitted hedgehogs are so cute. You caught their characters just right.
We haven't seen real hedgehogs in our garden again for more than a year now, since our family of five met a mysterious end. All very sad.
We keep hoping a new one will find us and tell its friends about our yummy slugs.
Posted by: June | June 30, 2009 at 08:40 PM
How cute! I'd love to make one!
Posted by: Rachel | June 30, 2009 at 08:42 PM
Ha ha! Excellent news! Unfortunately I am useless at knitting but will certainly purchase a pattern if unlucky and then get her to knit some they are just soooo gorgeous! xx
Posted by: Georgina Wise | June 30, 2009 at 08:58 PM
I would love the pattern or a hedgehog. I love your little critters!!
Posted by: joanne wardle | June 30, 2009 at 09:00 PM
I would like it very much.
Posted by: Crystal Barrett | June 30, 2009 at 09:01 PM
Soo cute - will definitely be buying a copy of your pattern :0)
Posted by: Cazzie | June 30, 2009 at 09:05 PM
I would love to have a pattern, and even more a hedgehog made by you!! This is a lovely design. :)
Posted by: samm | June 30, 2009 at 09:08 PM
I'll take a chance! They are lovely!
Posted by: Manou | June 30, 2009 at 09:18 PM
Very cute pattern. I love all of your work! Someday I would love to buy your rabbit dress pattern. I just can't figure out straps, neckline and that pretty hem. I use your egg cozy pattern but I just don't think it is the same as some of those BEAUTIFUL dresses your bunnies wear. Maaybe someday you will sell that pattern. I will be there if so!
Patty
jnp1982@msn.com
Posted by: Patty Pierce | June 30, 2009 at 09:25 PM
I love hedgehogs...and yours are so beautiful!
Posted by: Ana Salomé | June 30, 2009 at 09:26 PM
All your designs are soooo sweet. I would love to win a hedgehog pattern! Please enter me in the draw. Thanks, Jan
Posted by: txjan | June 30, 2009 at 09:31 PM
I love hedgehogs and these are so cute.
Well done once again Julie!
Regards
Gaynor
Posted by: Gaynor Mackintosh | June 30, 2009 at 09:32 PM
love the little guy he's sooooo cute. I love to pop my head into your sight every so often to see what cute things your up to.
Thanks for my smiles today
Penelope
Posted by: Penelope Tracy | June 30, 2009 at 09:33 PM
How cute - I especially love the pincushion one - tongue in cheek?
Posted by: Penny Peberdy | June 30, 2009 at 09:37 PM
We don't have hedgehogs in Boston, MA :O(
Very cute pattern!
Posted by: beth from boston | June 30, 2009 at 09:42 PM
I started my hedgehog collection about 15 years ago. This would be a great addition to it.
Dianne
Posted by: Dianne | June 30, 2009 at 09:48 PM
O very cute! i love the pincushions!!
greetings Lucie
Posted by: lucie | June 30, 2009 at 09:48 PM
Awwwwww! They're gorgeous! I collected toy hedgehogs and had a bit of a hedgie obsession as a child (they're still in a basket in a cupboard somewhere!) so this is a perfect pattern for me!
Posted by: Charlie P | June 30, 2009 at 09:51 PM
Those are so adorable. I'm going to etsy now to see if the pattern is available. Thanks so much for offering it!!!
Posted by: Beth | June 30, 2009 at 09:59 PM
Ah, to have a hedgehog in Phoenix, Arizona! Let me be the first. Tina
Posted by: Tina Mackowiak | June 30, 2009 at 10:01 PM
I love the little hedgehog. I'd like to knit one for my Mum as a pincushion.
Funny to think of a hedgehog having pins stuck into it, rather than having it's own spikes poking out!
Posted by: Mrs Rowan Benjamin | June 30, 2009 at 10:04 PM
Love the hedgehogs..pick me pick me!
Posted by: Abi (Lavababy) | June 30, 2009 at 10:04 PM
So cute but I don't think I could bring myself to use them as pincushions. They are so realistic it would feel a bit too pseudo-voodoo doll-esque!!!
Posted by: ellouise88 | June 30, 2009 at 10:06 PM
Hi
The hedgehog is our "landscape"-animal here on Gotland, a small island outside Sweden. I would love to knit one! By the way, your rabbits are so lovely..
Viveka
Posted by: Viveka | June 30, 2009 at 10:06 PM
Oh my they are darling!!! Please enter me in your drawing. I'd love to have the pattern and be THRILLED to have one hand-knitted by you! I will even defray overseas postage if you'd like!
Posted by: Heather | June 30, 2009 at 10:07 PM
He's so cute.
I love hedgepigs, I did think we had one living under our deck but I think the cats must have scared him off.
Posted by: Celeste | June 30, 2009 at 10:08 PM
Oh, they are so cute! Please enter me, thanks!
ap_lemos at yahoo dot com
Posted by: Paula L. | June 30, 2009 at 10:08 PM
Oh, I love them! I am envisioning a cute hedgehog infestation of my place soon!
Posted by: D. | June 30, 2009 at 10:15 PM
Adorable! Who wouldn't love to win one of those cuties or the pattern. =)
Posted by: rc | June 30, 2009 at 10:19 PM
I love love LOVE your patterns - they are just the best I have seen anywhere. The sooner you write a book, the better!
Best wishes, Katie
Posted by: Katie | June 30, 2009 at 10:22 PM
Can I resist the chance of winning a pattern or hedgehog.. I don't think so! I can't remeber the last time we saw a hedgehog in the garden.
Posted by: Gina | June 30, 2009 at 10:33 PM
So cute! Thanks for the chance to win your pattern.
Posted by: Stacy | June 30, 2009 at 10:33 PM
With already nearly 200 responses, I am doubting that mine will be the one you pick [I'm never fortunate in any draw I go in for unfortunately]. Well done to who ever does win however!
Posted by: greedy nan | June 30, 2009 at 10:39 PM
Such a great idea to donate to the Hedgehog Preservation Society. You're the best.
Posted by: Michelle | June 30, 2009 at 10:44 PM
These are lovely and you are very generous, I hope you and your family are well, thank you
Posted by: JENNIE | June 30, 2009 at 10:45 PM
We don't have hedgies in Australia, so this could be my chance to knit one up and own one!
Posted by: Fiona | June 30, 2009 at 10:47 PM
I don't think I could EVER stick pins in that cute little hedgehog!
You know, I think it's actually illegal to have a hedgehog as a pet in Canada. I'm sure the knitted kind are acceptable, though.
Posted by: Rachel | June 30, 2009 at 10:49 PM
soo cute!
i bought the pattern already :0)
but i am so proud of you for pattern writing it.
i am still eagerly awaiting a bunny book from you :0)
Posted by: YarnYenta | June 30, 2009 at 10:50 PM