I've recently had great difficulty keeping up with all the emails and get many each week about availability of patterns and special orders. So I've put together this page to try and answer some of the most frequently asked questions.
If you do wish to contact me please feel free to - I will do my best to get back to you although it might not be quickly!
"Can I order one of your knitted animals?"
Because demand has exceeded the speed with which I make them I can no longer take on any orders. I also prefer to make each of my animals unique - it keeps it interesting and fun for me and I think it makes each one a little bit special. For now I'll be adding them to my Etsy shop as and when each one is finished and will try and have a few occassional batch sales over on the blog.
"Can I buy your patterns?"
Well yes, at least my cupcake pattern and bunny egg cosy which are available via Etsy. As for the knitted animals I am always working on new ideas and patterns but at the moment most of it is in the form of scribbled notes or in my head and the patterns are constantly evolving. I will keep the blog updated with any developments.
"Where can I buy your knitted things?"
At the moment I sell my knitted things through Etsy. I add them as and when they are finished and will aim at listing a few a week. The animals cost between £22 - £30 (not including postage) depending on the size, design and materials used and cakes are £8 each. I can ship them overseas and take payment via paypal. I will also have occassional batch sales at my own little blog shop. Please leave a comment below if you'd like to be added to my advance email list and receive a notice before new items are listed on the blog.
** Not Toys **
All the items that I create are made from all new materials (merino wool, pure cotton, cashmere, silk and alpaca) in the finest branded yarns from Rowan & Rowan Classic, Sublime, Debbie Bliss, Ecoknits and Blue Sky. The stuffing I use is a high grade carded polyester filling which conforms to British standards: cleanliness BS 1425 and fire safety BS 5852. It is a suitable component of articles requiring BS 5665 and the European standard EN71 and those required to carry the CE logo. There are no detachable small parts or sharp edges on any of my items. Please note however that although my knitted animals are made to a high standard they are intended as decorative and/or collectable items and are not intended as toys for children under the age of 14 years.
Hi
Hope you have had a lovely summer. Su Lin still taking pride of place on the shelf.
Can you add me to the advance mailing list, see if I can get lucky for some christmas pressies.
Many thanks
Sara
Posted by: Sara Potts | September 05, 2007 at 01:51 PM
I would love to knit up or purchase some of your knitted toys. Please tell me how to do so from the USA.
many thanks and good luck with your autustic child. My daughter is a patient teacher and has an autistsic child that is mainstreamed into her classroom. I give you oodles of credit for your continually required patience!
Posted by: Laura Ely | September 08, 2007 at 01:50 AM
Hi,
I love your knitted toys. I think they are the best designed knitted toys, for my taste, that I've ever seen.
Could I be added to your advance list for purchasing one of the gang? No rush.
Have a good day!
Posted by: Marion Delaronde | October 02, 2007 at 07:25 PM
Your little knitted animals are about the cutest things I've seen in the realm of knitted toys and I think I am officially sad, because I searched your whole site for patterns (in hope against hope that they'd be there) and then read in your "Q's that you get asked a lot" that they are not available. *Sniff* I don't usually buy patterns sticking to free, but I'd just about sell my eye teeth for these patterns so, in your understandably busy life as a mom to 2, I really do hope you'll find some time to jot down the patterns for your cuties. What about selling the patterns as pdf files on Etsy or something like that? Just a thought. In the meantime, I guess I'll just drool over your adorable creations and wish I was as an accomplished knitter as you are.
Posted by: Trudi | October 11, 2007 at 01:48 AM
Hello,
they are so cute, the toy animals you make! I like rabbits in real life, but the ones you make are really adorable.
I read about the auction you have for Rosie through the add at the Simply Knitting magazine website. Wrote a comment to it, also with the question asked if it were possible to buy a pattern. You got me curious for your web site, just to find out a few seconds ago you don't sell any patterns. I'm sorry to have asked first, and finding out the answer later.
Could you please add me to your advance mailing list?
If you were to write a patternbook, that contains the pattern for the rabbit, I'll be one of the first to buy it.
Kind regards,
Marijke Bosman
The Netherlands
Posted by: Marijke Bosman | October 22, 2007 at 08:49 PM
Hi,
What a lovely site. I work at a Special Needs School and I know that the girls in my class would love your Ballerina Bear. If you decide to sell your Pattern for this bear please let me know.
Good luck to you and your family in the future.
Posted by: Teresa Bassett | October 24, 2007 at 01:28 PM
Hi - I've just discovered your site - you are an inspiration, and its very generous of you to donate the Rose Bunny for such a good cause. I would like to be added to your mailing list as I'd love to be able to buy one of your bunnies or monkeys. I've just started to knit so to see whats possible is fab. Thank you for being an inspiration!
Posted by: Heather | October 25, 2007 at 03:30 PM
Hi Julie,
I'm just blown away by the beauty of your blog and "little shop". I've been so moved to mention your blog at my blog (which has all of 3 readers, including my mother.) I would be honored to have permission to post a photo of one of your knitted pieces at my site. No matter what, please add me to your e-mail list. I would love the opportunity to try to place an order with you some day. I understand that the demand is great. Meanwhile, thanks for all you're doing creatively. What a gift.
Best wishes,
Ruth
Posted by: Ruth | October 26, 2007 at 06:06 AM
I have to say I love your work! I think you should write individual patterns and sell them via email download online! I would love to knit up some of these sweet babies for Christmas - but I understand you are VERY busy! I think it's really sweet what you're doing for Rose, and I hope she can get the help she needs to have her voice heard. Em
Posted by: Emily Cole | October 28, 2007 at 01:31 AM
As a knitter of little animals myself, I love your site and all the photographs of the little characters you make. Please add me to your e-mail list. Thankyou. X
Posted by: Frankie | October 29, 2007 at 10:05 AM
I love your beautiful little creatures! I teach gardening and botany to mentally handicapped adults, and there is truly no greater gift than the friendship of someone with autism. Through the many little challenges, the joy of each day always shines through. Your rabbits are such a tangible expression of that :) I would be delighted to purchase one, please add me to your mailing list.
Jenni
Posted by: Jenni Martin | November 03, 2007 at 07:09 PM
I think your site is charming. The creatures are so adorable. Please could you add me to your mailing list as I would love to buy a little "friend" for my daughter! Thank you very much, Lisa
Posted by: Lisa | November 10, 2007 at 06:01 PM
Hello, please could you add me to your advance mailing list. Many thanks xx
Posted by: Nicky Fraser | November 13, 2007 at 10:35 PM
Hello, please could you add me to your advance mailing list. Many thanks xx
Posted by: Nicky Fraser | November 13, 2007 at 10:36 PM
Hello,
Your rabbits are absolutely adorable! If, at some point, you decide to sell the patterns I will definitely buy them (for my Mom!). In the meantime, I'd love to be added to your advance mailing list.
Thank you so much.
Cindy
creativecards@shaw.ca
Posted by: Cindy Keery | November 14, 2007 at 05:51 PM
Hello, please could you add me to your advance mailing list. I to have a 7 year old boy with autism. I don't know how you have time to knit, believe me I know your need for relaxation! I know Johnny would love to have a monkey. Thank You
Posted by: Roxanne | November 18, 2007 at 08:22 AM
Ack! I forgot about the bunnies for sale today...again! I just wanted to repeat what others have said already, that I would buy a pattern in a heartbeat, and pay a premium for it, too! Your work is so amazing. I'm also incredibly impressed that you find time to knit at all. I might try to knit some sort of ballerina bunny for my daughter, since she's kind of obsessed with Angelie (okay, maybe she's obsessed because I keep looking at it!), but I'm sure it will not end up looking anything like yours, sadly! Take care and knit on.
Posted by: J | November 21, 2007 at 03:15 AM
Hello There
Can you please add me to your mailing list? I would love to get one of your little treasures.
Thanks.
Posted by: Nicole | November 22, 2007 at 04:03 AM
I put the cart before the horse! - sorry to now read that you don't make to order. Could you put me on your mailing list and IF you ever sell your patterns put me Top of the List - I promise to re-learn to knit again if only to be able to show that Old Dogs can learn new tricks! Yrs. ASL-J
Posted by: Ana Luttman-Johnson | November 24, 2007 at 07:19 PM
I put the cart before the horse! - sorry to now read that you don't make to order. Could you put me on your mailing list and IF you ever sell your patterns put me Top of the List - I promise to re-learn to knit again if only to be able to show that Old Dogs can learn new tricks! Yrs. ASL-J
Posted by: Ana Luttman-Johnson | November 24, 2007 at 07:20 PM
I would also love to buy pattern for your lovely rabbit - also the delicious looking small cakes - If you ever decide to sell patterns via the internet (I live in UK) I would gladly pay a premium for them.
Posted by: Pat Barrett | November 25, 2007 at 10:19 AM
My sister just told me about your site today. Your toys are awesome! Could you please add me to your advance mailing list, so I can get one for myself? Too cute!
Kristine
Posted by: Kristine Predmore | November 28, 2007 at 09:20 PM
I would love to be able to knit toys like these, they are wonderful. Having to content myself by knitting the stockings from you free pattern. Please can you add me to your mailing list.
Many thanks.
Posted by: Mandy Williams | December 03, 2007 at 09:12 AM
Hello,
First I would like to ask, that you include me in your advance mailings. I would love to purches one of your little creatures. I was so taken with your little wonders of joy. You are truly an artis. When and if you ever decide to put out any patterns, I will be waiting with open arms! I sent you an e-mail a couple of days ago. That was before I read some of your information. Things that get asked a lot. Sorry, I should have read more. Thank you for your time. Anita
Posted by: Anita Loon | December 06, 2007 at 06:55 PM
Please add me to your advanced mailing list. I have now become obsessed with buying one of your creations. What a gift you have- to be able to create something that evokes so much joy in the lucky few who are able to purchase one.
Posted by: Kim Burmane | December 12, 2007 at 10:09 PM
I do hope you write that book of your patterns, or individual patterns. I'd like to be put on the notification list for the book or patterns, when they are available. You make such sweet patterns. It would be a real treasure to be able to knit them.
Thank you so much.
Posted by: Dee | December 23, 2007 at 12:38 AM
I have a great affection for bunnies - I look forward to Easter all year long so I can display my bunnies without shame! Yours are so precious, I have fallen in love with them! Although I knit, your skill is way past my level. I would love to purchase one when you are able to put more into production. Please add me to your notification list. Thank you so much.
Posted by: Leslie Hamilton, Texas | January 01, 2008 at 11:57 PM
Please could you add me to your e-mail list for when items are going to be sold. Many thanks
Catherine
Posted by: catherine jolliffe | January 10, 2008 at 11:27 AM
Each of your creations is so individual and each has its own personality. What you do is a gift to everyone who sees them. Thank you for showing them to all of us!
Posted by: Elaine | January 12, 2008 at 03:53 AM
i would love to be added to your advance mailing list. I own a Quilt Shop in California and our customers would LOVE your dolls.
Posted by: Roxie Wood | January 14, 2008 at 01:22 AM
Please could you add me to your advance mailing list for when your items are available for sale. As it would make a perfect gift for my friends new arrival.
cheers Helen
Posted by: Helen | January 17, 2008 at 08:27 PM
Please would you add me to your advance mailing list.
Your patterns, knitting and toys are absolutely adorable.
I hope, one day soon, you'll have someone to help you put your designs together - you would make so many people happy!
Posted by: Anne-Marie Jenkins | January 18, 2008 at 11:49 AM
These bunnies are so sweet. Thank you for the free patterns. I wish so much that your bunnies were available as a pattern. I have a little girl who would dearly love one. Sigh. I would love to be on a mailing list.
Posted by: Robyn Johnson | January 19, 2008 at 06:53 AM
You have an amazing talent and gift. I really hope to see your work published soon!
Posted by: Lisa | January 20, 2008 at 07:28 PM
Please put me on your mailing list. I am totally in love with your designs and would love to purchase and definitely make some of your patterns. I hope you publish the patterns or book very soon. The best of luck and success to you. Don't forget: put me on your mailing list!!!
Posted by: arlene eastwood | January 21, 2008 at 08:11 PM
Please put me on your mailing list. I love your designs and would love to purchase or make one of your patterns. I hope you publish your patterns or book very very soon. Best of luck in your continued success. Thanks again.
Posted by: arlene eastwood | January 21, 2008 at 08:14 PM
Your bunnies are so beautiful! My second daughter was born on Christmas Eve and we have been searching desperately for the perfect bunny for our "snuggle bunny." I would LOVE to be on your mailing list for future auctions!
Posted by: Amanda Churchill | January 23, 2008 at 03:23 PM
Hi. I love your work. Congratulations on being an original crafter. Can you please add me to your advance mailing list. Looking forward to seeing your next batch of projects. Kimbo
Posted by: Kim | February 01, 2008 at 10:49 AM
Hi. I love your work. Congratulations on being an original crafter. Can you please add me to your advance mailing list. Looking forward to seeing your next batch of projects. Kimbo
Posted by: Kim | February 01, 2008 at 10:50 AM
Hi
Please add me to the advance mailing list. Many thanks. Sharon
Posted by: Sharon | February 03, 2008 at 07:15 PM