It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to grow and blissfully fragrant in the summer months. 
They were my mum’s favourite flower, so growing them now feels like a precious connection. Especially when I pick some and arrange them in her beautiful old blue and gold jug just as she used to do with the sweet peas my dad grew for her every year.
There are some really handy tips for growing success from founder of The Real Flower Company Rosebie Morton over on the blog (link in bio). Rosebie has a whole farm dedicated to sweet peas near Chichester so she knows a thing or two about the subject!
Main thing I’ve picked up from her is to allow lots of depth for root growth at this stage and to make my own supportive wigwams from twiggy branches when the plants are really starting to go for it and need a bit of direction. This photo is making me yearn slightly.
I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying out tiny living for a feature I was writing - this was taken on our way to indulge in a spot of forest bathing. To be totally honest, we were both a little sceptical beforehand. But we were only saying the other day how taken aback we both were by the amazing effect it had. I’m working on some new ideas around the subject - will keep you posted. X
I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole site - which has meant lots of photo editing and reorganising so much content. What’s been lovely (despite the claw hand from so much keyboard work!) is revisiting work and becoming engrossed all over again. I thought I’d share a few of the things I’ve been (re) loving - with links in the bio to the old site for now, but not for long…! X
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To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Cla To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Claire Garland aka @dotpebbles_knits has to be the perfect post Christmas craft project 😊 
If you fancy getting your needles out to make this adorable pair, the link to buy Claire’s pattern is in my bio. Happy knitting! X
Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists for a wonderful wreath making workshop yesterday. Such a special and creative space to spend time. I loved making my wreath - I went for a mixture of greenery arranged quite randomly with red waxed fresh apples, dried hydrangea, dried flowers, poppy and nigella seed heads and a winter white velvet bow. 
There were so many wonderful ingredients to choose from we were really spoiled for choice. 
Sarah’s new studio is such a beautiful, creative space. Think fragrant botanical candles flickering everywhere, mulled wine and apple juice simmering on the stove and containers full of fragrant festive greenery, waxed fruit, dried flowers and oranges, pine cones, lichen covered branches and even tiny gold wax-dipped fresh crab apples. 
Thank you for being so patient with my lengthy ribbon choice deliberations Sarah - and for bagging up a second choice option (dusky pink) to take home! X.  #wreathmaking #wreath #wreathsofinstagram #sustainablewreaths #wreathdecor #christmaswreath #velvetribbon #christmasdecor #festiveflowers
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I’m delighted that Olga is offering a fantastic prize bundle to my readers. For a chance to win one of her beautiful new dried flower embroidery kits (in collaboration with @driedandfloral ) as well as a signed copy of her wonderful new book(published by @quadrillebooks , pop over to my blog (link in my bio). It’s easy to enter so why don’t you give yourself a chance of winning this very lovely prize? Good luck! 
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KNITTING, MAKE · November 20, 2020

Christmas Mouse knitting patterns you’re sure to love

Christmas Mouse knitting patterns you’re sure to love, including one for free (scroll down to the end of this feature for the free pattern)! All are available to download as PDFs so you can start knitting today. Because sometimes it’s the little things that bring the most pleasure…

Christmas Mouse knitting pattern by Claire Garland

love this christmas mouse knitting pattern with little red sweater by claire garland. We're offering this as a prize to the lucky winners who enter our competition. We've also shared the links to buy the pattern from Etsy if you'd rather not wait #knitting #pattern #mouse #competition #christmas

I know just how much love there is out there for Claire’s Dot Pebbles Knits patterns. So… as we’re entering the festive season, I have to share this with you. This pattern is to make THE PERFECT Christmas mouse.

love this christmas mouse knitting pattern with little red sweater by claire garland. We're offering this as a prize to the lucky winners who enter our competition. We've also shared the links to buy the pattern from Etsy if you'd rather not wait #knitting #pattern #mouse #competition #christmas

The pattern includes instructions to make the mouse and its cheery Christmas jumper and is available to buy on Etsy here). When knitted, your finished mouse will be approximately 10cm tall. The body is flat knitted on 2 needles, and the sweater made with minimal seaming, joining as you go. The pattern includes yarn recommendations if you’d like to make a mouse just like Claire’s.

love this christmas mouse knitting pattern with little red sweater by claire garland. We're offering this as a prize to the lucky winners who enter our competition. We've also shared the links to buy the pattern from Etsy if you'd rather not wait #knitting #pattern #mouse #competition #christmas

Buy the Christmas mouse knitting pattern on Etsy

christmas mouse knitting pattern by claire garland aka dot pebbles knits and available to buy on etsy as PDF download

love this christmas mouse knitting pattern with little red sweater by claire garland. We're offering this as a prize to the lucky winners who enter our competition. We've also shared the links to buy the pattern from Etsy if you'd rather not wait #knitting #pattern #mouse #competition #christmas

BUY CHRISTMAS MOUSE PATTERN ON ETSY NOW

Other Christmas Mouse knitting patterns to steal your heart…

Christmas Mouse nativity pattern

christmas mouse knitting pattern nativity scene

How about knitting this Christmas Mice ‘Knitivity’ scene? Complete with mouse angel, shepherd (complete with tiny sheep), wise men as well as Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus. So sweet and sure to become a treasured decoration for years to come.

BUY MICE KNITIVITY PATTERN ON ETSY NOW

Christmas Mouse toy knitting pattern

christmas mouse knitting pattern with the cutest hat and scarf and available to buy as PDF download from Etsy

Such a sweet little mouse and the pattern is again available to buy and download as a PDF on Etsy. It’s suitable for intermediate level knitters and the pattern includes lots of ‘how to’ photos and instructions. I think it’s the pointed hat with holes for the ears that got me…

christmas mouse knitting pattern with the cutest hat and scarf and available to buy as PDF download from Etsy

BUY CHRISTMAS MOUSE TOY KNITTING PATTERN ON ETSY NOW

Quiet Little Mouse knitting pattern

quiet little mouse knitting pattern from love crafts with two adorable wintry mice in bobble hats with holes for their ears and little pink noses. Available to buy as a PDF download

This super cute pattern is the creation of Rachel Borello Carroll and is available to buy from love crafts here

If you wanted to go full-on festive, you could make their little hats in red with white bobbles…

BUY QUIET LITTLE MOUSE KNITTING PATTERN ON LOVE CRAFTS NOW

Santa Mouse knitting pattern

santa father christmas mouse knitting pattern by  Wendy Phillips available as PDF download on love crafts. Just one of the adorable festive mouse patterns I've shared over on the blog. Hope you love my picks and that they bring you festive joy...

If it’s a festive mouse pattern you’re looking for, not sure you’ll find anything more Christmassy than this Santa Mouse by Wendy Philips on Love Crafts. You could even pop some tiny little treats in his sack…

BUY SANTA MOUSE KNITTING PATTERN ON LOVE CRAFTS NOW

Christmas Mouse in mitten set

Christmas mouse in mitten knitting pattern by Susan B Anderson on Ravelry - complete with tiny long johns, sweater and pants and available to buy on Ravelry as a PDF download to start knitting today!

What makes this pattern by Susan B Anderson on Ravelry so adorable is that the mice sit nestled inside cosy mittens, with a tiny wardrobe of long johns, pants and sweater. 

BUY CHRISTMAS MOUSE IN A MITTEN PATTERN ON RAVELRY NOW

FREE Christmas Mouse knitting pattern by Fuzzy Mitten

christmas mice family free knitting pattern by fuzzy mitten and available to download and start knitting today

How adorable is this Christmas Mice knitting pattern by Fuzzy Mitten? Best of all, it’s free to download as a PDF on the Fuzzy Mitten website here: https://www.fuzzymitten.com/post/free-pattern-holiday-mice

INFORMATION


Dot Pebbles is listed in the From Britain with Love directory here >>

Discover other adorable patterns by Claire here:

How to knit a bunny rabbit: free pattern & tutorial

Little Blue Bunny knitting pattern

How to Knit a Cat – knitting pattern and expert tips

Nuthatch bird knitting pattern

How to knit a lamb – free pattern and step by step tutorial

You might also like: Handmade Christmas Decorations

Where to buy Dot Pebbles patterns

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Comments

  1. Meredith Toumayan says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:39 pm

    The nippers were napping, floofballs asleep on feet;
    Gnarly gnomes appeared, creeping across the sheet….

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:32 pm

      ❤️

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    • Joanne says

      November 28, 2020 at 10:37 am

      The yarn was lay down,the needles were still,
      The mice hung their stocking for santander to fill

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      • Laura Dunkley says

        November 30, 2020 at 10:00 am

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    • Melanie Pearce says

      November 28, 2020 at 2:41 pm

      The elf on the shelf took a quick look around, then jumped from the shelf right down to the ground, He looked up at the fairy high up on the tree, and said ‘I declare my true love to thee’

      Reply
      • Laura Dunkley says

        November 30, 2020 at 10:00 am

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      • Solange Lima says

        December 3, 2020 at 2:51 am

        The Bells até ringing :
        It’s Christmas evening

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  2. Ellisen says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:40 pm

    The house was all ready, waiting for Santa,
    With cookies and candies all over the Mantel .

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:33 pm

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    • Bonnie Jackson says

      November 28, 2020 at 2:11 am

      Christmas tree sparkling with love, waiting for the perfect cheer

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      • Laura Dunkley says

        November 28, 2020 at 7:09 am

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      • Teresa Ansell says

        November 28, 2020 at 3:08 pm

        The cats were all snoozi g so no danger there
        Nearby a plate full of goodirss waiting, surely Santa would be hapoy to share!

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        • Laura Dunkley says

          November 30, 2020 at 10:00 am

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      • Jane Dunkley says

        November 29, 2020 at 8:03 am

        The sprouts were on boiling, and had been since September

        Mums Christmas meal would be one to remember

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        • Laura Dunkley says

          November 30, 2020 at 10:00 am

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  3. Patty Warwick says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:41 pm

    The socks were all knitted with much love and care,

    On Christmas everyone will be excited to wear.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:33 pm

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  4. Patricia Freeman says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:44 pm

    The.. snow is falling gently creating a puffy blanket,
    When a little mouse peeks through causing quite a racket.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:33 pm

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  5. Jeri says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:46 pm

    The pandemic was here, but we didn’t care
    We had time for each other, to love and to share!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:33 pm

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  6. Christine M Weber says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:46 pm

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    The cheerful chum donned his red sweater so soft
    And while waiting for Santa, dozed off in his loft.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:33 pm

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  7. Ann Daugherty says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:46 pm

    The trees were all glistening and ornaments hung with care,
    In hopes that this Christmas mouse would soon be by my chair.
    Merry Christmas to all and to all a good cheer.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:33 pm

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  8. Mandy Hague says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:46 pm

    The mouse with red jumper was sitting watching the fire aglow.
    For Santa to bring him matching socks for his toes.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:34 pm

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  9. Christina Dashko says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:47 pm

    The knitters were slumped by the chimney with no cares
    In hopes that Nick’s elves would finish the pairs (of socks)!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:34 pm

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  10. Dianne Webb says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:49 pm

    The tui bird was tapping at the window in the kowhai tree singing a song to celebrate the summer and Christmas, with the yellow kowhai falling

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:34 pm

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    • Diane Levine says

      November 28, 2020 at 1:40 am

      The yarn was all spun in bright red and pale gray,
      In hopes that Claire’s pattern would soon come my way!

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      • Laura Dunkley says

        November 28, 2020 at 7:10 am

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    • Elizabeth Meadows says

      November 28, 2020 at 3:53 am

      All the wips that have not been finished were sitting by the couch.

      There was a head of a bear and one arm waiting for the rest of his body to be in the making.

      An ear was hanging on by a few safety pins and a gift for someone special will hopefully begin.

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      • Laura Dunkley says

        November 28, 2020 at 7:10 am

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  11. Dorothea Socea says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:50 pm

    cookies were cooling high up on the shelf
    with extras for Santa to share with the Elves

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:34 pm

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  12. Melody Martin says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:51 pm

    The dogs were all nestled, snug in our bed, visions of Christmas trouble dancing in their heads 🙂

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:34 pm

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  13. Pamela Timms says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:53 pm

    The carrots were left for Rudolph to eat
    A mince pie was Father Christmas’ treat

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:34 pm

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  14. Waneta Leishman says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:54 pm

    Knitting needles were silent all the socks had been knit.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:34 pm

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  15. Ruth Brown says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:55 pm

    The cat by the fire sat very Glum. It’s 2020 will Christmas really come
    Along came the mouse who cuddled in deep. ‘OH Yes he said Santa won’t sleep.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:35 pm

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  16. Janet wilson says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:55 pm

    The mince pies are waiting,
    The stockings are hung,
    Can you guess who is coming?
    To see everyone.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:35 pm

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  17. Eve Chang says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:58 pm

    The embers glowed softly in the grate of the hearth
    And the moon shone brightly surrounded by stars …

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:35 pm

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  18. teresa preston says

    November 27, 2020 at 8:59 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    The…stocking s were hung all knitted by gran keeping her busy in 2020 lockdown .
    She’ s runout of patterns and would love some more, so here’s hoping that she been a very good girl

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:35 pm

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  19. Pamela Mitzelfeld says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:00 pm

    The stockings, hand knitted, were hung by the fire

    And excited children were told to retire

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:35 pm

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  20. Mic Robertson says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:03 pm

    The silly little mouse was actually waiting to make sure everyone else was asleep to get into the cookies! Please don’t tell!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:35 pm

      ❤️

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  21. Julie Friedman says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:03 pm

    There were sounds of soft snoring throughout the house.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:35 pm

      ❤️

      Reply
    • Jo Rowe says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:15 am

      The little mouse in his red jacket so cosy and bright.
      Snow falling softly so fluffy and light.

      Reply
      • Laura Dunkley says

        November 30, 2020 at 10:01 am

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  22. Linda colgan says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:03 pm

    The knitters were knitting as fast as could be
    To make little mouse folk to put under the tree

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:35 pm

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  23. Gillian Scott says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:04 pm

    Mice dreamed they’d wake in the morn with such glee,
    With filled stockings of cheddar, and Stilton and brie.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:36 pm

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  24. Catherine Parker says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:05 pm

    The cold filtered in through the big ancient windows
    And the mouse feeling chilly cried ‘shiver me whiskers’.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:36 pm

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  25. Eva Fogelström says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:05 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    The snow outside was wirling around

    It didn’t make the slitest sound

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:36 pm

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  26. Gillian Wilhelm says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:06 pm

    The gifts were placed by the tree all bright, Next to the face masks all clean and bright.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:36 pm

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  27. Mark Cayen says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:07 pm

    The kitten were meowing all snug in their beds,
    While visions of catnip danced in their heads.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:36 pm

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      Reply
  28. Julie Friedman says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:09 pm

    There were sounds of soft snoring throughout the house.
    The tray with the cookies and milk had been set.
    Awaiting the most important visitor that had not reached this destination yet.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:36 pm

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  29. Denise Olson says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:11 pm

    The world had grown weary of illness and death,
    Wishing for love, and healing to all,
    May the Season of giving renew strangers, families and friends.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:36 pm

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  30. Diane Willard says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:15 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    The toys were all finished, to bring us good cheer
    Claire’s patterns all knitted, for joy through the year.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:37 pm

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  31. Helen Rowles says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:18 pm

    Excitement keeping them wide awake
    pretending to sleep for Santa’s sake

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:37 pm

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  32. Carol Flaherty says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:19 pm

    Absolutely adorable! What else can one say?

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:37 pm

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  33. Lynn Stapley says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:25 pm

    Will spark a Christmas Wish
    That will comfort all.

    That

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:37 pm

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  34. Carol Flaherty says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:29 pm

    The…
    knitting needles are resting and the eggnog is flowing.
    In hopes that St. Nick will bring bags of yarn though it’s snowing.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:37 pm

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  35. maggie says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:30 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    The knitters were nodding the cat was asleep
    When out from the mouse hole there came a small squeak
    She played yarn chicken and lost on this Christmas Eve
    And as all knitters know it’s a common pet peeve.

    She was a Dickensian sort so had no cash to spare
    But she knew of a yarn hoard kept under the stair
    So she then crept out of her snug little house
    In hope to find yarn that was fit for a mouse.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:37 pm

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  36. Caryl Chambers says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:32 pm

    The ragdoll and ted bear were sitting so still, waiting for Santa, ignoring the chill of jack frost on the sill.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:37 pm

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  37. Jean J. says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:32 pm

    The old grandfather clock still ticked and it tocked.
    The fire had died out, and the doors were all locked.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:38 pm

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  38. Mrs NTE Carter says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:38 pm

    children were sleeping, the grown ups too. Who will be visiting? is it you?

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:38 pm

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  39. Kelly Paquet says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:41 pm

    The pantry was open and mice might be tempted
    To sample the snacks, and the wine not exempted.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:38 pm

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  40. Mary Wills says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:49 pm

    The Christmas tree stood proud and tall,
    Just waiting for Santa to call.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:38 pm

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  41. Nancy Stevick says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:54 pm

    Except for the mom who had more rows to knit,
    so she stayed awake for another wee bit…

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:38 pm

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  42. Janice Labron says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:54 pm

    While momma mouse was busy,with baby number three
    Waiting for Santa to arrive by the tree all sparkly to see

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:38 pm

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  43. michelle forbes says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:55 pm

    The fire was crackling, the candles burned bright as children lay dreaming of Santa that night.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:39 pm

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  44. Kelly Young says

    November 27, 2020 at 9:57 pm

    The mouse was tucked up all snug in his house dreaming of sugarplums that were dancing in his little furry head.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:39 pm

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  45. Wendy says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:01 pm

    This little guy can snuggle up to my amaryllis plant that will be blooming on my table looking out from the door wall.
    And he would like to reside here because I do not have any furry animals . Now I am going to check out the needle
    sizes used to knit this Christmas mouse.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:39 pm

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  46. Trish Desjardins says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:01 pm

    The family was all safe and staying at home . Merry Christmas to all and wear your masks!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:39 pm

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  47. Jan Crowe says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:03 pm

    The kitty was dozing after drinking her cream
    And the dog in the midst of a snack-laden dream

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:39 pm

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  48. Kathleen Stewart says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:07 pm

    Her needles were placed in their case with care,
    But dammit, the yarn has rolled under the chair.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:39 pm

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  49. amy Francisco says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:08 pm

    The lady is knitting as fast as she can,
    To get the stockings ready to hang.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:40 pm

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  50. Ann Fessenden says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:09 pm

    the sockes were all hung by the chimney with care
    In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:40 pm

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  51. Kay Fanning says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:14 pm

    Masks were hung by the fire with care in hopes that Covid would soon Beware!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:40 pm

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  52. Alice Kelley says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:14 pm

    The doggies however were waiting for bed
    Till Santa would enter and they would be fed

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:40 pm

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  53. Alison Dunkley says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:21 pm

    The stockings were all hand-knit and hung by the fire,
    In hopes of new yarn, and patterns to inspire.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:40 pm

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  54. Judy says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:21 pm

    The only sound come from outside. Knispering snow…. footsteps. A midnight visitor? The bell rings….

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:40 pm

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  55. Erin Hennessy says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:22 pm

    even the mouse Nana knitted for Fred
    was tucked under a bow in a wee matchbox bed.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:40 pm

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  56. Karen Seager says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:23 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    The embers were glowing, the pets were all snug,

    And even the reindeers were tucked up in a rug

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:41 pm

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  57. Rita Vergos says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:24 pm

    My needles were clicking, the wool rolled around,
    Then when my mouse was finished, there wasn’t a sound.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:41 pm

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  58. Julie Braybrooke says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:30 pm

    The wind began howling, the snow swirled around, tonight Santa was coming & joy did abound.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:41 pm

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  59. Lucy ren says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:36 pm

    Thank is super cute!
    Thanks Claire!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:16 am

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  60. Heather Freeman says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:39 pm

    The mouse was dreaming of Christmas to come,
    No face masks or virus just good festive fun

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:11 am

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  61. Marlene D Lepticl says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:40 pm

    The knitting was placed in its basket with care
    The knitter hoping to finish with moments to spare.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:11 am

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  62. Ginger says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:45 pm

    The masks were all hung by the front door with care, in case St. Nicholas came within 6’ of there! 😂 😷

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:53 pm

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  63. Christine says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:46 pm

    The … snow was falling all around and in the fire place a cosy fire burns bright and cosy.
    Peace and joy all over the world awaits the coming celebration of Christmas morning.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:53 pm

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  64. Tina Ludlow says

    November 27, 2020 at 10:46 pm

    The masks were all hung up the toilet rolls stocked. The plunger was ready incase the toilet got blocked.
    The children were nestled all snug in their bed, no worries of covid were left in their heads.
    And mum with hand gel and dad with his wipes, protected their children from coughs, colds and strife.s.
    When in through the letter box amazons letter, to say that they’d called, was somethings the matter,
    A cough and a sneeze, caused friends great distress, thermometers ready in their Christmassy dress.
    So out came the brandy, whisky, mulled wine, to find the next morning that they were all fine.
    Would santa still visit or would he not come, in so many houses infection could run
    The turkey was cooking and so was the beef, and santa clause came, to the children’s relief, for under the Christmas tree with tinsel and bells a pile of new face masks, wipes and hand gels,.
    And nanna still visited, her stick and her zimmer,
    to join in the fun and eat Christmas Dinner.

    Restrictions were eased for only 5 days,to allow 3 homes fun after traffic delays

    So we followed the rules right Down to the letter, in the hope next year might be somewhat better.

    So cheer on the hero’s, th e doctors an nurses, th e workers the carers and voluntary workers.
    Give them a big pay rise don’t let poverty strike.
    Wish them Merry Christ ma’s whilst they work Christmas night.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 10:53 pm

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  65. Karen White says

    November 27, 2020 at 11:11 pm

    The lights were all out and the children were sleeping
    When Santa came calling and his reindeer came peeping….

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 11:29 pm

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  66. Mrs K J Sutcliffe says

    November 27, 2020 at 11:16 pm

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse…..

    Tiptoeing down the stairs , as quietly as can be –
    it was the perfect time to knit something for me!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 11:29 pm

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  67. Joanne Evans says

    November 27, 2020 at 11:23 pm

    But with a sprinkle of magic and a festive wish
    A mouse made of stitches just gave me a kiss.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 11:29 pm

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  68. Gillian Jackson says

    November 27, 2020 at 11:23 pm

    Stockings where hung with goodies inside
    and the Mice where all resting by the fireside

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 27, 2020 at 11:28 pm

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  69. Debbie Miller says

    November 27, 2020 at 11:29 pm

    The needles and yarn, alone by the chair,
    In hope of a knitter, to pick up and care ❤️

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:11 am

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  70. Kathleen Kemler says

    November 27, 2020 at 11:33 pm

    The big cat was sleeping by the fireplace without a care, With the hope that a mouse would soon be there.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:12 am

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  71. Nancy Rabatin says

    November 27, 2020 at 11:54 pm

    Who are home with their little ones, whom they hold dear…
    And wait anxiously for Saint Santa Mouse to appear …

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:12 am

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  72. Ruth Summersides says

    November 27, 2020 at 11:59 pm

    No mousey was there for no pattern had I,
    So I’m hoping to win one to knit by and by.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:12 am

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  73. Christine Ball says

    November 27, 2020 at 11:59 pm

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    The…garden was covered in a blanket of snow

    but without a chimney, where would Santa go

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:12 am

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  74. Deb says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:01 am

    Sweet animals gather and whisper with glee
    to hear Santa’s HO HO HO as his sleigh flies over magical snow covered trees…

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:13 am

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  75. Janice Black says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:19 am

    The children and pets were asleep in their bed,
    Dreaming of goodies, tomorrow they’d be fed.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:13 am

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  76. Myra Franklin says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:23 am

    Then needles were clicking and wool was unwound
    A pattern was forming from hands all around
    They knit and they knit ’til the night before
    Then Santa was here and they knit no more.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:13 am

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  77. Marcotte, Jo says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:32 am

    Garden was covered in snow since late November (in Canada), and Santa was sliding through the ice (does he play hockey?)… and even though it is very cold, all children were waiting to hear Santa slide on the rooftops.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:13 am

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  78. Regina Thomsen says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:38 am

    …The knitting needles were humming,
    All the masked mice grinning with good cheer!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:13 am

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  79. Adrian de Montfort says

    November 28, 2020 at 1:33 am

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
    the clicking of needles sounded softly in bed
    as mice in soft yarn knitted jumpers in red

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:13 am

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  80. Priscilla Newberger says

    November 28, 2020 at 1:36 am

    ‘‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house
    Not a creature was stirring not even a mouse
    The mouse was all knitted and stuck in a stocking
    To wait for the morning and see who came knocking

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:14 am

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  81. Susan Shaw says

    November 28, 2020 at 1:41 am

    The mouse gazed at the tree and his eyes shone at the sweater!
    “Oh St Nick, please knit me a chum, that would be all the better.”

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:14 am

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  82. Rebecca L Wilson says

    November 28, 2020 at 1:43 am

    The cat was glaring from his comfy post,
    the dog was running in his dream.
    The others were sleeping after counting their sheep,
    Waiting for Santa without uttering a peep.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:14 am

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  83. Cheryl King says

    November 28, 2020 at 1:47 am

    ‘‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    The sweet tiny mouse was all snuggly and warm in his little jumper all festive and red
    Dreaming of snowflakes and a white Christmas morning

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:14 am

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  84. Jen VanHorne says

    November 28, 2020 at 1:54 am

    The stars that shone bright in a blue velvet sky kept watch on the earth and the inhabitants as they lie…
    Snug in their beds, dens, houses, or nests to see if this Christmas might just surpass the rest…

    With an abundance of love, joy, well wishes and good cheer that would last longer than this day, this month, or perhaps even this entire year.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:14 am

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  85. Rhonda says

    November 28, 2020 at 2:06 am

    The surfboard were ready just waiting for a wave.
    No chimney for Santa, but the air-con is on.
    Merry Christmas to all and to all a goodnight

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:14 am

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  86. Vickie Pearson says

    November 28, 2020 at 2:55 am

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas
    And all through the house
    Not a creature was stirring,
    Not even a mouse.
    The mousie was napping
    So cozy and carefree,
    All baking and knitting were finished, you see.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:14 am

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  87. Linda Medina says

    November 28, 2020 at 3:16 am

    The wool was rewound, the clicking of needles had stopped,
    A new stocking knit for each mousie, without a single stitch dropped.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:15 am

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  88. Bettina Lennert Sørensen says

    November 28, 2020 at 4:50 am

    The children were dreaming of good things to come
    Of present, of cookies and kisses from mom

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:15 am

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  89. Karen Kovisto says

    November 28, 2020 at 4:57 am

    The cookies were baked and laid out on a plate
    I tried to stay up, but it got very late

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:15 am

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  90. Lynn Gregory says

    November 28, 2020 at 5:41 am

    the place is all calm
    and the fire is toastie and warm

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:15 am

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  91. Ursula says

    November 28, 2020 at 6:03 am

    The windows were glazed with ice flowers bright. Like a silver forrest that shines through the night.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:15 am

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  92. fiona says

    November 28, 2020 at 6:48 am

    The children were sleeping and dreaming their dreams,
    Of candy cane mountains and snow topped ice cream……..xx

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 7:15 am

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  93. Jo Rowe says

    November 28, 2020 at 7:09 am

    The little mouse in his red jacket so cosy and bright.
    Snow falling softly so fluffy and light.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 10:03 am

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  94. Benita Bernard says

    November 28, 2020 at 7:36 am

    T’was the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    Canada to UK, a distance 6 metre much greater
    and Santa’s arrival is 8 hours later

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 10:02 am

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  95. Sarah Board says

    November 28, 2020 at 8:29 am

    But granny was knitting three fluffy mice more
    So mouse had for Christmas – his bubble of four x

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 10:02 am

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  96. Annette White says

    November 28, 2020 at 8:40 am

    The mousie was shivering slightly with cold
    And hoped for a jumper – a new one for old.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 10:02 am

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  97. Zoe says

    November 28, 2020 at 9:14 am

    The one little exception. A little tiny mouse called Bo
    Who waited patiently for santa and the red jumper he yearned

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 10:02 am

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  98. JOANNE CORK says

    November 28, 2020 at 9:17 am

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    Hand-made decorations were hung all around
    as snow fell so softly, making no sound.’

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 10:02 am

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  99. Moray says

    November 28, 2020 at 9:43 am

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    The needles and yarn were placed with great care –
    next to the laptop, awaiting a mouse winning pattern to appear there….

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 10:02 am

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  100. Suzelle Kruger says

    November 28, 2020 at 10:40 am

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    The best gift of all was one of Claire’s creatures
    Knitted with love, and the loveliest features

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 12:22 pm

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  101. Pat lLyons says

    November 28, 2020 at 10:42 am

    The little knitted Christmas mouse stared out through the glass,
    Looking and waiting for St Nicholas to pass.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 12:22 pm

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  102. May Harrison says

    November 28, 2020 at 11:54 am

    The Covid virus was rampant and no one had cheer,
    When with a jingle and a Ho Ho Ho Santa did his magic again this year.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 12:22 pm

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  103. Sue Richardson says

    November 28, 2020 at 11:57 am

    From the chimney emerged Santa, spotting a knitting stash.
    He quickly made a beanie, before he had to dash.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 12:22 pm

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  104. Johannie says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:41 pm

    the mouse was suddenly woken up by a rustle and a beam of light. from his hole he saw Santa standing in front of the fireplace with a bag of presents which he then arranged nicely under the beautiful large Christmas tree.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 2:36 pm

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  105. Janet Hoonard says

    November 28, 2020 at 12:46 pm

    The needles were silent,their work had been done.
    Awaiting the littles in the morning to come.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 2:37 pm

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  106. Johannie says

    November 28, 2020 at 1:08 pm

    the mouse was kept awake as he was thinking about how to make so many poor people happy with gifts. he woke up his family and quickly got down to work with them all making presents that they could get around their feet as quickly afterwards. They took refuge with a few people to see how the adults liked the presents and how happy they were with the beautiful gifts. as soon as they saw this they went back to their hole where they can celebrate a beautiful and satisfied Christmas together.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 2:37 pm

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  107. Michelle Houston says

    November 28, 2020 at 1:18 pm

    A jumper was hung by the chimney with care.
    So red and so warm for the Christmas mouse to wear.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 2:36 pm

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  108. Irene Kellins says

    November 28, 2020 at 1:55 pm

    The knitter was knitting, faster than fast…
    The gift she was knitting was last of the last!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 2:36 pm

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  109. Penny Harper says

    November 28, 2020 at 2:48 pm

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    But his little red jumper was hanging with care
    For when he’d eaten his supper and climbed from the chair

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 5:11 pm

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  110. Yvonne Dimbleby says

    November 28, 2020 at 3:11 pm

    The floorboards were creaking from pressure unseen
    Then excited young children cried “Mum, Dad, he’s been!”

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 5:11 pm

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  111. Mary-Anne Cardoso says

    November 28, 2020 at 4:08 pm

    The only one up was an excited old lady needle in hand in anticipation for Claire to announce which lucky readers would be knitting her mouse.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 5:11 pm

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  112. Helen Whitehouse says

    November 28, 2020 at 4:29 pm

    The embers burst into flame; flickering lights exposed a small curled up figure,
    having made his claim.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 5:11 pm

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  113. Beverley Bartle says

    November 28, 2020 at 5:05 pm

    The mouse I am knitting is not complete yet
    Just the sewing to do now. Will I finish? You bet!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 28, 2020 at 5:11 pm

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  114. Madeleine Kannemeyer says

    November 28, 2020 at 6:52 pm

    The floor boards kept quiet ….
    Then – 12 o’clock chimed and hundreds of elves rushed in
    Oh What a riot!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:09 am

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  115. Rhonda Bothman says

    November 28, 2020 at 6:52 pm

    Needles hung smokin from being in high gear, all presents were ready again for this year!

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:10 am

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  116. Wilma Heim says

    November 28, 2020 at 7:09 pm

    The moon was shining , peace was all around, the cat, fox, and mouse were dancing at the crossroads.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:10 am

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  117. Anne Rocktashel says

    November 28, 2020 at 7:16 pm

    Night before Christmas contest.

    The fire it crackled warming the room.
    With a plate full of cookies to dispel the winters gloom .

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:10 am

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  118. Anne Rocktashel says

    November 28, 2020 at 7:33 pm

    The fire it crackled warming the room.
    With a plate full of cookies to dispel the wintery gloom.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:10 am

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  119. fiona waterworth says

    November 28, 2020 at 8:03 pm

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    Then poor santa went splat in the hall

    because the damned border collies were chasing a ball

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:10 am

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  120. Jeanet Vink-Reineman says

    November 28, 2020 at 8:12 pm

    The little mouse fell asleep in one of Claire’s slippers. He’d never seen Santa before so this was his plan: Staying awake to ask Santa for a very special presant for Claire. Because she is such a loving person and makes a hole lot of people so very happy with her beautiful patterns.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:10 am

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    • Claire says

      December 1, 2020 at 12:13 pm

      THANK YOU!
      xx

      Reply
  121. Anne Branca says

    November 28, 2020 at 8:56 pm

    The Covid masks were knitted, crocheted and washed with care,
    so when St Nicholas came he could chose one to wear.

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:10 am

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  122. Marit Meredith says

    November 28, 2020 at 9:00 pm

    The Christmases past remembered
    with hope and with joy…

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:11 am

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  123. Pamela McKinstry says

    November 28, 2020 at 9:53 pm

    The stockings weren’t quite hung on the mantle with care,
    I haven’t finished; the yarn is being wound on the back of a chair!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:11 am

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  124. Andrew Rodwell says

    November 28, 2020 at 10:44 pm

    The Lady in bed,
    Put down her packet of fags and chocolate liqueurs and said,
    “I must stop being a lazy witch,
    And finish my Queen Mother cross-stitch”.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:11 am

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  125. Linda says

    November 28, 2020 at 10:54 pm

    The house was so silent as I prayed for Covid to disappear
    Along came Santa with 8 tiny reindeer!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:11 am

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  126. Dru Barnham says

    November 28, 2020 at 11:05 pm

    The mouse and his family were tucked up in bed
    With Christmasy dreams filling each tiny head

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:11 am

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  127. Teri Eichhorn says

    November 28, 2020 at 11:19 pm

    ”Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house
    Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

    The tray filled with nibbles of crackers and cheese,
    Held a note to Saint Nick, “Help yourself, if you please.”

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:11 am

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  128. Lisa M. Tanis says

    November 28, 2020 at 11:45 pm

    The knitter sat stumped at the computer
    trying to think up a doozy to win the pattern!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:11 am

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  129. Barbara Rayner says

    November 29, 2020 at 12:43 am

    The house was prepared with covid protection
    So Santa could leave his present selection.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:12 am

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  130. Sharon Randall says

    November 29, 2020 at 1:31 am

    Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house
    Not a creature was stirring , not even a mouse.
    When all of a sudden – who did appear
    But mousey, the cutest came ever so near!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:12 am

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  131. Sherri Bieniecki says

    November 29, 2020 at 7:13 am

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    The dog lay beside me all cosy and warm
    As we slept in my bed and I dreamed of new yarn.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 29, 2020 at 10:09 am

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  132. Janette Khbais says

    November 29, 2020 at 11:21 am

    The cat sat there waiting for little mouse! but twas the time for love and giving and in his paws was a gift of piece of cheddar cheese !!!!!!!💕💕💕

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 30, 2020 at 9:57 am

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  133. Lynda Atkins says

    November 29, 2020 at 11:33 am

    Clove studded oranges fragranced the air
    The dog and the cat stretched in front of the fire
    The clock on the mantle tick tocking the hour
    A sherry and mince pie made ready, and a carrot or two for who knows, do you

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 30, 2020 at 9:58 am

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  134. Ann Boulton says

    November 29, 2020 at 4:36 pm

    So out came the needles – get knitting she said
    We’ll have Christmas mice before I go to bed!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 30, 2020 at 9:58 am

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  135. Sarah Jones says

    November 29, 2020 at 4:53 pm

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    Santa woke the mouse with a whispered “Please.
    Come share my plate of mince pies and cheese”

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 30, 2020 at 9:58 am

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  136. Janette Khbais says

    November 29, 2020 at 6:44 pm

    The star on the tree sent out its light,
    it fell on a mouse – knitted with care,
    and for one night only it came to life,
    to worship the child who was to be king.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 30, 2020 at 9:58 am

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  137. Joanne Marcotte says

    November 29, 2020 at 9:38 pm

    The house cat invited the little mouse in the warmth of her home.
    Together they patiently waited for St-Nick’s visit.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 30, 2020 at 9:58 am

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  138. Kathy Roope says

    November 30, 2020 at 4:48 am

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
    The big fluffy cat sleeping under the tree, didn’t even notice
    wait, what….that’s little Theo the mouse over there by the tree!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 30, 2020 at 9:58 am

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  139. sandra BLUNDELL says

    November 30, 2020 at 8:47 am

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    Last minute wrapping, placed under the tree
    Better get to bed soon before Santa sees me.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      November 30, 2020 at 9:58 am

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    • Mercedes says

      November 30, 2020 at 10:33 pm

      The children slept peacefully, hugging their woolly animals. Santa’s Elves smiled when they saw them, and with their usual magical stealth, they made the little ones dream that they came to life.

      Reply
      • Laura Dunkley says

        December 1, 2020 at 7:49 am

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  140. Rita de brouwers says

    November 30, 2020 at 11:34 am

    The mouse was in bed keeping his breath! Did he really hear the bells of the Santa sledge. Yes he knows now his presents are there ! I wish all of you a merry Christmas time from Holland Rita

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 1, 2020 at 7:50 am

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  141. Terushia Jackson says

    November 30, 2020 at 1:36 pm

    The yarn balls are spun all snug in their basket as visions of chiagoos danced in their head.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 1, 2020 at 7:50 am

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  142. Magnolia Rosado says

    November 30, 2020 at 6:07 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    Then, a lovely girl make a wish to the dream mouse of wishes … that her brothers and sisters would be together on Christmas night, and leave some cheese and cookies for him.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 1, 2020 at 7:50 am

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  143. Edythe M Polishak says

    November 30, 2020 at 6:39 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    The world was in turmoil, a pandemic was here
    We care for each other, and the ones we hold dear
    The little mouse came with Santa & reindeers to say ,
    The future is coming, it will be okay
    To celebrate Christmas, you must keep it small
    Then we’ll be together, each one and all.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 1, 2020 at 7:51 am

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  144. Shirley Green says

    November 30, 2020 at 9:26 pm

    The snow was falling, the wind it did blow, my needles were clicking, my thoughts turned to Christmases, long, long ago.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 1, 2020 at 7:51 am

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  145. Alison Dunkley says

    November 30, 2020 at 11:00 pm

    I’ve already entered, but just had to say that I don’t envy you the job of choosing the winner!!!! There are so very many wonderful entries! And, thank you for having this little contest…I have really enjoyed reading everyone’s verses, and it has cheered me right up!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 1, 2020 at 7:47 am

      Hello Alison – thank you for your lovely comment. There are quite a few aren’t there…?! It will be really hard choosing but, like you, I do enjoy reading through them all – such lovely words written by people all over the world 🥰

      Reply
  146. Karen Fritsche says

    November 30, 2020 at 11:34 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    The silence washed over fresh bakes as they cooled
    With hot tea in my cup I smiled and drooled

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 1, 2020 at 7:52 am

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  147. Kalista Kaiser says

    December 1, 2020 at 6:06 am

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
    Yarn on the floor, knitting needles down, only just waiting for Santa to come to town 🐀

    Reply
  148. Laura Dunkley says

    December 1, 2020 at 7:52 am

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  149. Claire Garland says

    December 1, 2020 at 12:04 pm

    💞 I’ve read and enjoyed each and every one – all fantastic, clever and very difficult to choose ‘winners’ – although everyone is a winner to be honest!
    Thanks everyone for making me smile – and thanks Laura for such a fabulous competition.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 1, 2020 at 2:51 pm

      Thank you, Claire, for inspiring us with your beautiful Christmas Mouse! 🙏🥰

      Reply
  150. dee says

    December 2, 2020 at 8:59 am

    …grateful for health and decor so bright,
    i wish for you all LOVE, HOPE and LIGHT! <3

    what a fun idea for a giveaway – such fantastic patterns!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 2, 2020 at 9:45 am

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  151. Birgitta Götzelmann-Liebig says

    December 2, 2020 at 11:40 am

    The reason t’was silent is easy, you fool:
    Every nook, crook and cranny was stuffed with knit wool.

    Reply
  152. Birgitta 20 Götzelmann-Liebig says

    December 2, 2020 at 11:42 am

    The reason t’was silent is easy, you fool:
    Every nook, crook and cranny was stuffed with knit wool.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 4, 2020 at 12:53 pm

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  153. Heather Whiting says

    December 2, 2020 at 11:24 pm

    The dogs were snoring the cat was dreaming
    Through the window the moon was beaming

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 4, 2020 at 12:53 pm

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  154. Anita Bekker says

    December 3, 2020 at 5:22 am

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house,
    Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
    …The presents (all knitted!), were wrapped up so fair-
    And waiting for morning; they’ll show how we care!

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 4, 2020 at 12:53 pm

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  155. Kathryn Woods says

    December 3, 2020 at 9:38 am

    They were all there , under the tree
    The cat and the fox and lots of bunnies

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 4, 2020 at 12:54 pm

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  156. Susan Oldham says

    December 3, 2020 at 10:11 am

    The mouse was too cosy, in its ball-of-wool bed
    Its pillow of cotton, its jumper of red

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 4, 2020 at 12:54 pm

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  157. Kate Barcus says

    December 3, 2020 at 11:50 pm

    Nana’s needles lay peacefully, still on her lap,
    Awaiting the moment she stirred from her nap.
    To knit and to purl each stitch with love,
    sharing her faith through toys made with care
    for those without hope in a world full of fear.
    Her dreams full of memories of times long gone by,
    when bombs fell through the air and hope seemed to fly.
    When children were sent off on trains, not to bed.
    When the faith of our fathers seemed to have fled.
    So many times over the years, we had no answers to the disasters around.
    Yet, whether in our family alone, or the whole world unfound,
    hope was still there, in the face of a Child!
    Rise up dear Nana! Yarn tickled her nose,
    to wake her and raise her up to her toes.
    She reached for Christmas mouse, a friend from her past.
    Met in the pocket of a scared girl going fast,
    away on a train from she all held dear.
    Yes, this Nana knew fear.
    I will make many to help with the fear of today, she thought.
    A Christmas mouse given, not to be bought.
    To be shared with a prayer to the One,
    Who can surprise us with hope in the smile of a Child.
    A prayer for peace and love and hope and health for everyone!

    THANK YOU EVERYBODY! : )

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    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 4, 2020 at 12:55 pm

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  158. Debra Conklin says

    December 4, 2020 at 11:17 am

    The house so quiet you can 👀 the tree lights shining so Bright , from across the room, what does 🎅 see, a little gray Mouse wrapped up in his new red coat , his gift to this new mouse was yarn to make a new jacket or 2 !

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 4, 2020 at 12:55 pm

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  159. Marta Ream says

    December 6, 2020 at 4:54 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
    Then I heard a rustling under the tree
    And a little gray mouse I did see.
    In his paws he was holding a tiny letter.
    I turned on the lights to see him better.
    The note to Santa asked for a red sweater to wear;
    “Santa, please bring me yarn and the pattern from Claire!”
    Then I fell asleep and awoke at sunrise,
    The little mouse was next to me, holding a gift- imagine my surprise!
    Inside the box was the pattern and some beautiful yarn, it was red.
    So, I began knitting and sent the mouse to rest on his bed.
    The sweater was completed in a short while,
    I called to the mouse and he skittered to me with a smile.
    The mouse slipped the sweater over his head-
    It was a perfect fit and he looked handsome in red.
    Anytime you need a beautiful item to knit,
    Search Claire Garland’s site for a pattern or kit!
    Remember the reason for the season and knit, knit, knit all through next year.
    Merry Christmas- have many blessings and lots of love from those you hold dear.

    Reply
  160. Marta Ream says

    December 6, 2020 at 5:00 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
    Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
    Then I heard a rustling under the tree
    And a little gray mouse in Claire Garland’s red sweater I did see.

    Reply
  161. Cally Griffiths says

    December 6, 2020 at 5:29 pm

    The socks on the mantel just needed a darn
    To fix in the morning when Santa brings yarn!

    Reply
  162. Alicia says

    December 9, 2020 at 12:49 pm

    ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    The…Kitties were playing, the pups cozied up with paws in the air, dreaming of chasing new balls without a care.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 10, 2020 at 8:27 am

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      Reply
  163. Julie Jones says

    December 10, 2020 at 9:08 pm

    Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

    not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse

    The owl softly hooted, not one time but two,

    The magic we create, is waiting for you 🐭

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 11, 2020 at 8:14 am

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  164. Charmaine says

    December 11, 2020 at 11:30 am

    … mouse twitches, look carefully his breathing starts.
    Knitting is magic, bringing joy to our hearts.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 13, 2020 at 12:14 pm

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      Reply
  165. Phil Read says

    December 12, 2020 at 2:50 pm

    The wife she was snoring as loud as a jet
    I wanted to sleep well this evening, and yet

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 13, 2020 at 12:14 pm

      ❤️

      Reply
  166. Sharon says

    December 13, 2020 at 5:36 pm

    The needles are still in their basket of yarn, the gifts made with love in every stitch under the tree.

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 14, 2020 at 2:08 pm

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  167. Ann-Marie McNicholas says

    December 14, 2020 at 10:50 pm

    The fab competition was entered with care
    In hopes that From Britain with Love their beautiful pattern would share

    Reply
    • Laura Dunkley says

      December 15, 2020 at 10:52 am

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It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to grow and blissfully fragrant in the summer months. 
They were my mum’s favourite flower, so growing them now feels like a precious connection. Especially when I pick some and arrange them in her beautiful old blue and gold jug just as she used to do with the sweet peas my dad grew for her every year.
There are some really handy tips for growing success from founder of The Real Flower Company Rosebie Morton over on the blog (link in bio). Rosebie has a whole farm dedicated to sweet peas near Chichester so she knows a thing or two about the subject!
Main thing I’ve picked up from her is to allow lots of depth for root growth at this stage and to make my own supportive wigwams from twiggy branches when the plants are really starting to go for it and need a bit of direction. This photo is making me yearn slightly.
I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying out tiny living for a feature I was writing - this was taken on our way to indulge in a spot of forest bathing. To be totally honest, we were both a little sceptical beforehand. But we were only saying the other day how taken aback we both were by the amazing effect it had. I’m working on some new ideas around the subject - will keep you posted. X
I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole site - which has meant lots of photo editing and reorganising so much content. What’s been lovely (despite the claw hand from so much keyboard work!) is revisiting work and becoming engrossed all over again. I thought I’d share a few of the things I’ve been (re) loving - with links in the bio to the old site for now, but not for long…! X
This  image is from a feature about preserving garden roses. I’m going to give this a really good go this year, now I have a better idea what I’m doing. I know there’s nothing quite like a fragrant fresh rose in Summer but there’s a fragile beauty to dried and preserved flowers that I also love, don’t you?
Snowdrops 🌱🤍 . . . . . . #capturequiet #ins Snowdrops 🌱🤍 
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#capturequiet #instabritain #natureandnourish #thewildernesstonic #cornersofmyworld
Signed copies of Bex Partridge’s new book Flower Signed copies of Bex Partridge’s new book Flowers Forever to be won! My bio has the link to enter as well as to get a peek inside. Beautifully photographed by Laura Edwards, I really enjoyed escaping into the pages and making plans for my own garden - hope you do too! X
To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Cla To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Claire Garland aka @dotpebbles_knits has to be the perfect post Christmas craft project 😊 
If you fancy getting your needles out to make this adorable pair, the link to buy Claire’s pattern is in my bio. Happy knitting! X
Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists for a wonderful wreath making workshop yesterday. Such a special and creative space to spend time. I loved making my wreath - I went for a mixture of greenery arranged quite randomly with red waxed fresh apples, dried hydrangea, dried flowers, poppy and nigella seed heads and a winter white velvet bow. 
There were so many wonderful ingredients to choose from we were really spoiled for choice. 
Sarah’s new studio is such a beautiful, creative space. Think fragrant botanical candles flickering everywhere, mulled wine and apple juice simmering on the stove and containers full of fragrant festive greenery, waxed fruit, dried flowers and oranges, pine cones, lichen covered branches and even tiny gold wax-dipped fresh crab apples. 
Thank you for being so patient with my lengthy ribbon choice deliberations Sarah - and for bagging up a second choice option (dusky pink) to take home! X.  #wreathmaking #wreath #wreathsofinstagram #sustainablewreaths #wreathdecor #christmaswreath #velvetribbon #christmasdecor #festiveflowers
I’ve loved Olga Prinku’s work for ages now - s I’ve loved Olga Prinku’s work for ages now - she came up with the genius idea of embroidering on tulle using nature as her thread - and the results are sublime - like this Autumn colours beauty from her latest book.
I’m delighted that Olga is offering a fantastic prize bundle to my readers. For a chance to win one of her beautiful new dried flower embroidery kits (in collaboration with @driedandfloral ) as well as a signed copy of her wonderful new book(published by @quadrillebooks , pop over to my blog (link in my bio). It’s easy to enter so why don’t you give yourself a chance of winning this very lovely prize? Good luck! 
#driedflowers #driedflowerembroidery #olgaprinku #embroideryhoop #flowerembroidery #competitiontime #signedbooks #embroideryart #flowersontulle #autumn #autumncolours #hoopart #allthingsbotanical #instacraft
This beautiful image is by Laura Pashby @circleofp This beautiful image is by Laura Pashby @circleofpines and is from her beautiful new book Little Stories of Your Life. 
It’s packed with inspiration and practical ideas to help you become a visual story teller. Because, as Laura says, it’s the little moments that make up the fabric of all of our lives - and those moments are worth capturing and sharing with others.
We have three signed copies of the book to give away - just click the link in my bio to find out more. There’s a peek inside and a lovely film by @xantheb to enjoy too! X 
#littlemoments #littlestoriesbook #alifeofwords #lostinwords #competition #booksarelife #mindfulphotography #bookstagram #booksmakemehappy #booksconnectus #igreads #whatareyoureading #signedbooks
Thanks to Lisa from @inthemaking_aprons who has sh Thanks to Lisa from @inthemaking_aprons who has shared her wonderfully creative ideas for visibly mending well-loved clothing in need of repair and a little TLC.
She had me at ‘sometimes I like to use giant sequins…’ 
Hope you like Lisa’s ideas as much as I do. The link to head over to my blog and get all her step by steps is in my bio x
Thank you @therealflowerco for these heavenly swee Thank you @therealflowerco for these heavenly sweet peas - the perfect way to celebrate #britishflowersweek 
I just wish I could share the blissful fragrance with you too 💕🌸
#locallygrownflowers #flowersofinstagram #supportlocal #britishflowersweek2021 #britishseasonalflowers #flowersfromthefarm #sweetpeas
This heavenly knitted lamb is by Claire Garland ak This heavenly knitted lamb is by Claire Garland aka @dotpebbles_knits and just one of the creative spring projects you might enjoy immersing yourself in right now. To discover other inspirational ideas and to get all the info you need - including this free pattern by Claire - click the link in my bio. Hope you find something that brings you a little seasonal joy x
Thanks to Erin at @floretflower for sending me a s Thanks to Erin at @floretflower for sending me a surprise signed copy of her dreamy new book Discovering Dahlias - and another signed copy to share with one of you. 
To enjoy a peek inside - and for a chance to win - click the link in my bio. 
The truly beautiful photographs (including this one) are all by Erin’s husband Chris Benzakein #discoveringdahlias #floretflowerfarm #dahliasofinstagram #flowersgivemepower #giveawayuk
Thanks to @sarahravenperchhill for sharing a beaut Thanks to @sarahravenperchhill for sharing a beautifully simple way to arrange snowdrops and other early spring flowers over on the blog (link is in my bio). I’ve already made my own simple flower grid using foraged twigs and it works brilliantly! 
As well as sharing her simple step by steps, there’s also a video tutorial where Sarah shares more inspiring ideas for creating with early spring flowers. The beautiful photographs are by @jonathanbuckleyphotography - hope you enjoy! X
Last call to enter our Pippa Greenwood Grow Your O Last call to enter our Pippa Greenwood Grow Your Own gift bundle competition!
My favourite #gardenersquestiontime panellist @pippa.greenwood offers a range of totally brilliant Grow Your Own gift bundles - which include garden-ready veg plants sent out at the right time for planting, email growing advice, tips and recipes from Pippa herself as well as signed copies of The Gardener’s Year. It’s the perfect gift for anyone interested in growing their own fresh produce - and comes with the best expert advice!
We have two Pippa Greenwood GYO gift bundles to be won - the link to enter the competition, and to find out more is in my bio - Good luck!
Last call for anyone who’d like to enter our Cla Last call for anyone who’d like to enter our Claire Garland Christmas Mouse knitting pattern competition. The link to enter is the top one in my bio. Good luck!
If you’re finding the world a somewhat shouty an If you’re finding the world a somewhat shouty and overwhelming place right now, you might like to get behind Sarah Corbett @craftivists new project - she’s crowdfunding to create the final part of her Craftivism trilogy: the Craftivist Collective Handbook. It will be a beautiful hardback with 20 gentle protest Craftivist projects and tools to help readers become positive and effective change makers. Because slow and gentle can be more effective in the long run than fast and loud. I am 100% behind Sarah’s project and have no doubt that those of us in the crafty, creative community have plenty to contribute when it comes to making a better, fairer world. 
Stitching a powerful message can be  more effective than shouting it at someone who’s not listening to you. If you’d like to get involved or find out more, follow the top link in my bio.
Thanks to @botanical_tales for sharing beautiful d Thanks to @botanical_tales for sharing beautiful dried flower wreath ideas over on the blog - link in bio. I love this dried mini wreath as natural gift wrapping decoration (you can buy ready-made too) - all the links are in the post.
Thanks too to Kirsten @henthorn_farm_flowers for sharing her step by steps for creating a stunning giant foraged dried flower wreath as well as her beautiful simple wreath in silvery winter whites. 
I’m increasingly obsessed with the idea of growing my own flowers for drying and creating lovely things with them. Watch this space for more dried flower inspiration coming soon... X
One of the joyful things about this time of year f One of the joyful things about this time of year for me is making plans for next spring and summer in my flower cutting garden. After two years of growing cut flowers, I’m ready for some fresh ideas and to raise my game a little more. I would like to fill some gaps in shape and colour and to extend the flowering season in particular. I’d also like to start drying and preserving my flowers... so I am thrilled that Kirsten of @henthorn_farm_flowers has shared a beautiful glimpse into her seasonal and sustainable flowery world as well as lots of fantastic expert tips and ideas over on the blog - the link is in my bio. I hope you find some inspiration too. Kirsten lives in a very beautiful part of the world - the Ribble Valley in Lancashire. It’s an area very close to my heart as I grew up not far away. Loved spending a little virtual time there again, thanks to Kirsten - and I am yearning to go back in person one day soon and breathe it all in again.
To be honest, I’m still clinging on to the last To be honest, I’m still clinging on to the last moments of Summer. I do always eventually embrace Autumn but, this year in particular, I’m wanting to hold on for as long as possible to the quiet bliss of the last few months. 
I do really worry about what lies ahead for us all, but spending time outdoors, connecting, really up close, to what’s going on in the garden definitely helps. I still have roses, sweet peas, snapdragons, zinnias, asters and LOTS of dahlias blooming so there are always jars and jugs of flowers on every available surface. Rose geranium leaves have been a revelation for adding a fragrant green frilliness - and now I’m full of love for abelia. 
This beautiful photo is by @gandgorgeousflowers and captures the between-seasons beauty in the flower garden right now. I am inspired to create something similar as I have many of the same colours. 
I do realise that it’s silly (and utterly pointless 😂) to resist Autumn as it’s actually one of the most beautiful times of year. As soon as the leaves really turn, and everywhere starts to smell like Autumn, I’m sure I’ll be fully on board. 
With that in mind, I’ve shared lots of inspiring Autumn Flowers ideas over on the blog (link in my bio) from some of my favourite flower creatives including @gandgorgeousflowers @simplybyarrangement @therealflowerco @wildbunchflowers @floribundaroseflorists @thesussexflowerschool @electricdaisyflowerfarm 

Hope you enjoy - and find a little bit of creative inspiration too. X

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