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
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.
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.
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Other Christmas Mouse knitting patterns to steal your heart…
Christmas Mouse nativity pattern
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.
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Christmas Mouse toy knitting pattern
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…
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Quiet Little Mouse knitting pattern
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…
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Santa Mouse knitting pattern
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…
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Christmas Mouse in mitten set
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.
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FREE Christmas Mouse knitting pattern by Fuzzy Mitten
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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The nippers were napping, floofballs asleep on feet;
Gnarly gnomes appeared, creeping across the sheet….
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The yarn was lay down,the needles were still,
The mice hung their stocking for santander to fill
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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’
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The Bells até ringing :
It’s Christmas evening
The house was all ready, waiting for Santa,
With cookies and candies all over the Mantel .
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Christmas tree sparkling with love, waiting for the perfect cheer
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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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The sprouts were on boiling, and had been since September
Mums Christmas meal would be one to remember
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The socks were all knitted with much love and care,
On Christmas everyone will be excited to wear.
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The.. snow is falling gently creating a puffy blanket,
When a little mouse peeks through causing quite a racket.
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The pandemic was here, but we didn’t care
We had time for each other, to love and to share!
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‘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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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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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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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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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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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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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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cookies were cooling high up on the shelf
with extras for Santa to share with the Elves
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The dogs were all nestled, snug in our bed, visions of Christmas trouble dancing in their heads 🙂
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The carrots were left for Rudolph to eat
A mince pie was Father Christmas’ treat
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Knitting needles were silent all the socks had been knit.
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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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The mince pies are waiting,
The stockings are hung,
Can you guess who is coming?
To see everyone.
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The embers glowed softly in the grate of the hearth
And the moon shone brightly surrounded by stars …
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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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The stockings, hand knitted, were hung by the fire
And excited children were told to retire
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The silly little mouse was actually waiting to make sure everyone else was asleep to get into the cookies! Please don’t tell!
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There were sounds of soft snoring throughout the house.
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The little mouse in his red jacket so cosy and bright.
Snow falling softly so fluffy and light.
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The knitters were knitting as fast as could be
To make little mouse folk to put under the tree
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Mice dreamed they’d wake in the morn with such glee,
With filled stockings of cheddar, and Stilton and brie.
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The cold filtered in through the big ancient windows
And the mouse feeling chilly cried ‘shiver me whiskers’.
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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
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The gifts were placed by the tree all bright, Next to the face masks all clean and bright.
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The kitten were meowing all snug in their beds,
While visions of catnip danced in their heads.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Excitement keeping them wide awake
pretending to sleep for Santa’s sake
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Absolutely adorable! What else can one say?
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Will spark a Christmas Wish
That will comfort all.
That
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The…
knitting needles are resting and the eggnog is flowing.
In hopes that St. Nick will bring bags of yarn though it’s snowing.
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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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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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The old grandfather clock still ticked and it tocked.
The fire had died out, and the doors were all locked.
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children were sleeping, the grown ups too. Who will be visiting? is it you?
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The pantry was open and mice might be tempted
To sample the snacks, and the wine not exempted.
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The Christmas tree stood proud and tall,
Just waiting for Santa to call.
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Except for the mom who had more rows to knit,
so she stayed awake for another wee bit…
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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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The fire was crackling, the candles burned bright as children lay dreaming of Santa that night.
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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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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.
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The family was all safe and staying at home . Merry Christmas to all and wear your masks!
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The kitty was dozing after drinking her cream
And the dog in the midst of a snack-laden dream
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Her needles were placed in their case with care,
But dammit, the yarn has rolled under the chair.
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The lady is knitting as fast as she can,
To get the stockings ready to hang.
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the sockes were all hung by the chimney with care
In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there.
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Masks were hung by the fire with care in hopes that Covid would soon Beware!
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The doggies however were waiting for bed
Till Santa would enter and they would be fed
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The stockings were all hand-knit and hung by the fire,
In hopes of new yarn, and patterns to inspire.
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The only sound come from outside. Knispering snow…. footsteps. A midnight visitor? The bell rings….
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even the mouse Nana knitted for Fred
was tucked under a bow in a wee matchbox bed.
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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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My needles were clicking, the wool rolled around,
Then when my mouse was finished, there wasn’t a sound.
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The wind began howling, the snow swirled around, tonight Santa was coming & joy did abound.
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Thank is super cute!
Thanks Claire!
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The mouse was dreaming of Christmas to come,
No face masks or virus just good festive fun
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The knitting was placed in its basket with care
The knitter hoping to finish with moments to spare.
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The masks were all hung by the front door with care, in case St. Nicholas came within 6’ of there! 😂 😷
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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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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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The lights were all out and the children were sleeping
When Santa came calling and his reindeer came peeping….
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‘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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But with a sprinkle of magic and a festive wish
A mouse made of stitches just gave me a kiss.
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Stockings where hung with goodies inside
and the Mice where all resting by the fireside
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The needles and yarn, alone by the chair,
In hope of a knitter, to pick up and care ❤️
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The big cat was sleeping by the fireplace without a care, With the hope that a mouse would soon be there.
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Who are home with their little ones, whom they hold dear…
And wait anxiously for Saint Santa Mouse to appear …
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No mousey was there for no pattern had I,
So I’m hoping to win one to knit by and by.
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‘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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Sweet animals gather and whisper with glee
to hear Santa’s HO HO HO as his sleigh flies over magical snow covered trees…
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The children and pets were asleep in their bed,
Dreaming of goodies, tomorrow they’d be fed.
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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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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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…The knitting needles were humming,
All the masked mice grinning with good cheer!
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‘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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‘‘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
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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.”
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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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‘‘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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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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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
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‘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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The wool was rewound, the clicking of needles had stopped,
A new stocking knit for each mousie, without a single stitch dropped.
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The children were dreaming of good things to come
Of present, of cookies and kisses from mom
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The cookies were baked and laid out on a plate
I tried to stay up, but it got very late
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the place is all calm
and the fire is toastie and warm
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The windows were glazed with ice flowers bright. Like a silver forrest that shines through the night.
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The children were sleeping and dreaming their dreams,
Of candy cane mountains and snow topped ice cream……..xx
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The little mouse in his red jacket so cosy and bright.
Snow falling softly so fluffy and light.
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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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But granny was knitting three fluffy mice more
So mouse had for Christmas – his bubble of four x
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The mousie was shivering slightly with cold
And hoped for a jumper – a new one for old.
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The one little exception. A little tiny mouse called Bo
Who waited patiently for santa and the red jumper he yearned
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‘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.’
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‘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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‘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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The little knitted Christmas mouse stared out through the glass,
Looking and waiting for St Nicholas to pass.
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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.
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From the chimney emerged Santa, spotting a knitting stash.
He quickly made a beanie, before he had to dash.
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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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The needles were silent,their work had been done.
Awaiting the littles in the morning to come.
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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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A jumper was hung by the chimney with care.
So red and so warm for the Christmas mouse to wear.
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The knitter was knitting, faster than fast…
The gift she was knitting was last of the last!
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‘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
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The floorboards were creaking from pressure unseen
Then excited young children cried “Mum, Dad, he’s been!”
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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.
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The embers burst into flame; flickering lights exposed a small curled up figure,
having made his claim.
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The mouse I am knitting is not complete yet
Just the sewing to do now. Will I finish? You bet!
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The floor boards kept quiet ….
Then – 12 o’clock chimed and hundreds of elves rushed in
Oh What a riot!
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Needles hung smokin from being in high gear, all presents were ready again for this year!
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The moon was shining , peace was all around, the cat, fox, and mouse were dancing at the crossroads.
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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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The fire it crackled warming the room.
With a plate full of cookies to dispel the wintery gloom.
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‘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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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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THANK YOU!
xx
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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The Christmases past remembered
with hope and with joy…
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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!
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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”.
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The house was so silent as I prayed for Covid to disappear
Along came Santa with 8 tiny reindeer!
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The mouse and his family were tucked up in bed
With Christmasy dreams filling each tiny head
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”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.”
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The knitter sat stumped at the computer
trying to think up a doozy to win the pattern!
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The house was prepared with covid protection
So Santa could leave his present selection.
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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!
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‘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.
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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 !!!!!!!💕💕💕
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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
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So out came the needles – get knitting she said
We’ll have Christmas mice before I go to bed!
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‘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”
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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.
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The house cat invited the little mouse in the warmth of her home.
Together they patiently waited for St-Nick’s visit.
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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!
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‘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.
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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.
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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
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The yarn balls are spun all snug in their basket as visions of chiagoos danced in their head.
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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.
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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.
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The snow was falling, the wind it did blow, my needles were clicking, my thoughts turned to Christmases, long, long ago.
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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!
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 🥰
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
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‘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 🐀
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💞 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.
Thank you, Claire, for inspiring us with your beautiful Christmas Mouse! 🙏🥰
…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!
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The reason t’was silent is easy, you fool:
Every nook, crook and cranny was stuffed with knit wool.
The reason t’was silent is easy, you fool:
Every nook, crook and cranny was stuffed with knit wool.
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The dogs were snoring the cat was dreaming
Through the window the moon was beaming
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‘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!
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They were all there , under the tree
The cat and the fox and lots of bunnies
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The mouse was too cosy, in its ball-of-wool bed
Its pillow of cotton, its jumper of red
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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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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 !
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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.
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.
The socks on the mantel just needed a darn
To fix in the morning when Santa brings yarn!
‘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.
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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 🐭
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… mouse twitches, look carefully his breathing starts.
Knitting is magic, bringing joy to our hearts.
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The wife she was snoring as loud as a jet
I wanted to sleep well this evening, and yet
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The needles are still in their basket of yarn, the gifts made with love in every stitch under the tree.
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The fab competition was entered with care
In hopes that From Britain with Love their beautiful pattern would share
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