Waterford Hat Crochet Pattern by Bella McBride

 It has been a long time coming but I've finally done it!  I've just released a new crochet pattern!  It's called The Waterford Hat and you can see it here.

 I've actually had it written and tested for almost a year now but kind of forgot about it.  The pictures of me in the blue hat (yep, that's me!) were taken last year right after I had pneumonia and I'm VERY pale.  Sadly the new pictures in the purple hat look just as pale!

 The Waterford Hat is a really easy crochet project and easy to wear.  Lots of fun trying to decide what colours to make it!

Don't forget to see it here and stay tuned for one more hat pattern coming soon!  It's a departure from the usual and is a pill box style with crocheted cables.  I may need a pattern tester for that one very soon though!  Anybody interested in testing the Cambridge Hat Pattern?

Lumber Jillian Series in Crochet Patterns

Finally, after months and months of creating, proofing and editing, I'm pleased to release my crochet patterns for the Lumber Jillian Series.
Lumber Jillian is based on those classic Lumber Jack socks. You know, those great grey, white and one tiny strip of red, socks? This little clutch reflects that homespun country chic look. Small enough to tuck under your arm for a night out, but just big enough for your wallet, keys and sunglasses when you meet friends for a day of shopping or sipping lattes.
I grew up in and around the woods and love the classic country chic look. This hat was designed around the concept of those lumber jack socks, but with an added elegant touch that I love so much!
Pair these wristwarmers with your favourite jean jacket and all you will need is the chainsaw... or a lumber man... your choice!And look! It's me wearing my Lumber Jillian Neckwarmer! This is a very rare occurrence for me to post a picture of myself. Look quick because I might come to my senses and delete this post tomorrow!

April Springs Hat

Lately for some reason it is taking an awful long time to get anything accomplished! I've been working on lots of projects, but nothing seems to want to come together. I took a bunch of pictures today of April Springs Hat, but the ones of me wearing it did not turn out. However, I did promise a larger picture of the hat, so here it is! More to come...eventually!

Londonderry Hat Pattern

Working on weekends and evenings I am delighted to have finally finished my newest hat pattern! May I present to you The Londonderry Hat.This is me, sipping from my empty mug and contemplating whether or not this was a good idea to try to take my own picture!

Obviously the front view!

Londonderry looks really cute with short hair, but it's roomy enough to tuck longer hair up underneath it, or put your hair in braids. Don't worry though, it looks great with your hair down too.

A nice simple design on the back of the hat just adds that extra something special.

Cover design for the Londonderry Hat Pattern. Don't forget to look for it on Etsy!

A Return to Normal?

Things are starting to return to normal in my house. My DH has gone back to work after his lovely long vacation and I'm starting to get back to work myself. Today I got to play with my new cupboard/pantry!

I got to rearrange and put out some of my Christmas presents. These are a little set of conks (a hard, shelf like, spore-bearing structure wood-decaying fungi, found on stumps, logs, or trees) that my Mom drew on for me. Aren't they lovely?

Today I finally finished my prototype for my newest hat and matching neckwarmer! Now I just need to write the pattern and test it.

And finally, I got to dust mop our new basement floor! Actually it was a pleasure to do it after all the hard work to lay it. I wonder what will tomorrow bring?