Thursday, May 18, 2006

Yes, Another Apron: Simplicity 4692



I can't stop sewing aprons--they are the most satisfying projects to sew, plus I use them every day and enjoy having lots to choose from. I can't pass up Simplicity's "retro-reprint" patterns and want to try them all in the delicious silly fabrics (eclair, anyone?) that I can't resist at the store.

Here is one I sewed last week. I love the rick-rack trim, the topstitched triangular yoke, and the smart pockets. I do love the design details in these old-style apron patterns--the scalloped hems, bound edges, and dart fittings make them delightful to sew and to wear.

9 comments:

CallaLilly said...

Hmmm, perhaps you could start an at home business sewing aprons??? My favorite apron is like a security blanket for me.

Cherish the Home said...

I LOVE the apron! (And the dress too!

Anna, my husband was out of town last night so I had some free time. I had the BEST time perusing your archives! It was really neat to watch Daisy go from a baby, to a little girl via photographs. (o:

After I was done reading I wanted to go and clean something! Your blog is very home-inspiring! I like that your posts are short but interesting....

I can't believe that you graduated from high school at 16 and then college at 18!! WOW!

Anonymous said...

What a marvelous apron! Do you find that you prefer half-aprons, like the one you just made, or aprons that cover your upper half as well?

Lisa said...

Love the apron.

Lisa said...

I give up..I can't find the pockets. lol

Kelli said...

Both the dress and apron are just darling. Love the rick-rack!

Anonymous said...

I adore your apron and went out tonight and bought the pattern. Now to find some fabric !

Mommaroo2 said...

I just got a cute vintage apron. Don't you just love how you feel in them?

I have a contest going on at my blog. The prize is a vintage apron pattern, if anyone's interested.

Anna said...

Calla Lilly--No more home businesses for me! The one I'm in keeps me plenty busy!!!

Laura--I prefer half-aprons, but hate to have a strap around my neck, so I use or modify a pattern to put crossover straps that attach to the wais in the back.

Lisa--The pockets are on there! They do blend in to the busy print, but they have a line of rick-rack scallops at the top (yellow).

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