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Pattern:
none

Fabric:
apron purchased at my favorite store in Pottstown, Memories & More. It’s a cute little consignment shop on High Street.
back fabric purchased on Etsy (I have a hard time turning a blind eye to the fabric destash listings)

Process:
Simple really. First, I washed the apron several times in an effort to remove all the stains and mildew spots. I wasn’t completely successful. I only hope the few remaining stains lend it character.

Next, I fused interfacing to the wrong side of the apron to beef up the light-weight fabric and to help preserve the embroidery work.

Then, I removed the pocket as it had seen better days. Using the old pocket as a template, I cut out 2 more pockets. After positioning the pockets, I basted them to the apron by hand because I didn’t trust my ability to sew them on straight in one try.

Then came the fun part, piecing the apron together. With right sides together, I stitched all around the apron leaving only the top edge free.

Upon turning the apron right-side-out, I ironed the crap out of it. The only thing left to do was make the ties. I made them in the same manner that I made them for my last 2 aprons. As a friend of mine always says, “Why reinvent the wheel?”

It’s a subtle change, but I think my tweaking will allow this apron to be worn with pride for another few years.

Unfortunately, it can’t be worn by Elly. It’s a bit too long for her.