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| brightmeadow |
Posted - May 10 2007 : 6:28:24 PM
Or, is it just a utility item of clothing? Does it somehow transform you? I know Mary Jane wrote a lot about this in her book- but I'd like to hear from you guys too. Is it a political statement? I just saw the link to the "I wear an apron and I vote" checkbook cover in the Marketplace forum... what should a politician do when confronted with an apron-wearing woman?
I suspect the answers will be varied!
You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands - You shall be happy and it shall be well with you. -Psalm 128.2
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| junkjunkie |
Posted - Jun 28 2007 : 10:48:24 AM
It's hard to add to all that was said in previous posts, but aprons bring you back to a slower,easier way of life, before all the technology that comes at you fast and furious. In fact, I just bought a few on Etsy, two are new, and two are vintage. I'm not a real cook, and being I just cook for myself, I get a little lazy. The aprons are charming and bring a smile to my face. When I was a kid, I never paid any attention to them, but now I can appreciate what aprons are really about. I might be starting a new collection! lol!
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| cinnamongirl |
Posted - Jun 28 2007 : 10:43:59 AM
A home of love and nurturing. A very strong women taking charge! |
| queenofdreamsz4u |
Posted - Jun 28 2007 : 10:20:36 AM
The politician that has an apron wearing woman approach them better be prepared to answer a strong, steadfast woman who is rocking through the ages and knows exactly what's she's looking for!
I believe that the apron somehow represents the woman with all the qualities mentioned above along with also bringing a gentleness, caring, nurturing and powerful presense to the forefront. After all, I believe most women remember a woman of influence in their lives that also wore an apron 
Peace, Stephanie
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com
A Creative Journey
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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| theknottysheep |
Posted - Jun 28 2007 : 10:15:29 AM
Hi Everyone ... Here is another interpretation:
A - Apple Pie
P - Preparedness
R - Resiliency
O - Origins
N - No Nonsense
hugs,
Kary
http://sheepatthebeachartstudio.blogspot.com |
| Alee |
Posted - Jun 28 2007 : 09:30:13 AM
bumping topic
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for tying, one hand to hold Nora! |
| Libbie |
Posted - Jun 08 2007 : 06:25:22 AM
A "power apron!!!" That's too good! I love the acronym, too, jpbluesky...
A - Always ready to help
P - Prepared to handle life's messiest moments!
R -
O -
N -
XOXO, Libbie
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| Pearlsnjeans |
Posted - Jun 07 2007 : 4:05:09 PM
I liked what MaryJane said in "Artists in Aprons". If men can wear power ties, her symbol of professional power can be an apron. I interpret this as "women can wear power aprons". Although an apron might be out of place where I work, it might be kinda fun to show up wearing an apron one day! Aprons represent hard work and warmth. That's how I remember my grandmothers and my mother.
[size=1]who says Farmgirls aren't elegant[/size+1] |
| jpbluesky |
Posted - Jun 07 2007 : 11:15:44 AM
I wrote an article for the MJF Apron issue, and I said that a woman wearing an apron is not afraid to delve in up to her elbows, but not at the expense of her favorite skirt! Or something like that! Anyway, I love the acronym for apron in the emails above.
Let's do it again! I'll start....
A - Always ready to help
P -
R -
O -
N -
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
| Carol Sue |
Posted - Jun 06 2007 : 11:51:37 PM
What a wonderful read ladies. When I was really small, about 4 is when I remember my Grandma wearing her apron. She moved off her small farm and I don't remember her wearing them after that. Who wears one mostly in my household is my honey, my dh. He loves baking bread and beats me hands down. He does artisain and has a old sourdough that he keeps going. He lost his 8 year old one because our frigde died!!!!! He started another and it is 5 years old. He puts one on and away he goes. The granddaughters come down and throw theirs own to help Papa. They are 5 and 7.
I have been wearing them more in the last year. I love wearing mine and making them. It is great fun. Reminds me of laughter.
Carol Sue
Life is short, enjoy every moment. |
| Libbie |
Posted - Jun 06 2007 : 10:52:47 PM
I have loved reading these bits from all of you. What it makes me think of is that when I'm wearing my apron, I'm wearing a symbol of the "sisterhood" we have here. I love it - I love knowing I'm connected somehow to farmgirls from all walks of life, and it's a real, fun, good, safe feeling.
XOXO, Libbie
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| Firemama |
Posted - Jun 04 2007 : 09:46:56 AM
For me I never saw anywone wearing an apron, I have just had a starnge connection/facination with them for a while now, even more so now since joining MJs. But I wear mine every day, it symbolizes unity, steadfastness,boldness, (since I am only 27 none of my GFs wear them, and look at me like I am crazy). I like to stand out in a day when everyone thinks of the younger generation as unconnected to the past. I dont know much but I know I love my apron!
Mommy to 2
Your FreckleFaced Farm Girl!!
Help when you can, Pray when you can't. |
| windypines |
Posted - Jun 04 2007 : 04:57:27 AM
You girls have wrote such elegant things. I wear my aprons proudly, and have for most of my married life. Working on 22 years. For me it is to keep clean. I always manage to spill or splash, and make a mess. Trying to do to many things in a day. I wear mine proudly, showing I am a hard working stay at home mom. Now I take it off working outside-on the farm. You never know what your clothes will be like, even if you are running out to close a gate!!! Michele |
| synapases |
Posted - Jun 03 2007 : 8:20:30 PM
i wear an apron when i working arounf the house or garden. i especially like an apron which covers from my neck to knees. i'm a nurse, and wish we would still use them as part of our uniforms.
the extra pockets and cover would be very convienent.
farmgirl at heart
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| CabinCreek-Kentucky |
Posted - May 25 2007 : 7:31:35 PM
aprons mean 'a happy childhood' .. with my sweet 'nanny' wearing one!
True Friends, Frannie
CABIN CREEK FARM
KENTUCKY
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| Peg Graham |
Posted - May 21 2007 : 5:59:11 PM
Wearing an apron to me means you understand and can wrap your arms around being a 'Domestic Goddess'...a care giver, a home maker, a provider in many ways...and you know a little dirt never hurt!
My Mother always wore (and still wears) an apron when she cooked, canned, baked and she wore a Gardener's Smock, knee pads, garden gloves and garden shoes when she tended her gardens.
An Apron is a symbol of the sweet life remembered and appreciated.
miles of smiles~
Peg |
| synapases |
Posted - May 21 2007 : 5:05:52 PM
to me, wearing an apron means being serious about preparing good food for the consumption by your family and loved ones. the sweetest sight to me is of my husband proudly wearing my flowered apron to barbecue food on the grill. he's truely proud to be a housedaddy.
farmgirl at heart
my cause: afghans for afghans |
| kitchensqueen |
Posted - May 14 2007 : 1:34:51 PM
For me, wearing an apron makes me feel feminine and like a good provider. I feel secure and peaceful in my apron. I usually only wear one when I'm baking, preserving or gardening, taking my time to do them well and with care.
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| a rose |
Posted - May 14 2007 : 12:34:11 PM
An a apron reminds me of sunshine, fresh smelling clothes on the line, the smell of something baking in the oven, and wiping spilled tears from a childs eyes.
Remember me as a rose. |
| Bee Haven Maven |
Posted - May 13 2007 : 12:12:12 PM
I love my aprons...ones that I have made and ones that I have bought. The purchased ones come from antique shops, etc. and when I wear them I try to imagine the woman who wore it before me and the types of things that she did in that apron. I agree with Sweet Proserpina....it puts me in touch with those women who have worn aprons thru the ages....and those who wear them now. In my mind it stands for strength and tenderness. I want my grandchildren (someday) to always think of me when they see an apron....just as I think of my own Nana.
Keep Smiling.....Bev
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| levisgrammy |
Posted - May 13 2007 : 09:18:19 AM
Grace,
Thanks, I guess you checked out my blog?
That apron was made by my swap partner, Bonnie. (beemoosie)
I just love it. Wore it to a luncheon yesterday and had great fun! |
| _Rebecca_ |
Posted - May 13 2007 : 07:07:53 AM
Ronna, Yes, I am hearing you about the scarves!!! My mother always insisted I wear one in cold damp weather. I insist the same for my daughter and she likes it!!! I think she just eats it up. I was such a turkey child. : )
.·:*¨¨* :·.Rebecca.·:*¨¨* :·. |
| Horseyrider |
Posted - May 13 2007 : 05:00:34 AM
I rarely put mine on unless I'm going to fry bacon or make a really huge kitchen mess. My grandmother was a very proper lady who had a housekeeper and staff, and she rarely wore an apron even though she had a degree in Home Economics (got it in the early 20's). When she did put one on, she wore the kind that covers your whole front, and it was usually to make oatmeal for us before Pearl (the cook/housekeeper) was up. My mother, on the other hand, wore the kind that just goes around your waist. She had a few frilly party ones. I do have one red and white striped one that was hers. I don't wear it; I just keep it. It makes me happy to see it, even though I have no memory of ever seeing her in it. Mom gave up aprons in the sixties or seventies.
For me, they don't have quite the nostalgia they do for some of you. They're delightfully utilitarian, though. I have a springy one with cherries on it, and a fall/winter one in a toasty tan with cabbage roses on it. They cover my whole front, because when I'm cooking bacon, the popping hits my shirt, not my thighs. Most of the time I forget to even put it on, because I'm in and out of the house a gazillion times. I'll be out in the barn or the garden, check my watch and run in to punch down bread, and then go back out. Outside they seem too long to do much more than get in the way. And to me, they look vaguely funny over jeans. But I do wear them (looking funny and all) when I have to flour a surface and roll dough. It keeps that white stratus cloud from appearing right about waist high.
Hmmm, I think I'll go put the horses out on grass and come back in and make scones. That's an apron thing because sometimes I cut them with a biscuit cutter. 
Interesting thread! |
| UrbanChick |
Posted - May 12 2007 : 7:10:16 PM
My apron symbolizes my important place in my household. As mom, caretaker, worker and it is my uniform that I wear. I love my aprons and they always make me smile when I do housework. It lightens my load with extra pockets and a place to wipe wet hands. I answered the door the other day with my apron on when the contractors were working on my new front porch and the contractor had a big smile on his face and said it reminded him of his mom when she would answer the door with a fresh clean apron on. It was nice to hear that.
"Courage dosen't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying: I will try again tomorrow." |
| katmom |
Posted - May 12 2007 : 11:12:38 AM
*Denise*,
by-the-by, I luv UR green & yellow lemon motif apron....it is so summer....makes me want to hop the neighbors fence & sneak over to her lemon tree & pilfer an apron full of lemmons....oh wait, she's always telling me to come over & bring a bag....but somehow sneaking over the fence sounds like fun mischief....tee hee!
tata-4-now
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
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| katmom |
Posted - May 12 2007 : 11:06:52 AM
I so agree,
Something as simple as an apron, whether it is handmade or store bought, used for a formal coctail party in the '60's or bread making in the the '40's.....race or religion was not a factor.
This simple object had & still has many uses.....but best of all (for me) is it's use to bring back sweet memories. And for that I am ever so greatful.
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
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