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| grace gerber |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 06:36:27 AM
Good Morning Ladies
I have spent hours on ebay and such to find that perfect apron pattern for my vintage fabric - If you would be so kind as to let me know your favorite one and why - I have several which I hte the way the straps wont stay put or you have to be double jointed to get it on - you know that type??
I do not wish to add to your workload but I have way too much fabric just sitting there crying out to be used...
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| grace gerber |
Posted - Oct 24 2008 : 11:05:13 AM
Hi Terri
do you have a picture of it??? I have purchased three vintage patterns and have not cut any yet so I am still open to changes... No like I do not have a ton of fabric so I can experiment but I love options.
Thanks
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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| 5 acre Farmgirl |
Posted - Oct 24 2008 : 08:49:53 AM
My favortie pattern is one called
Old fashioned apron"...you are covered from neck to toe(if desired), it has no waist, and does not tie around the neck,I really dont care for those that have a waist, nor tie around the neck...
Farmgirl Sister #368
http://froccsfrillsfurbiloesandmore.blogspot.com
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| 5 acre Farmgirl |
Posted - Sep 22 2008 : 3:35:39 PM
Yes, Grace...It did it all on its own, now I dont know what to do...I can get into it with my Oh...whatchamacallit....code, no, what is the word?...OH!...I cannot remember....
anyhows, I can get into it, just noone else can....I wish I were computer literate, but, alas, I am not....
Can you halp me?
Farmgirls are Farmgirls no matter where or how we live.....we can't help it! ;)
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| clux64 |
Posted - Sep 22 2008 : 07:36:53 AM
I've become addicted to aprons as well. I only have two working aprons in my collection so far...but TONS of patterns. I'm trying to figure out a way to incorporate an apron 'look' into my wardrobe.
Celeste
"No matter where you go, there you are"
--Confucious
www.urbanprairiehome.blogspot.com
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| grace gerber |
Posted - Sep 22 2008 : 07:19:36 AM
Did you know your blogsite is saying that it moved? Did it do it without you?
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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| 5 acre Farmgirl |
Posted - Sep 22 2008 : 12:21:18 AM
I just love this thread, the "Apron" bug has me also....I must collect every pattern pattern I see, and then some.....have found lots a thrift stores and just found someones OLD apron at the last thrift store I was at this last weekend..now, I am trying to get them in some shops that carry clothing that I have some other undergarments at....Oh what do I do?>>>>LOL!!!
Farmgirls are Farmgirls no matter where or how we live.....
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| Summerstead |
Posted - Sep 21 2008 : 8:36:38 PM
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Originally posted by grace gerber
Heather I was looking at that pattern all night on the web - how did it sew up? Does it have clean seams? I have a serger but would like a finished inside look without having to dig out the serger. I also looked at the Lola apron - know nothing about the company - found it on etsy but not much info - do you have the pattern? If so, what do you think of it?
Grace,
I used the McCall's pattern for a swap, and LOVED it! It has a very clean finish, no serger necessary. You sew the pieces wrong sides together, then the double fold bias tape covers the seams.
I'm in love with the Lola apron, but don't have that pattern yet. I do have a couple of other patterns (Emmaline apron & Gnome messenger bag) that Meg has created (her blog is at www.sewliberated.typepad.com), and they are very nice.
*Heather*
www.summerstead.blogspot.com
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| yarnmamma |
Posted - Sep 21 2008 : 06:39:45 AM
I love that Lola apron! I wouldn't make the neck straps that wide and I'd make them to tie. Neck straps are tied to fit and then you leave them tied to pull over your head after that. I also have the other pattern that Heather posted. It's a good pattern, lots of variety. I made the half apron with the scalloped edge. I always enlarge pockets for any apron I make. I like 2 big pockets on everything. I just made an apron with no pattern...just half apron by pleating by hand every few inches at the waist. The a ruffle is pleated also on the bottom. I'll try to show a pic. Sometimes I piece different fabrics to give the quilt look. Handmade bias of a different print works good on an apron too.
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| graciegreeneyes |
Posted - Sep 20 2008 : 5:46:19 PM
I made the Emmeline too - I loved it, but gave it as a gift so now I have to make another one. Oh darn:)
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without" |
| horse |
Posted - Sep 19 2008 : 6:55:01 PM
Ilove the apron that is made from vintage tablecloths. I bought a tablecloth just so I could make one.
Laura
Farmgirl Sister #354
www.2lmzfarms.blogspot.com |
| Bonne |
Posted - Sep 19 2008 : 5:59:41 PM
Celeste, the "Emeline" is ADORABLE!!!
 http://bonne1313.blogspot.com/ BLOG
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| clux64 |
Posted - Sep 19 2008 : 5:20:34 PM
I have one apron that is basically a big rectangle that ties across one shoulder and in the back...it's kind of avante guard, looks GREAT with a turtle neck and jeans, and really covers you so it's super practical. It's called a Tamari apron and Really easy to make www.sewingworkshop.com/index.php/action/item/id/78/prevaction/category/previd/1/prevstart/36/
This is my new favorite pattern...but I haven't made one yet. I think it's kind of sexy, if an apron can be that. It's the Emeline apron sewing pattern on www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=15398585&ref=vt_other_2
Celeste
"No matter where you go, there you are"
--Confucious
www.urbanprairiehome.blogspot.com
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| oldfashioned girl |
Posted - Sep 19 2008 : 4:22:37 PM
Grace, I am sorry I didn't get the picture on yet! I ended up having to take Isaiah to the emergency room fro his eye because I can't get him into the doctor until next week! It turned out that he did have pink eye!! I will try to get a pic on tonight!
Monica
farmgirls rule!
www.justducky48.etsy.com |
| grace gerber |
Posted - Sep 19 2008 : 12:59:54 PM
Shelba we are thinking alike. I have that one on the list I am making - loved that is was one yard, reversible and had finished look. It gave me a ton of ideas for pockets and ties. Glad someone mentioned this one...
Bonnie I will go back thru the older posts - I started there and my eyes began to cross and my butt fell asleep while trying to read all the listings but that was also the same day the billy plowed my into the metal barn so I was not feeling 100%.
I really appreciate everyone help on this - This morning when I could not sleep I went down and started ironing fabric to get ready to start cutting - I guess I have to get the patterns first but BOY AM I GOING TO BE READY!
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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| Shelba |
Posted - Sep 19 2008 : 08:13:35 AM
The Paisley Pincushion in Oregon has a reversible apron pattern my family and friends love to receive. It's one yard each of two coordinating fabrics. You but a big pocket in the belly area so nothing soaks through and there's a place for potholders and other things you pick up, and a pocket in the chest area for your reading glasses. The tie goes through a casing, around your neck, and is long enough to cris-cross in back and tie in front. You could adapt a plain cobbler apron pattern you create to include these features, too. I would take a photo, but the ones I have are either dirty or wrapped for giving.
Take care, Shelba |
| grace gerber |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 10:01:00 PM
Thanks Monica - I can not get over that I won something.
Amy Grace thanks for the two sites - I found a couple of winners at the rubyjane site. Oh My now I am apron crazy - mind is spinning with all kinds of ideas.
Better go to bed before I sit again for hours looking at aprons.
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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| Bonne |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 9:22:09 PM
Grace, if you've some time to kill, go back to the original "apron sew-a-long" thread from last year and skim through the posts with pictures. http://www.maryjanesfarm.org/snitz/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=10531
There are many pattern ideas and tips as we shared the aprons we were sewing.
http://bonne1313.blogspot.com/ BLOG
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| oldfashioned girl |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 8:46:33 PM
Grace, congrats on your win!!! I am happy for you!
Monica
farmgirls rule!
www.justducky48.etsy.com |
| graciegreeneyes |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 7:40:01 PM
There is a pattern company called The Paisley Pincushion that has some really cute vintage-style aprons. Also, Sew Liberated has a couple cute ones.
www.reprodepot.com and www.rubyjane.com both have some good apron patterns
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without" |
| electricdunce |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 3:20:35 PM
Marian, Jenny, thanks for posting the apron sites. What fun! I keep thinking I will get an apron made one of these days, and it is so nice to look at some finished ones, and possibilities for later...
Karin
Farmgirl Sister #153
"Give me shelter from the storm" - Bob Dylan
http://moodranch.blogspot.com
http://domesticnonsense.etsy.com |
| grace gerber |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 3:11:22 PM
 Guess What??
I won an auction on Ebay - first time ever and I got a 1952 Vintage Cobbler Apron - McCalls 1713 for $.99 cents - WOW the universe is for once on my side. Now I have to sit and wait for it to get here - Now I also have to decide which fabric to use - I only have about 600 to pick from, maybe I need to go fabric shopping?? Silly me, take a breath, go clean the barn!
Don't stop sharing pattern ideas with me - I still have tons of fabric that need to be made into something usefull.
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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| grace gerber |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 2:57:36 PM
Jenny thanks for sharing that site - found several that I would love and the funniest thing was the book "A is for Apron" I have but let a friend use it and completely forgot about it. I called her and asked if I could have it back - 6 months is long enough. The old gray cells are failing - I thought I had more patterns on aprons - but I think I am still going to add a couple of the ones you gals have mentioned.
I knew you would point me in the right directions - hope it is also getting others to be in the mood for aprons.
Grace Gerber
Larkspur Funny Farm and Fiber Art Studio
Where the spirits are high and the fiber is deep
http://www.larkspurfunnyfarm.etsy.com
http://larkspurfunnyfarm.blogspot.com
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| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 2:39:50 PM
at www.thecalicocat.com/patterns-apron.htm there is one called the 1940's pattern. My favorite for sure.
Jenny in Utah
Proud Farmgirl sister #24
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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| gramadinah |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 1:39:51 PM
I took the pattern for the apron out of MJ Sept/Oct mag and had it inlarged. One of the first copies to come out was I think was at 200% fits my grandaughter really well.
She looks so cute. If she would slow down long enough maybe I could get a non fuzzy picture.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
| eskimobirdlady |
Posted - Sep 18 2008 : 12:17:57 PM
my personal fav is a bib type that has a loop to slip over your head and ties at the waist. of course it has nice roomy pockets too *grin* when my sis was pregnant i made it with just a little idifference. instead of attaching the ties to the waist i simply put small loops there and made the straps come off the bib (instead of the loop) extra long so that it could "grow" with her. she uses it still 20 some odd years later! i will see if she happens to have a pic of it that i can show you. peace connie in alaska |
