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Across the Fence:  Crochet Apron  |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17347 Posts |
 Posted - Jun 27 2025 : 8:37:37 PM
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Hubby and I did a little junktiquing the other day and Lookie what I found,,,
A crochet apron,, this makes my 3rd crochet apron in my collection.
It’s hard to see the tiny stitches but I am in awe of the person who did all this work.
It even has a little pocket. (I tucked a wee lavender sachet in the pocket.
So it got me to thinking, what was my 1st apron…
Here is my story.. my beloved Oma, had an apron made from strips of trim.. yards and yards and yards! ( it’s well over 75 years old)
I so loved it that when she passed away, my mother kept the apron for years and just before I got married , mom gave the apron to me and it stayed in my Hope chest.
I never wore it for cooking , it was more of a decorative apron to be worn with a Dirndl dress.
So, what is your apron story?
To make this fun and interesting, I gathered up 2 yards of fabric and a apron pattern.
I will keep this post active for 2 weeks, enough time for everyone who would like, to share their 1st or favorite apron story.
After the 2 weeks I will put all participants names in my hubby’s baseball cap and let him draw a name… and I will announce the winner and get the fabric and pattern into the mail.
It’s that easy… I look forward to reading your story.
Remember July 9th is the last day to share your story.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Edited by - katmom on Jul 06 2025 11:06:55 PM |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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MBurns
True Blue Farmgirl
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Marlene
Swisher
IA
USA
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Posted - Jun 28 2025 : 07:01:41 AM
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A real family treasure
Farmgirl friends are fun. Farmgirl of the month 8/2016 and 9/2019
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jun 28 2025 : 8:20:40 PM
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It is truly sweet. I hand laundered it and rinsed it in lavender water. It smells so clean and fresh now.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
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Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Jun 29 2025 : 04:32:28 AM
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Such a work of art you found, Grace. I have worn aprons all my married life, 40 years this year. I really don't recall my first apron. I do have a Christmas half apron my ma had made, and the child size one that was for my sisters or myself. Us three girls would of all had an apron, all made to match. I am a messy cook, so the apron saves the clothes I am wearing, haha.
I think one of the first things I made for 4-H dress revue, was either an apron or a skirt. Memories.
Farming in WI
Michele
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Wanda Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
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Wanda
Murrells Inlet
SC
USA
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Posted - Jun 29 2025 : 04:56:52 AM
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Wow Grace, that is so beautiful,I have never seen a crotchet apron. My grandmother is the only woman I ever saw wear an apron. She had two daughters, so I’m pretty sure they inherited her aprons. . Since joining MJF I have been collecting them when I find in thrift stores.
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
Farmgirl of the Month: Aug/2022
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
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Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
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Posted - Jun 29 2025 : 9:24:54 PM
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Grace, I NEED to come looking with you!! :) What a great find!
I have a small collection of aprons. I didn’t start using them until about 8 or 9 years ago. Now I use them all the time. I don’t remember what my first apron was but I’m sure it was from a thrift store! I love items that tell a story. I think aprons do that so well because of the wear and tear they receive. I have a few aprons from thrift stores or antique stores, a few from MJF swaps, and one that my daughter made me. Some hang in my kitchen, others hang on my back door. :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Jun 30 2025 : 3:24:24 PM
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Grace, that is a stunning apron. That took someone quite a long time to make. You are always finding the best things. Enjoy your new apron.
Krista
Farmgirl Sister #528
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
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Posted - Jun 30 2025 : 4:39:19 PM
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I have 3 or 4 crocheeted aprons, but none are as complex as the one you just found. Beautiful work.
I will try to find them and take a picture. I think at least 2 of mine are the exact same pattern; one if red and white and one is purple and white.
Farmgirl hugs,
Linda
Terrell, TX
Farm girl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month
August 2015, April 2017 and June 2023
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jun 30 2025 : 6:33:57 PM
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I love all aprons, handmade, hand crochet, store bought.. but my all time favorite aprons are those Dime-store terry/towel-cloth aprons printed with some have silly sayings like,
"I Hate Housework", or florals or Christmas themed aprons..
I found one terry cloth apron at a Thrift, and in the pocket was a little Christmas gift tag, "From Marge to Alice, Merry Christmas"... I guess Alice never used it :>)
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
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Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Jul 01 2025 : 8:08:33 PM
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That's an amazing apron! I don't have any crocheted aprons in my collection. I might have to see about a pattern... And that's so funny that you found the gift tag in the pocket of an apron. I wish I had a wonderful story of my first apron or a wonderful family member's apron that was passed on to me. But sadly, no one in my family wore aprons. I can't say for sure, but I think my first apron was a John Deere apron shortly after I was married and I was hooked! I wear them all the time now. I also make aprons for everyone, especially Christmas aprons :)
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 03 2025 : 2:25:54 PM
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I have to laugh,, making quick aprons is my ‘go-to gift’, idea/project… that or dish towels..
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
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USA
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Posted - Jul 03 2025 : 10:26:11 PM
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I have to laugh,, making quick aprons is my ‘go-to gift’, idea/project… that or dish towels..
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17347 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 07 2025 : 8:38:56 PM
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2 more days to share your apron stories...
Happy Monday :>)
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Wanda Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
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Wanda
Murrells Inlet
SC
USA
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Posted - Jul 08 2025 : 06:10:10 AM
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Wellll…..I downloaded Mary Jane’s apron pattern, took it to a printer, had it enlarged to size, bought fabric…..5 years ago!!
Still waiting on the courage to begin, that’s the way I roll.
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Farm Girl #3677
Farmgirl of the Month: Aug/2022
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 08 2025 : 1:20:12 PM
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Oh Wanda,, you are not alone! you should see all the patterns and fabrics I pull out, let sit on the craft table and then a week
later put it all back on the shelf!! lololol!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 09 2025 : 11:46:29 AM
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I will have hubby draw out a name tonight and I will post it tomorrow morning..
Gotta love aprons…
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Edited by - katmom on Jul 09 2025 11:47:00 AM |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 09 2025 : 10:42:25 PM
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Whoot Whoot,, hubby accidentally pulled 2 slips of paper out, so he read the 1st name… Heather,,, and the 2nd name is Michele.. sew… Heather the / your Apron pattern and fabric will be heading to the P.O., on Friday… and Michele, I have a wee surprise coming your way Too
Hugz and hope you will have fun and be sure to post pics.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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Edited by - katmom on Jul 09 2025 10:46:40 PM |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Jul 11 2025 : 1:17:58 PM
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Congrats ladies! Heather, I can't wait to see the apron you make!
Krista
Farmgirl Sister #528
Farmgirl Of The Year 2025 |
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3407 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Jul 12 2025 : 12:36:18 PM
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How exciting! Thank you, Grace!!!
Krista - I can't wait to see it too LOL!
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17347 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17347 Posts |
Posted - Jul 12 2025 : 7:41:42 PM
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Heather, your package should arrive on the 14th.. fingers crossed.
and
Michele yours also is due on the 14th.
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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