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Reading Room:  A is for Apron  |
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shepherdgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1008 Posts
Tracy
California
USA
1008 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 14 2008 : 9:17:55 PM
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Anyone read this book yet? I just got it yesterday. I ordered it from my book club a week or two ago. It's a cute book. I was just wondering what you all thought about it and if anybody has made any of the patterns out of it. ~~~ Tracy 
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. ~~ George Carlin |
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Firemama
True Blue Farmgirl
1731 Posts
Amanda
Medical Lake
WA
USA
1731 Posts |
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FarmGirl~K
True Blue Farmgirl
512 Posts
Kelly
TX
USA
512 Posts |
Posted - Aug 15 2008 : 11:39:42 AM
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I just got this book too. I haven't made anything yet though. I am still new to sewing & haven't taken the plunge on making something larger from a pattern yet. (I tried to make a tote & I did ok, but one part was totally messed up.  ) I think I think too much @ it instead of just reading it the way it says and doing it. I really like they way the book is laid out & all the vintage aprons in there. Would have liked to try some of those! It is my goal to sew something this year.
"I have an irrepressible desire to live till I can be assured that the world is a little better for my having lived in it."
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shepherdgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1008 Posts
Tracy
California
USA
1008 Posts |
Posted - Aug 15 2008 : 12:13:07 PM
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You can do it Kelly! I'm not the greatest sew-er in the world either, but I do ok. I actually don't even READ the pattern directions-- for some reason they just don't make any sense to me! I DO look at the pictures though, and that really helps. I have made ALL KINDS of things (right down to a Wedding dress! Why? Just to see if I COULD!). My thing with sewing is that I HATE using a sewing machine!!! I know that sounds silly, but I really do HATE them!! I prefer to sew by hand. For ME it's very theraputic, but I CAN use a machine when I have to. (making curtains is one of those "Have to" things. I'll never make THOSE by hand AGAIN! LOL)
Amanda-- It is a REALLY cute book! I was so excited to get it. There are some REALLY CUTE aprons I'd like to make out of it, but I will have to take it to a photocopy shop and have THEM enlarge the patterns for me. I am soooo not "technilogically savvy." I just hope it doesn't COST a small fortune!
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. ~~ George Carlin |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Dec 16 2008 : 8:17:33 PM
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I got this book too. Love it. I tried to enlarge a pattern for one I want to make my daughter. It took a while and A LOT of tape, but I think it is ok. Staples would charge like $20 to make an enlargment, and it would still have to be pieced by them. I'm too cheap!
My quilting and life blog!!
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Dec 16 2008 : 9:04:19 PM
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ooh Ive never heard of it! What am I missing???
hugs
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work You don't give up.
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shepherdgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1008 Posts
Tracy
California
USA
1008 Posts |
Posted - Dec 16 2008 : 10:03:29 PM
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Hi Jessie! Well, the book is tucked away in a cupboard right now-- along with all my OTHER sewing and craft books, so I haven't tried any of the patterns yet. It's kind of neat. Shows some vintage aprons, tells a little about each and how the "new" ones are created. If you love aprons, you might want to check it out. ~~~HUGS~~~ Tracy
PS: Got your letter and CUTE christmas card yesterday!!! (LOVE that dog!!!) Yours will be on their way shortly! HUGS! HUGS! HUGS!!!
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. ~~ George Carlin |
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Laura Marie
True Blue Farmgirl
419 Posts
Laura
Rancho Cordova
California
USA
419 Posts |
Posted - Dec 16 2008 : 10:56:14 PM
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I have it, haven't used it yet, but can't wait to use it. I've been so busy that it's impossible to do everything that I would like to do!
Laura Marie #369
lauramariedesign.com
"It's not the size of the farm but the size of your heart!" |
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graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Dec 19 2008 : 7:49:38 PM
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Mine is tucked away too - waiting for after Christmas, I have fabric picked out for at least half the patterns too....
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without" |
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
4208 Posts |
Posted - Dec 19 2008 : 9:39:08 PM
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ooh sounds like just my kinda book. I will have to look into it!
hugs!
P.S. Tracy, thought it was about due time for a letter.I'm such a lousy penpal lately, but I try to be good. can I get an E for effort anyways?.lol ;)
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work You don't give up.
Stop by my blog for a visit www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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shepherdgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1008 Posts
Tracy
California
USA
1008 Posts |
Posted - Dec 20 2008 : 09:17:54 AM
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You are NOT a lousy pen pal Jessie! I think I owe you a few letters to match the number you've sent me! You deserve an A+ for your effort. I get a C- at best.... (LOL!) A return letter is currently in the works and will be sent to you shortly. (I hope.. HA! HA! HA!) ~~~ HUGS ~~~ Tracy
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. ~~ George Carlin |
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barnagainkristin
True Blue Farmgirl
465 Posts
Kristin
Utah
USA
465 Posts |
Posted - Dec 20 2008 : 8:02:54 PM
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Hi Girls,
I bought the book last week and was so excited to start making an apron for my daughter for Christmas. I took the pattern for the Lorelei apron to kinkos and had it copied for only $3.00. I either did something wrong or the pattern is wrong. It says you only need 1/4 yard of fabric for the contrasting neck and pocket fabric. I purchased all the fabric and notions but no matter how I lay it out 1/4 yard is not enough for those 2 pieces. I haven't had time to look online to see if there is a correction anywhere. After being frustrated I did what my grandma would have done and went to my stash to find a fat quarter of fabric that would match. Now instead of 2 fabrics it has 3 but it makes it look even more vintage. Hope no one else has this problem with any of the patterns they try. Happy Sewing,
barnagainkristin
"Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves." John Muir |
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shepherdgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1008 Posts
Tracy
California
USA
1008 Posts |
Posted - Dec 21 2008 : 9:57:02 PM
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So Glad you pointed that out Kristin. I'll have to make a note of it in my book so I don't make the same mistake.
I ALWAYS buy more fabric than the patterns call for--- just 'cause I'm afraid I will mess up a piece when I'm cutting, or-- just as you say-- the fabric amounts are off. You can always get away with MORE fabric than you need, but you can't stretch the fabric to make more than you've got!! Can you post a picture of the Apron? We'd all LOVE to see it. ~~Tracy
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. ~~ George Carlin |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Dec 31 2008 : 1:57:38 PM
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believe it or not, most of the patterns for this book are online on the website that has 50 new free apron patterns. (google "free apron patterns" and it is the one that has the new patterns on it.) It's exactly like the book. You will have to look through some of links though. I think the Lorelei one is on there, as are at least 5 or 6 others.
My quilting and life blog!!
http://downtoearthliving.blogspot.com/ |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
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homemom
True Blue Farmgirl
1593 Posts
Ruth
Warwick
RI
USA
1593 Posts |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Dec 31 2008 : 2:48:11 PM
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It is a good little book! Like I said, the patterns for quite a few are online too. The one I want to make my daughter is online. I'll see if I ever get to it! :)
My quilting and life blog!!
http://downtoearthliving.blogspot.com/ |
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JenniferJuniper
True Blue Farmgirl
359 Posts
Jennifer
New Hampshire
USA
359 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2009 : 06:06:22 AM
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I got this last summer and there are some really cute patterns; my fave is a pinafore/smock apron that can be worn also as a top over a tank or tee. There is a cute frou-frou Marie Anoinette style that I could imagine Lucille Ball wearing for a cocktail party. Some aprons photographed in the book were made from Amy Butler fabrics, which I adore and they look too cute.
I had the patterns enlarged at Kinko's on their big blueprint copier for around $4. I have not had a problem w/yardage, but I also always buy extra to have leftovers to make yo-yo's.
Farmgirl Sister #204 |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jan 02 2009 : 07:26:57 AM
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kinkos is about 40 minutes from me. I think I will just bring the entire book with me and make them all when I am there. I just love most of the aprons in that book and have been collecting fabric for about 2 years that is all earmarked for aprons. That would be fun...aprons for months of fun sewing.
My quilting and life blog!!
http://downtoearthliving.blogspot.com/ |
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shepherdgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1008 Posts
Tracy
California
USA
1008 Posts |
Posted - Jan 07 2009 : 12:34:36 AM
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I'm such a scatter brained sew-er!!! I have half sewn projects ALL OVER the house!! I have an apron started, pj's that were SUPPOSED to be a christmas presant for my youngest son, dolls, quilts (I think there are FIVE of them started-- my FIRST one about 7yrs ago!!!), doll clothes, a nearly finsished wedding dress... (WHY? I have NO idea, just wanted to see if I could do it I guess) teddy bears that just need their arms and legs hand sewed on... sigh.... I guess my new years resolution SHOULD be to finish all those half finished projects!!!
Oh, and as for fabric... I have about 12 or 13 totes (and probably MORE stuffed in bags and boxes) of just about every kind of fabric ever MADE!!! Lately, I buy it for the sole purpose of making APRONS!!!! tsk! tsk!
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. ~~ George Carlin |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jan 07 2009 : 6:47:33 PM
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Tracy: Join the club! I have tons of "started" projects all over the place too. Then I move on to something that interests me more, and put the old ones away. Sometimes years later I go through my stuff and finish the old projects. They seem new to me again then!
My quilting and life blog!!
http://downtoearthliving.blogspot.com/ |
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katie-ell
True Blue Farmgirl
1818 Posts
Katie
Illinois
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Posted - Jan 07 2009 : 6:57:46 PM
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I'm so excited -- found the A is for Apron book via my library -- will be getting it through interlibrary loan. Always need more inspiration for sewing!!
www.youaretoocreative.blogspot.com |
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barnagainkristin
True Blue Farmgirl
465 Posts
Kristin
Utah
USA
465 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2009 : 5:32:03 PM
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As for posting a picture of my apron I have joined the UFO club(unfinished objects). When I came to the part where you stitch the rick rack along the neckline my machine gave out on me. I think the combination of thick rick rack, bias tape and fabric were just too thick for my inexpensive sewing machine. After breaking 2 needles and saying some not so good words I put it away and haven't wanted to sew since. I will get going again soon on another project and hope to finish that one with a new pack of needles I bought but I think I just got projected out after Christmas. Needless to say my daughter didn't get her apron for Christmas. Better luck to you all and happy apron sewing.
barnagainkristin
"Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves." John Muir |
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5 acre Farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1007 Posts
~~~*Terri*~~~
WA.
USA
1007 Posts |
Posted - Jan 11 2009 : 9:43:09 PM
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Once a "patternista", always a "patternista"!!!! LOL!!
Farmgirl Sister #368
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http://thecontentedwoman.blogspot.com
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shepherdgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1008 Posts
Tracy
California
USA
1008 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2009 : 09:50:23 AM
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Oh how well I know the FRUSTRATION of an UNcooperative machine Kristin!!! My sewing maching is a Singer Schooling machine. It will sew ANY kind of fabric from silk to heavy duty demin and leather. My husband bought it for me for Christmas many moons ago. It's a GOOD machine (and wasn't CHEAP either!), but there is something up with the bobbin part of it.
Sometimes, just when I'm on a roll and VERY enthusiastic about my project-- the bobbin goes haywire. It starts to go "Clink-clink-clink" and I have to stop and pull the fabric out of the machine. The FRONT side stitching looks fine, but on the backside-- what a MESS! It looks like a huge RATS NEST! I have to rip it all out and fix the bobbin holder, then re-sew the seams. By the second or third time that happens, my enthusiasm has taken quite a beating. I think that's why I have so MANY UFO's!!! In all honesty, I HATE using a sewing machine. I prefer to stitch things by hand-- though some projects take FOREVER to do that way!!! ~~~ Tracy
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. ~~ George Carlin |
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