Tuesday, June 2, 2009

My First Apron

Here it is, the first ever apron by me ;) This was my first time to use a sewing pattern and it was a pretty good experience. The apron design is by Tanya and Linda Whelan, called the Stella Apron, "Guaranteed to Make You Feel Cute While Baking a Pie". I love it! I'm ready to start another one so I can get these in the shop!

My only "Blah!" moment was using bias tape. I had never worked with bias tape before and the directions were tricky...even though I have bound many quilts. I found it to be really tricky when trying to get an even fold over and topstitch. Do you have a bias tape trick or recommendation? I'd love to hear it!

Now, all I need is a cutie model to wear my apron so I can get a good picture. I don't think Titus is up for the challenge...he's grumpy....and too short ;)






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14 comments:

  1. RosaMaríaJune 2, 2009 at 12:32 PM

    hi Ariel!!
    is a beutiful apron. i love the fabric you choose!! hope you find a cute model!!

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  2. Kevin AsheJune 2, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    Beautiful!! Can't wait to see it on a model :)

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  3. B.June 2, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    ariel it's great. it makes me think that i should branch out into actual sewing, but i'll leave that to you!

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  4. MandyJune 2, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    Thats adorable. And I love the scalloped cards.

    Have the hubby take a picture of you wearing the apron when he gets home.

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  5. ilovebabyquiltsJune 2, 2009 at 2:15 PM

    Love it! So cheerful.

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  6. Kristine HansonJune 2, 2009 at 4:14 PM

    very cute! love the yellow with red combo

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  7. Erin @ Why Not Sew? QuiltsJune 2, 2009 at 8:37 PM

    oh, it's so pretty! I love when aprons are pretty. I just have a big ol' boxy apron.

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  8. "The Queen of Free"June 3, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    Adorable! :)

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  9. RebeccaJune 3, 2009 at 10:39 PM

    I love the apron! You picked perfect fabric! I am willing to model if you want to send it my way. ;)

    I like your blog- I will continue to check it out in the future! Thanks for stopping by mine on SMS giveaway day!

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  10. RebeccaJune 3, 2009 at 10:43 PM

    I just checked out your etsy shop- you are so talented!

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  11. jonahbonahJune 4, 2009 at 1:44 AM

    it's so pretty!

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  12. Koo and PoppetJune 6, 2009 at 11:48 PM

    Your creations are so inspiring, Ariel! I am so glad I found your blog.
    the photos are beautiful as well!

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  13. Jennifer PaganelliJune 7, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    Great job on the apron..loving it.

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  14. KerriJune 7, 2009 at 6:25 PM

    oh, i love the apron!! i haven't made one yet, and got a book from the libray call A is for Apron, and can't wait to do my first one!! yours turned out beautiful!!

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