The Aaron Apron

Hi! Hey, it’s been less than three weeks since my last post - don’t faint!! 😅

I recently tested another pattern for Linds Handmade Designs. It wasn’t a bag this time… it was an apron, the Aaron Apron. It’s a really nice utility apron, good for holding lots of project tools. It works really well made from heavier weight fabrics like canvas, waxed canvas, etc., yet is still easy to sew. There are two styles and two sizes (adult and child) included in the pattern. The style options include different pockets and straps. Here’s the pattern cover so you can see the variations.

I made mine out of one of Jess’s older canvas designs from several years ago. The apron was really easy to sew, and I didn’t even print out all the pattern pieces because Linds gives measurements to cut without, saving lots of paper.

I ended up not putting any straps on mine because I didn’t like the webbing I’d planned on using (too thick), plus at this point I don’t know of anyone needing an apron, so it’ll remain strapless unless I find someone to use it. I couldn’t really get a very good photo of it, but here’s one to just give you an idea.

After I was done with that, I suddenly got the idea to make a doll-sized one. I measured the doll and just kinda went with the approximate 30% size that it turned out to be. I did some scrap-busting using fabric that I’d gotten long ago from my mother-in-law (recognize it, Audrey???). The straps are elastic I’d bought for mask making in 2020. I love how it turned out!

I love making doll clothes. I made her entire outfit, including the “clogs”. So fun!

I mentioned in my last post that I was learning and trying something new. I’ve finished it, so if I don’t procrastinate too long, you’ll be seeing it soon (“soon” being relative, of course). I’m very pleased with how it turned out, and I’m sure I’ll be doing that type of project again someday!