Another nod to Mother's Day today. I have finished Miss Gerry's apron in plenty of time. It has been nicely pressed and is ready for wrapping. I had hoped the patchwork would have stood out more, but all in all it turned out pretty cute. Nan remarked at how heavy the apron was when she received hers. I have a thing about lining. Finished edges always look best to me.
You cannot see the patchwork squares in the corner but there is a bit of detail if you look hard enough.
The ruffle slopes up the back gently and the waist ended up being an empire height. Many adjustments were made to finalize this. Love the full coverage of the skirt for Sunday best. Miss Gerry always dons an apron for Sunday Supper. On another note I went back and forth as to whether or not to put darts in. I think I will next time.
A signature ruffle. Finished with a hem stitch.
These reproduction feed sack fabrics have been fantastic to sew with. It is easy to see why these were popular in the past. You can match them with almost anything.
Nice to see two pieces of embroidery saved and salvaged.
Sweet memories headed to a wonderful mom.
it looks stunning! Im sure she'll love it :-)
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ReplyDeleteThis turned out lovely, she's a lucky lady.
Hugs,
Meri
You had me with Miss Kitty ... but oh my the apron ... love it !! Somehow I missed the vintage pillow case apron, what I great idea. I hate to see those wonderful hand made pieces be ignored on a shelf, what a clever use. E in TN
ReplyDeleteThe recipient is going to love it!!! You do such nice work. (And the little kitty in yellow at the top of your post is adorable.)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful apron, Renee! She'll absolutely love it! Such fabulous attention to every detail...I love that you line yours...perfect!
ReplyDeleteHope you're having a wonderful night!
Julie
will you forgive me?? I haven't been here since forever!
ReplyDeleteSo Beautiful as always my Dear!!
Just lovely. I knew the kitty and cookies stitching would be delightful additions, but all your added details are just amazing. She's going to love it. Beautiful work, Renee.
ReplyDeleteCute! I like an empire waist on an apron, that way I don't look "pregnant". :)
ReplyDeletecutest apron ever, renee. miss gerri is going to l o v e it!
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xo
~molly
Oh she will love this and also be surprised as to how 'substantial' it is, this is no flimsy apron that you make. I too just adore these repo prints from feed sacks.
ReplyDeleteOh my how I just love your apron. I know Miss Gerry will love it too.
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donna
I love how it turned out. That is such a cute way to recycle a vintage towel!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful! She is going to be so thrilled with this!
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