1950s Retro Apron

For all your Betty Crocker moments.

Posted by PinkWeeds

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This is a really simple project, anyone can do this in a very short amount of time!

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You Will Need (6 things)

  • Thread
  • Straight Pins
  • Fabric Scissors
  • Fabric
  • 1 vintage Scarf
  • Sewing Machine

Steps (10 steps, 60 minutes)

  1. 1

    Start with a vintage square scarf and a contrasting fabric cut into two long pieces.

  2. 2

    Mark the center of the first piece of fabric and the center of where you want the top of your apron to be. Pin the two sections together.

  3. 3

    Pin your waist band along your apron, pinning pleats into your apron as you go.

  4. 4

    Pin and sew all the way down.

  5. 5

    Flip your band over and pin and sew down. Make it fun and use a contrasting thread!

  6. 6

    Pin and sew the ends in.

  7. 7

    You can be done right now if you want, but I am adding a ruffle to the bottom of mine. Pin and sew a hem into your second piece of fabric. I used a zig-zag stitch so it would be a little more decorative.

  8. 8

    Next set your machine to a long stitch length and a the highest tension setting and make a gathering stitch.

  9. 9

    Pin and sew your ruffle to the bottom of your apron.

  10. 10

    You can be done now or be more creative, add a pocket, add decorative stitches to your waist band. Have fun with it!