An Island Batik Adventure – Vintage Quilts Inspiring New Creations
I scoured my books, patterns and the internet for hours trying to come up with the project I really wanted to do for this challenge. Then it came to me – an apron! How vintage is that?! I did find a pattern for a half apron that was very vintage looking, (Sewing Geek Harlequin Apron pattern) but with these amazing Island Batiks I knew it would immediately be new and exciting.
I did a little altering to the pattern: one row less from top to bottom and one more row added to the side. I also gathered it at the waist a bit so it wasn’t just straight across. It is fully lined, and I straight line quilted the whole apron. A pocket was needed, so I sketched several: rounded, rounded gathered, rectangle. Mimicking the pattern of the apron was definitely the answer. Once the pocket was on I was absolutely giddy about this project. Don’t you just love when that happens – not just being okay or pleased with your creations, but super happy?
My new vintage apron now hangs in my kitchen, adding a burst of color and soon to be worn when having friends or family over for dinner.
Its stunning! Good jump on getting it done for April 1!
My birthday also isn’t it great no one ever forgets it. Have a great day and many more birthdays 🎉
Happy Birthday and pretty apron.
Fabulous!
What a clever idea and nice result!
adorable and those fabrics are just wonderful
Hope you had a lovely birthday, and what a great start to April for you. Enjoy your apron!!
A good looking apron!
I love it! I still have one of Grandma’s aprons (at least I think it was hers) and it looks its age. So vibrant and it would make me want to bake or cook just to wear it!