Thursday, November 18, 2010

Almost Done!

Yay!!!!!!  I finished my first apron swap project.  Ok, I finished the apron portion, but still have a little more work to do on the tuck-ins.  I am so looking forward to finishing up and sending off the package.  I love making things for others, and then getting a great surprise in return!  I love swaps and really miss participating in them.  I am really looking forward to getting my apron, since I am doing a lot more cooking lately.  And with the holidays around the corner, I will be doing even more.  I want to do a good amount of baking for the neighborhood and get the kids involved.  I still need to complete the tuck-ins which will be:
A-angel
N-notecards (angel)
G-ginger tea
E-earrings (angel)
L-lavender/geranium/lemon bath salts

Just a little sample of my apron


I hope my partner likes her package as much as I enjoyed putting it together.  It's a simple apron, but i really enjoyed making it and how it came out!

When I was growing up, my grandmother used to always say, wear and apron when you cook or bake.  I can't wait to get my apron and start using it.  I may even have to buy a new book on apron patterns.  I love how my apron came out and I want to make more.  I want to make more that are even a little more challenging.   Any suggestions on good apron pattern books?  Since I am new to sewing apron,  I would love any suggestions.  I have average sewing skills and am really loving sewing.

I can't wait for my package and more swaps to participate in.  Thanks for letting me participate.  I love seeing what everyone has made and all the great tuck-in ideas!

Amy

10 comments:

  1. Hi Amy! Don't buy any books until you check out the net for free pattern downloads. I've found soooo many cute ones. Check out Freebiesforcrafters.com They have quite a few on there. Lovely fabrics you picked out! Nice job!

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  2. This fabric combo is awsome!!

    Yep listen to Karen lots and lots of free apron patterens on line..

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  3. I agree with above...so many free options, and once you get the hang of it, you can design your own.
    Your fabrics are gorgeous!

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  4. http://sew4home.com/projects/kitchen-linens

    this site has several cute aprons. this is where i found the pattern i am going to use.
    Cute apron btw and i love your tuck in ideas.

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  5. Jen W .. thanks for that website. I haven't seen it before! It's great. I've added it to my favs.
    Amy .. Your fabric choices are wonderful! I love the different colors. These swaps are addicting! I can't wait for the next one to start!

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  6. I can't wait for the next one to start also!! Heh, is this apron reversible? I love the colors!!

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  7. I'm so glad everyone is liking my fabric choices. Thanks for the pattern suggestions!

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  8. These are great fabrics. If you really like to work with traditional patterns, JoAnn's usually has a $1 pattern sale. Last week they had 5 for $5 and I found quite a few aprons. That is what I used for my swap apron.
    I love seeing what everyone is working on.

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Welcome Apronistas -- I appreciate your lovely comments!!