Upcycled Apron
It was time to upcycle this old apron. I haven't been a consultant for the company for about 3 years now and anything with a little weight that hangs on my neck causes me pain. Soooo, it was time to turn it into this: This is how it started: The first step was to draw a chalk line and cut it in half. I found some scrap fabric and cut it into 3 long sections that were about 7" wide. After they were sewn together end-to-end I folded the entire piece in half lengthwise and pressed a small hem along each edge. Next, I marked the middle of this piece and the apron, placed the unfinished edge of the apron along the fold,folded it down, and pinned the entire piece. The apron was basically done, but I decided the pockets needed a little 'something'. I had just enough scrap fabric to make flaps for them, so I drew a quick pattern and went to work. I added a button to each flap to 'dress it up' and the apron was done! I really wan...