Tailored Linen and Ribbon Half Apron
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1 Published on Sew4Home Tailored Linen and Ribbon Half Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 28 December :00 When we're young, our parents are just our parents. Often, it's not until we're looking back over our shoulders or packing up boxes for an estate sale that we take a close look at their fashions and belongings and realize, "Wow... they were pretty stylin'." Today's stunning half apron design has a crisp, tailored look to it, and the Kaffe Fassett ribbons we chose from Renaissance Ribbons reminded both my sister and me of our father's favorite skinny striped ties, which he would wear with a starched white shirt and a suit coat on even the hottest days of summer. Indeed... he was stylin'.
2 The exact Kaffe Fassett ribbons we chose are still available through Renaissance Ribbons, although in limited quantities. But no worries, there are also many alternatives in different colorways, other striped patterns, or Kaffe's famous tumbling blocks and vibrant chevrons. Check out the full Kaffe Fassett collection at Renaissance Ribbons. The key to getting our look is to combine a strong ribbon motif with a rich coordinating solid fabric. We recommend using two sizes of the same or very similar ribbon designs for the best finish.
3 With all this bright color against a solid linen, we bet you're wondering about color fastness. The Kaffe Fasset ribbons and all the Jacquard ribbons at Renaissance Ribbons are precisely woven with top quality polyester thread, so they will not shrink and the colors won't bleed onto your base fabric.
4 We turned to ribbon expert, Elaine Schmidt for additional details. She reminds us there's a very good chance the base fabric will shrink - especially if it is a cotton or linen. If not pre-washed and dried prior to starting, the fabric could shrink up, causing the ribbons to no longer lay flat after the project is washed. Laundering won't hurt the ribbons, so if you want to cover all your bases, you could certainly pre-wash and dry them with the fabric. Just make sure to run a zig zag stitch across the cut edges so they do not unravel during laundering. Elaine also suggests lightly pressing the ribbons with a steam iron and pressing cloth to smooth and prepare them for sewing. However, take care when pressing polyester ribbons; they require a lower ironing temperature than cotton and linen fabric. As with store-bought aprons, our design is meant to be one-size-fits-all. However, we realize you may still wish to make yours smaller or larger. As a reference, the waistband of this apron is 24" wide, the ties are each approximately 30" long, and the skirt length is 16". Sewing Tools You Need Sewing Machine and standard presser foot Satin Stitch foot; optional, but helpful for ribbon stitching; it's what we used Clear View Quilting Foot and Guide Set; optional - another good choice to keep your ribbon stitching precise Fabric and Other Supplies
5 We used one Kaffe Fasset ribbon design in two sizes. 1½ yards of 1½" wide ribbon; we used 1½" Blue & Purple Phase Stripes 4¼ yards of ⅞" wide ribbon; we used ⅞" Blue & Purple Phase Stripes 1 yard of 54"+ wide medium weight linen or linen blend in a coordinating solid; we used a beautiful aqua linen blend, purchased locally TWO 1¼" rectangular rings for the waist ties; we used black All purpose thread to match both fabric and ribbons; or use our favorite for ribbon stitching: clear monofilament thread See-through ruler Fabric pen or pencil Iron and ironing board Pressing cloth to protect the ribbon Scissors or rotary cutter and mat Tape measure Seam gauge Seam ripper Straight pins Hand sewing needle Two safety pins to attach the two accent bows Getting Started 1. From the linen fabric, cut the following: ONE 17" x 38" panel for the skirt ONE 4" x 25" strip for the waistband TWO 3" x 33 strips for the waist ties ONE 7" x 15" rectangle for the pocket 2. From the ⅞" wide ribbon, cut the following: THREE 39" lengths for the skirt TWO 2" lengths for the ring tabs ONE 8" length for the pocket TWO 8" lengths for the pocket bow ONE 3" length for the waistband bow center ONE 2" length for the pocket bow center 3. From the 1½" wide ribbon, cut the following: ONE 26" length for the waistband TWO 11" lengths for the pocket bow At Your Sewing Machine & Ironing Board
6 Skirt ribbons 1. Place the 17" x 38" panel right side up and flat on your work surface. 2. Find two of the 39" lengths of ⅞" ribbon. 3. Place the first ribbon horizontally across the skirt panel. The bottom edge of the ribbon should be 9" up from the bottom raw edge of the fabric panel. Pin the ribbon in place. 4. Thread your machine with thread to match the ribbon in the top and bobbin or use our favorite option: clear monofilament thread. 5. Edgestitch the ribbon in place along both sides. We are using our Janome Satin Stitch foot with its helpful red arrow guide. 6. Place the second ribbon parallel with the first. The bottom edge of this second ribbon should be 11" up from the bottom raw edge of the fabric panel, which means there is about 1" in between the two ribbons.
7 7. Edgestitch the ribbon in place along both sides. Hem ribbon 1. Flip over the skirt panel and lay it flat on your work surface wrong side up. 2. Find the remaining 39" length of ⅞" ribbon. 3. Place the ribbon wrong sides together with the bottom raw edge of the skirt panel, overlapping the fabric with the ribbon by ½". Pin in place.
8 4. Edgestitch the one side of the ribbon in place on the wrong side of the skirt panel. 5. Flip the skirt back over to the right side. Fold up the bottom ribbon along its seam. This edgestitching seam now becomes the bottom of the skirt panel. Press the ribbon flat against the front of the skirt panel (remember that pressing cloth). Pin the top edge of the ribbon in place. 6. Edgestitch the top edge of the ribbon to secure.
9 Side hems 1. Trim any excess ribbon so the raw ends of the ribbon lengths are prefectly flush with the raw side edges of the skirt panel. 2. Fold and press a double-turn ½" hem along both sides. To do this, turn in the side ½" and press. Turn in an additional ½" and press again, concealing the raw edge within the two folds. Pin in place. 3. Re-thread the machine with thread to match the skirt in both the top and bobbin. 4. Topstitch each side hem in place from top to bottom. Pocket 1. find the 7" x 15" pocket rectangle. 2. Fold the pocket in half (7" x 7½") wrong sides together and press to set a crease. 3. Unfold the pocket right side up so the crease line is visible. 4. Find the 8" length of ⅞" ribbon. 5. Center the ribbon horizontally across the pocket panel so the top edge of the ribbon is ½" below the center crease line. Pin in place.
10 6. Re-thread the machine with thread to match the ribbon (or clear monofilament) in the top and bobbin. 7. Edgestitch the ribbon in place along both sides. 8. Fold the pocket in half, right sides together, sandwiching the sewn ribbon between the two layers. 9. Pin along both sides and across the bottom, leaving an approximate 3" opening along the bottom for turning. 10. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch along both sides and across the bottom. Remember to pivot at the corners and to lock your seam at either side of the 3" opening. 11. Trim the corners, press open the seams, and turn right side out through the opening. 12. Press the pocket flat, gently pushing out the corners with a long blunt end tool, such as a long knitting needle, chopstick or point turner. You want the corners to be nice and sharp. Fold in the raw edges of the opening so they are flush with the sewn seam. 13. Find the skirt panel. Place it right side up and flat on your work surface. 14. Place the pocket in position on the skirt panel. It should be 6" in from the left hemmed side of the apron, and the ribbon on the pocket should be perfectly in line with the top horizontal ribbon on the skirt. Pin the pocket in place.
11 15. Edgestitch the pocket in place along both sides and across the bottom, remember to pivot at the corners. This seam secures the pocket to the skirt and closes the opening used for turning the pocket. We used a slightly contrasting thread to topstitch our pocket in place. Waist pleats 1. Fold the skirt panel in half to find the exact center point along its top raw edge. Mark this center point with a pin. 2. Create a group of three knife pleats at each side of center along the upper edge of the apron skirt. 3. The pleats are spaced 1" apart and each set starts 3" from the center front. 4. Pin in place.
12 NOTE: If you are new to creating pleats, take a look at our tutorial: How to Make Knife Pleats. Waistband and side rings 1. Find the 4" x 25" strip of waistband fabric and the 26" length of 1½" ribbon. 2. Place the fabric strip right side up and flat on your work surface. 3. Place the ribbon horizontally across the fabric strip with the top edge of the ribbon ½" (and just a bit extra) from the top raw edge of the fabric. The ribbon should be centered so it extends ½" beyond the fabric on either side. Pin the ribbon in place. 4. Re-thread the machine with thread to best match the ribbon (or clean monofilament) in the top and bobbin. 5. Edgestitch the ribbon in place along both long sides. When done, trim away any excess so the ribbon is flush with the
13 waistband. 6. Fold back the opposite long raw edge of the fabric strip ½" and press. 7. Find the pleated skirt panel. 8. Place the waistband right sides together with the top edge of the skirt panel, aligning the raw edges of both pieces. The folded edge of the waistband is laying against the skirt panel. Pin in place. The waist band should extend beyond the skirt panel by ½" on both sides. 9. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch across the waistband through all the layers. Your ½" seam should run right along the edge of the ribbon but should not catch the ribbon that is why you placed it just a bit more than ½" from the top when originally stitching it to the waistband strip. You will be about ⅛" to the right of the ribbon's edgestitching seam.
14 10. Press the waistband (and the seam allowance) up and away from the skirt panel. 11. Find the two 2" lengths of ⅞" ribbon and the two rectangular rings. 12. Slip one length of ribbon through each ring, creating a tab. Pin the raw ends of the ribbon together. 13. Pin one ring tab to each end of the waistband, centering the tab within the wider waistband ribbon. Remember, the waistband should extend beyond the skirt panel by ½" on either side.
15 14. Fold the waistband in half right sides together. The folded edge of the waistband should be flush with the bottom edge of the ribbon. The ring tabs are sandwiched between the layers. Pin in place. 15. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch down across each end through all the layers. This seam should be flush with the existing skirt side hem. NOTE: You'll see in the photo below that we sewed this seam with our needle in the far left position in order to stitch as close to the ring as possible. You could also use a zipper foot if you are unable to adjust your needle position. 16. Trim the seam allowance back to about ¼" and turn the waistband right side out. Adjust the waistband down into position on the back of the skirt panel so the folded edge of the waistband covers the waistband/skirt seam allowance. Pin in place across the skirt. 17. Flip over the skirt so it is right side up and secure the waistband with a line of topstitching, running your seam exactly along the previously sewn ribbon edgestitching seam.
16 Waist ties 1. Find the two 3" x 33" fabric strips. Fold each in half lengthwise, right sides together, so they now measure 1½" x 33". Pin in place, leaving an approximate 3" opening along the 33" side for turning. 2. Re-thread your machine with thread to match the fabric in the top and bobbin. 3. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch across both ends and down the long side of each tie. Remember to pivot at the corners and to lock your seam at either side of the 3" opening left for turning. 4. Clip the corners and turn right side out through the opening. As with the pocket, use a long, blunt-end tool to gently push out the corners so they are sharp. Press in the raw edges of the opening so they are flush with the sewn seam. 5. Edgestitch around all four sides of each tie. This is a decorative touch and closes the openings used for turning. Press each tie flat. 6. Insert one end of each tie through one of the rectangular rings. 7. Fold the end of the tie back on itself by about 1½". 8. Stitch a 1" X Box to secure this fold in place. If you are new to the X-Box technique, check out our full tutorial. NOTE: We re-threaded to a slightly contrasting thread to stitch the boxes because they are kind of a decorative element. You can do the same or stick with the matching thread.
17 Accent Bows There are two accent bows, one for the pocket and one for the waistband. Both are made in exactly the same manner. The steps below show you the waistband bow. 1. Re-thread your machine with thread to match the ribbon in the top and bobbin or use clear monofilament. 2. Find the two 11" lengths of 1½" ribbon and the 3" length of ⅞" ribbon. 3. Place the two 11" lengths wrong sides together and pin in place. NOTE: When wrong sides together the ribbon kind of grips itself. You may not need pins; we didn't use any. 4. Edgestitch along both sides. Do not stitch the ends. NOTE: This edgestitching matches the edgestitching on the waistband and adds some extra body to the bow. 5. Place the ends right sides together so the raw edges are flush. Pin in place. 6. Using a ½" seam allowance, stitch across the end to form a loop.
18 7. Press open the seam and turn the loop right side out. Rotate the loop to center the seam. 8. Thread a hand sewing needle. Run several hand gathering stitches through the center at the seam. You will need a little pressure as you are stitching through four layers. 9. Pull the stitches to create the classic "bow tie dimples" at the center of the loop. 10. Wrap the 3" ribbon around the center of the loop. Fold under one end of this narrower ribbon ½" to create a finished edge. Pin in place. NOTE: We flipped our bow several times to check the wrap on the front, adjusting the center piece looser or tighter as needed to insure we had just the right look before stitching in place.
19 11. With the hand needle and thread, whip stitch the ends to secure. 12. The bow can be stitched in place right on the waistband (positioning as shown in our photos above) or pinned in place. We opted for the safety pin route. Find the appropriately size safety pin. 13. Hand stitch the safety pin to the back of the bow. The pin should be placed just a bit higher than center to keep the bow from drooping. 14. Repeat these steps with the two 8" lengths and the one 2" length of ⅞" ribbon to create the matching smaller bow for the pocket. Contributors Project Design: Alicia Thommas Sample Creation and Instructional Outline: Michele Mishler Kitchen Linens This project and patterns (if any) may be downloaded for personal use only. No electronic or printed reproduction permitted without the prior written consent of Sew4Home LLC. Copyright Sew4Home LLC. All Rights Reserved. Source URL:
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Published on Sew4Home Keepsake T-Shirt Pillow with Knotted Corners Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 06 August 2014 1:00 We all have them: those "special" T-shirts from events, vacations or sports teams.
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Published on Sew4Home Digital Device Sleeve Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 22 September 2015 1:00 Finding great gift ideas for guys is tough, starting with the search for the perfect fabric, which can be
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Published on Sew4Home Fabric Basket with Pretty Angled Handles Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 01 September 2015 1:00 A basket of goodies always makes a great gift idea. And if the basket is as pretty as
More informationLovely Lace Valances. Published on Sew4Home. Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 12 September :00
Published on Sew4Home Lovely Lace Valances Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 12 September 2014 1:00 Looking for a quick and easy way to fancy-up your windows? A valance is faster than traditional curtain panels,
More informationTea Time Kitchen Appliqué: Quilted Oven Mitts
Published on Sew4Home Tea Time Kitchen Appliqué: Quilted Oven Mitts Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 11 May 2011 9:00 We have a saying at our house we call, "Mexican Hot Plate Syndrome." It refers to doing
More informationScrapBusters: Personalized Mug Rug
Published on Sew4Home ScrapBusters: Personalized Mug Rug Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 19 August 2014 1:00 My brother made me laugh out loud when he said a "mug rug" sounded like a bad toupee for an ugly
More informationHello Kitty Sewing Basket & Pincushion
Published on Sew4Home Hello Kitty Sewing Basket & Pincushion Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 20 February 2012 9:00 One of our very favorite Storage Solutions patterns gets a update as the world's cutest sewing
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Published on Sew4Home His & Hers Pajama Shorts Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 23 January 2012 9:00 Jazz up your jammie-time with these adorable sleep shorts. There's one pair for Him with a drawcord and pocket,
More informationSoft & Stuffable Fabric Shopping Bags
Published on Sew4Home Soft & Stuffable Fabric Shopping Bags Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 03 June 2015 1:00 As more and more stores up their recycling commitment (some entire cities have banned plastic
More informationPanel Place Mats with Large Motif Fabric
Published on Sew4Home Panel Place Mats with Large Motif Fabric Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 08 January 2018 1:00 By emphasizing a large motif and using a contrasting fabric for the borders, this place mat
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Published on Sew4Home Decorator Pillows with English Paper Piecing Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 13 September 2018 1:00 English Paper Piecing was a new technique for us when we designed these pretty
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Published on Sew4Home Floating Rick Rack Napkins Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 30 April 2018 1:00 Did you know the paper napkin made its debut in 1887? While that's quite historically interesting, we still
More informationLace & Decorative Stitch Window Valances
Published on Sew4Home Lace & Decorative Stitch Window Valances Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 12 April 2016 1:00 Looking for a quick and easy way to fancy-up your windows? A valance is faster than traditional
More informationZip Zap Mini Pouch with Side Loop Straps
Published on Sew4Home Zip Zap Mini Pouch with Side Loop Straps Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 17 February 2016 1:00 Sometimes extra-cute is exactly what you need to get your sewing creativity flowing.
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Published on Sew4Home Woven Border Print Pillow with Poms Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 11 February 2014 1:00 Border prints are exactly what they sound like they'd be: a wide motif band running the entire
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Published on Sew4Home Pinafore Pillow Jacket Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 11 June 2015 1:00 Sew4Home Creative Director, Alicia Thommas was pondering a pillow one day, as she is often known to do, when
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Published on Sew4Home Lightweight String Style Backpack with Crossover Pockets Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 14 August 2018 1:00 String style backpacks are in high demand right now for back-to-school, but
More informationPatchwork Trivets with Circular Quilting
Published on Sew4Home Patchwork Trivets with Circular Quilting Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 19 September 2017 1:00 I remember having a drawer full of trivets growing up. There were elaborate crocheted
More informationUptown Pillow Trio: 9-Patch and Triangle Squares with Flange Accents
Published on Sew4Home Uptown Pillow Trio: 9-Patch and Triangle Squares with Flange Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 17 May 2017 1:00 Is your sofa looking at you with big, sad eyes? Well, of course
More informationBox Style Zippered Cosmetics & Toiletries Case
Published on Sew4Home Box Style Zippered Cosmetics & Toiletries Case Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 30 November 2017 1:00 We love travel size toiletries. I think this may date back to those long-ago days
More informationBack to School: Zippered Pencil & School Supplies Case
Published on Sew4Home Back to School: Zippered Pencil & School Supplies Case Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 20 August 2010 9:00 I have a wooden pencil box that has been a fixture on my desk since grade school.
More informationMake Your Own Reusable Grocery Bags
Published on Sew4Home Make Your Own Reusable Grocery Bags Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 08 February 2017 1:00 Just when you think you're the reigning Queen of Green reusing and recycling your way through
More informationSkirted Sewing Machine Cover
Published on Sew4Home Skirted Sewing Machine Cover Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 18 September 2014 1:00 In honor of National Sewing Month, maybe you should do something sweet for your trusty sewing machine,
More informationKids' Round Storage Bins with Appliques & Side Handles: Fabulous Fall with Fabric.com
Published on Sew4Home Kids' Round Storage Bins with Appliques & Side Handles: Fabulous Fall with Fabric.com Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 23 September 2014 1:00 Mary Poppins had a spoonful of sugar to work
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Published on Sew4Home Canteen Bag in Wool & Corduroy Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 16 February 2016 1:00 Bags come in all shapes and sizes, but this round canteen style is one of our favorites. It has such
More informationHeirloom Pillow with Wave Tucks and Woven Lace
Published on Sew4Home Heirloom Pillow with Wave Tucks and Woven Lace Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 01 May 2017 1:00 Perhaps best known as the provence of christening gowns and wedding ensembles, heirloom
More informationTea-Time Half Apron with Custom Cup & Saucer Appliques
Published on Sew4Home Tea-Time Half Apron with Custom Cup & Saucer Appliques Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 21 August 2014 1:00 "If you are cold, tea will warm you; if you are heated, it will cool you;
More informationNautical Ahoy! Appliqué Pillow
Published on Sew4Home Nautical Ahoy! Appliqué Pillow Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 25 May 2018 1:00 We are always a little startled by how expensive simple pillows can be to purchase. Browsing online or
More informationMake Your Own Grocery Bags
Published on Sew4Home Make Your Own Grocery Bags Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 24 January 2011 9:00 Just when you think you're the reigning 'Queen of Green' reusing and recycling your way through the day,
More informationRip Stop Grocery Bags with Carry Pouch
Published on Sew4Home Rip Stop Grocery Bags with Carry Pouch Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 28 October 2014 1:00 I want my grocery bags to work as hard as I do. That means I should be able throw whatever
More informationBaby Gifts: Pretty Bird Quick Trip Diaper Bag
Published on Sew4Home Baby Gifts: Pretty Bird Quick Trip Diaper Bag Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 14 July 2010 9:00 Our smaller (and cuter) diaper bag isn't meant to supplant the full-size, workhorse
More informationEmbroidered Teardrop Tote: Large Shopper Style
Published on Sew4Home Embroidered Teardrop Tote: Large Shopper Style Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 16 February 2017 1:00 February is National Embroidery Month, and this big, beautiful tote features one
More informationCanvas Bucket Bag with Drawcord Top and Two-Piece Snap Strap
Published on Sew4Home Canvas Bucket Bag with Drawcord Top and Two-Piece Snap Strap Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 10 July 2017 1:00 This crisp, cute bag looks like we grabbed it right off the shelf of the
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