{tutorial} Toddler Crayon Apron

Inspired by a blog post over at The Creative Imperative, I decided to come up with my own, version of the Crayon Apron. If you don’t want to sew your own, you can find them at various shops around the web, but sewing it yourself will make it extra special.

I started with some small fabric scraps I had, but you can use whatever fabrics appeal to you most, of course. Pick all one fabric or mix it up any way you want. This is just my method because I really love mixing fabrics and colors.

Cut out all the pieces you need. Using a rotary cutter makes this a quick and easy job with all those straight cuts.

For a Ruffled Crayon Apron, size 2-3:

• Waistband (Fabric 1) 10″ x 5″
• Two Ties (Fabric 2) 3 1/2″ x 19″ each
• Skirt (Fabric 3) 8″ x 14″
• Ruffle (Fabric 1) 22″ x 4″
• Pocket (Fabric 4) 4″ x 14″

(Add a an inch or so each direction for every year older, making it longer and wider.)
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{tutorial} sweet vintage tie apron for lil’ ones

Smock aprons are the best for little ones–perfect for paint projects and messy meals. And there are scads of different styles available. What I love about Smashed Peas and Carrots‘ version is that it’s reversible. Have two fabrics you love and can’t decide which to use? Now you don’t have to! Check out Maggie’s vintage tie apron tutorial on her blog, inspired a true vintage apron.

Little Flirty Skirty Apron – The Apron Lady Designs

Little Flirty Skirty Apron designed by Jan Lutz for The Apron Lady Designs features full or half apron styles in child sizes 2 through preteen. Find this and other apron patterns at your local independent quilt and fabric retailer.

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