There is an apron forum I check out (I'm lame, I know) that has a monthly "challenge." The challenge for June is applique (sewing small patches of fabric to make pictures or patterns). I was trying to think of what apron projects I had coming up that I could put applique on and I figured I would try to come up with a ballet theme for the girls' ballet teacher. She has be a fabulous teacher, and she just had a baby with some pretty serious health problems, so I figured she needed a pick me up. I thought I had a week and a half for this, but the last day of class is TOMORROW, so I was forced to finish the June project on May 28th. Oh, well.
I sketched out lots of slippers and legs and decided to incorporated them into the pocket, which took some doing so I wouldn't sew the pocket to the back of the apron. I ended up having to attach the pocket just at the bottom and leave it as a "flap" until the very end of the project, then I sewed the pocket sides. I think this turned out really well. And I found all the fabric I needed at Walmart. Bonus for time AND money. And it actually turned out the way I pictured it in my head. Yay!!!
12 comments:
I love it! The little slippers are so perfect! I hope this little apron gives their teacher the little pick-me-up she needs!
PS. I LOVE my apron and have gotten many compliments on it:)
I'm still keeping my fingers crossed that I'll win the other one!!
You are so good! I cannot believe how perfect the slippers are! I love it! Im not sick of your creations, keep em coming!
Love the new layout!
WOW! That is fabulous! Seriously, when is the ETSY shop coming?
okay, this is absolutely adorable!! I am BEYOND impressed, Paige. It's been so fun to watch you dive into this latest passion -- you definitely have the creative knack for it.
She is going to *love* it!!! It's darling.
I don't want to brag..but my sister-in law is amazing! I had to show the ladies at work and they loved it!
This apron is darling! How creative you are! Also, I love the onesies with the butt ruffles and matching accessories. You should not sell yourself short-you are one talented chick! Keep on crafting girl-you rock! Still hopin that you pick me for the apron!
You rock! :)
very cute apron with the ballet slippers.
Absolutely ADORABLE!!!! She is going to love love love it! Another cute creation :)
saw it in real life and thought it was the cutest thing EVAH!!! you are so talented!
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