An Assembly of Aprons
An apron inspired by the 1940s and '50s is a great way to combine unique fabrics in a fun, useful way.
by Mary Ray
An Online Extra to Threads #132, pp. 27-29
An apron inspired by the 1940s and '50s is a great way to combine unique fabrics in a fun, useful way.
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In "An Apron Revival" (issue #132), Mary Ray shows you how to round up novelty prints and big print fabric to make a flirty skirt apron and a bistro apron. As major trends make their way full circle, these classics are the new sassy accessory of today. Here's a photo gallery of vintage and vintage-inspired aprons. |
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| Bistro apron The three pockets make convenience the essence of this apron while the alternating direction of the pockets' stripes adds interesting detail. |
Natural beauty apron Cross-stitch on gingham was the apron fad of the 1960s. The tiny squares make it so the apron doesn't need a design to be decorative. |
Modern-day flare apron This apron really shows the adaptation of vintage patterns. The old meets new with a contemporary pattern on an apron with vintage style. The chicken apron combines fun fabrics that wouldn't look as perfect on anything else. |
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| Gingham apron Another gingham apron that features cross-stitch is shaped with a zigzag bottom hem that flatters the outline of the apron. The bib apron was an essential of the 1940s. |
Pretty in pink apron Pink organza makes this 1950s waist apron a companion to the flirty cocktail dress. The dainty flower stencil accents the apron's delicateness. |
Sassy hostess apron This late '50s-early '60s apron is detailed with Swiss embroidery. With a playful edge, this apron is not meant to be used in the kitchen; it was meant to be worn around the waist of a hostess entertaining guests |
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| Holiday charm apron This apron is embellished with red embroidered trim to give it a true holiday theme. Special occasions inspired holiday-themed aprons. |
Simply sweet apron To decorate the white organdy, a motif cut from printed fabric is appliquéd on the apron. This simple detailing makes a plain apron a delightful accessory that begs to be shown off. |
Yellow ribbon apron The decorative yellow ribbon used for the ties and waistband is the heart of this apron. It may be a detail, but ribbon is a fast and easy way to trim an apron without a lot of finishing. |
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Mary Ray is a contributing editor.
Photos: Scott Phillips
Threads Magazine, editor Posted on Nov 15th, 2008 in design, online extras, vintage, aprons
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