Constance, what a great video. Great presentation with no obnoxious music and unnecessary verbage. Your homemade apron is perfect and so easy to sew up. Thank you for sharing.
For the duck fabric or decor fabric, a denim needle will help to sew through multiple layers. Love this tutorial from a woman who claims she's not a seamstress. Maybe not, but you used common sense and made a great how-to for beginners and experienced sewists. Thank you!
You may already know this, but for those who don't, there are needles for the sewing machine in different numbers. 8-11 are sheer, 12 -14 are medium and 16-18 are for the heavy fabrics. There are woven needles for woven fabric and knit for knit fabric. Knit can be used with woven and knit, but woven should only be used with woven. Woven fabric doesn't stretch, so different needles. Knit needles are also called ball point as they are a softer tip than the woven which is sharp and pointed. I love that you actually iron at each stage. This is a correct way of sewing that I didn't learn until I watched a professional seamstress from Australia who also teaches sewing. Schmetz can be used on Singer and Pfaff, but Singer needles can't be used except with Singer. Universal should be okay with knit or woven fabric, but check the number for what thickness or weight of fabric you have. I want to save you time and irritation with this information.
Seriously, where have you been my whole life? Why do you seem to have no dust anywhere in your home and everything look so comfortable and inviting? Everyone wishes that they had a friend like you! Watching you is like a nice visit, especially during this social distancing nightmare, Thank You so much. God bless you! I cannot wait to watch more.
Remember my grandmother's wearing that style and thought how adorable they looked on them. I've been a sewist for 40 yesterday and definitely going to make some. Am going to send one to my 83 yr old sister, may spark her memory 😊.
Constance, I AM a seamstress (or sewist as they now call us ;) ), and you did a FAR better job at teaching how to make your beautiful apron than I ever could!
@@msaks61 Tailor still stands for a highly skilled professional, so the terms would not convey the same expertise. Sewist seems to be gaining traction, because, If we used the male - er ending, a male seamstress would be a "sewer", ha, ha!
You did a great job and owe no one any apology! I've been a professional seamstress and quilter for 45 years and I couldn't be prouder of the job you did. I love this design and will be making this apron very soon. Thank you for your willingness to share and for showing in detail how you made your apron. I hope others are inspired by this simple project .
I agree with the lady with a lot of experience. We all have to start somewhere. You did a great job explaining and demonstrating different steps. I don't have a huge among of experience but would have had more years of sewing if I had not been intimidated by people around me that were experts. You go girl !!!!!
thank you for taking the time to go through this with us ! This apron is so useful and the simplicity of making it leaves us with no excuse , for not having proper aprons...lol... Stay safe and well !
This was a really fabulous "how to" apron tutorial. I loved this particular design, there are no ties that the boys can pull behind you back :) Thank you for sharing and the instructions are just perfect,. I am on my own, no neighbours that I know enjoys sewing, times have changed for the worst, they claim too much trouble I'd rather buy. Yes it is convenient but you have to take what fabric is available!! Happy sewing, I think you are going to get quite a lot of orders from working ladies as well as for gifts. May it go well, many blessings. Kind regards.
I love the way you folded the sides of the body over to make sure the strap goes to the right place and doesn't twist! I've been sewing for years, and I think that's the best way I've ever seen!
Hey, I just ran across this by accident and I have been a tailor for 30 years. This is a cute and smart little apron and is so quick to make. I actually love the idea. I will be making it. Thanks!💕
I love that style of apron 👍🏼 I also like when you said fluffy instead of fat 😂 I fall into that fluffy size 😂 you also did an awesome job explaining how to make the Farm Style Apron 👍🏼
I adore aprons and remember my grandmother wearing one. Thank you for a beautiful video and simple enough for me to try. Blessings to you and your kitty lol.😇🌻🌺🪡🧵
HI! you make me laugh...I was a teenager in the 70's and used to add triangular pieces of denim to my jeans to make them wide leg!! I love the apron pattern! You are a wonderful teacher, I'm not a seamstress, but I understood all of it! I am going to make these aprons for my daughters for Christmas gifts, they would love them...they are so cute and practical, and I'm all about practical! Thank you!
I actually do some sewing and this is an excellent video on how to make a simple apron. I also love this lady, she is so sweet and personable. Great job!!
I'm new to sewing, and this will be my first project. Your instructions are perfect for a first timer! The tip about using the yardstick is genius! I have a feeling several friends will be getting new aprons for Christmas this year.
Can you imagine? I have plenty of Christmas prints. Gonna start now. I have lots that no just cut into jelly rolls I can use ad trims to make more aprons. Thanks I hope I can make some one happy.
What a wonderful idea. I’m using my husband’s shirts to make some lap quilts for our surviving children for Christmas this year. I’d love to see your aprons.♥️
Louette Sommers they are each at the kid’s house! They were the old fashioned bib aprons that looped over your head and the waist sash tied in the back. Shirt pocket was used as the apron pocket! My husband was a big man so one shirt made an apron.
Wreaths & Crafts by Lena Wilson thank you. I’m very sorry for your pain and sorrow. May God bless and comfort you and your children. ♥️ I really like the idea.
Wreaths & Crafts by Lena Wilson What a lovely idea. I’ll have to ask Mum if she still has some of Dad’s shirts. Maybe she has enough so I could do a sort of patchwork with them.
also have been sewing for the better part of almost 50 years and i love the simplicity of your instructions. i can't wait to make mine. also, i love at the end about "a fluffier lady" that was such a great line. God bless you for your 'sense and sensibility.' i wish you were my neighbor. your family must love you to pieces.
Hello Contance.. your tutorial popped up in my "recommended to views"... i just love this apron! Although, I think i'll make my straps a smidge skinnier. My current aprons (and i have many lol) have ties which are always getting caught on my kitchen cupboard handles. Also, i'm sorry to hear of your dog passing. My sweet Ava-May (boxer) passed in April from cancer. She was nearly 11. I don't think it matters how long we have them... they leave a huge hole in your heart. Stay safe 🐓
You are so kind and patient. I feel I can actually sew this apron. It's been years since I've sewn any thing. And I really appreciate the video and the written instructions 😃. Thank you 💙.
I was just thinking yesterday when I watched your video that I really liked your apron and need one. And then this video popped up on my YT feed today! Thank You, Jesus! 🙌
Just finished my lovely "Farmhouse" apron, thank you for sharing this great project, I love to cook and this apron is perfect & very stylish as well as functional.
Thankyouverymuch for the wonderful tutorial ❤️ I also want to Thank you and your husband for his (and yours) service to our country. Much love and appreciation 😊
Constance, thank you for this awesome tutorial!!! You get an A+ on your teaching skills. Watching you reminded me of my beautiful Grandmother when she was teaching me to sew many years ago. She would give me the instructions in the “seamstress” terms, and then she’d say, “In English that means ….. . That means do it like this.” and she would show me how to sew it in her “hillbilly” ways. She was a fabulous seamstress, and taught me so much, but in her own words. I remember her measuring tape was always around her neck, for quick measurements. 😂😂. Thank you for reminding me of the simpler way to sew, and of a precious lady that taught me so much. Now I am going to go sew up an apron for myself 🎉🎉
Thank you Constance! This was fun! Ive been sewing for about a hundred years, but it’s always fun to see how someone else does things! I can always learn something new!!
I have not sewn in about 50 years... I need to start 'easy' ... I CAN UNDERSTAND YOU!! THANK YOU BUNCHES!! Logical, straightforward... VERY NICE!! KUDOS!!
OMG, I have been dying for a Japanese apron! This is like an answer to a prayer. I am not a seamstress, either, but I think I could do this. Thank you so much!!!!
I love this ! I am making junk journals for 6 if my dear old friends, from high school, we meet once a year. I will be wrapping the journals in this cute apron .
Your ball gown is beautiful, what a gorgeous couple! Please thank your hubby for his service to our country. Farm life is amazing and being a new sewer, i havent tried an apron yet but want to try this. Thank you so much!
I love this apron I have made others as I wear them most days but This one is simple and and no tie straps the crisscrossed straps are great I’m having trouble with tieing my straps this will help so thank you so much
Quick note, if you leave selvedges on, be sure to cut into the edge ofnthe double weave or trim with pinking shears to allow fabric to relax as it will tighten over time and wrinkle up. My mom. Just finished an apron for me where she ran a casing for the hem and pulled a complimentary color tie through it and added a button centerline. Then at the waist height she put a loop at each side and a tab with a button hole at bellybutton area. All i do is put the button through the center tab, cinch up the sides and tie to side waist loops and now I have a harvest collecting pouch! I pop the pouch on the counter when i get inside to make an easy transfer. Its perfect when you forget your basket and theres more to collect than a handful!
Oh cute I bet it comes out great... oh thanks for the inspiration, I have fabric like yours but mine has a line of ants walking around on it and I think it will be so cute!
Hi, Neighbor!! I'm watching from South Georgia (for about the third time...lost my personal notes I took on it.) I love this tutorial and this pattern. I attempted one of these aprons before finding your video and had to give it to a skinny person because I made my own pattern and it just didn't go over (literally didn't go over ...my chest!) Your instructions are so clear and concise and I'm chalking that up to you being, like me, a utilitarian sewer and not a seamstress. I too have made very few garments (I can, but don't find it very enjoyable .. and face it, we can buy clothing cheaper than we can make it and my time is more valuable than that) but I enjoy making curtains, pillows, aprons, quilts, and baby blankets with matching burp cloths, etc. Thanks for not bogging us down with all of the seamstress terminology...this is a great tutorial!
10:07. I have two “sewing buddies” who are my helpers...one’s a ginger and the other ones black and I had to make them both beds so they can sit either side of me as I sew. They (and I) love it. 😺😺
Hi Constance!! Can I call you Connie? I love, love your apron !! Thank you so much for the video!! I love your video, too! Living in the country is the best life.. I was a city girl when I met my husband, 42 years ago. We’ve been married 41 years now and raised 14 children right out here in the woods. We are very blessed to have one of our sons, his wife and their two children live with us. They take care of us because they love us !! May God bless you with joy and happiness. You are a very natural teacher. Keep up the great job. From your new friend, Valerie
I`ll be back to look again. I like the apron, and you are an easy to follow person. Thanks for showing us all how to do this. Have a great 2022. Be well. Thanks again.
TYTYTY! I have been looking for this pattern forever! In part because I'm half Japanese and my mother had two. The other part is because I've had a stroke and only have use of my left arm and hand. Tie straps behind my back are impossible as you can imagine.
This a great design, thank you for sharing! I am a “fluffier” lady, lol. I think I will try using 60” wide fabric instead for the body, and adjust where the pockets get placed and the length of the straps. I have some sewing experience, so it shouldn’t be too difficult. I might even get creative and use some quilt squares for pockets or something. I think I need one with egg pockets, too. Now I need to dig out my own machine and dust it off and find the perfect fabric.
I’m in the “fuuufy” category as well. I have several yards of denim and some colorful chicken fabric that has been calling my name for a while and this is the perfect way to put them to use. Rather than double fold the denim and possibly destroy my sewing machine I wanted to use some of the chicken fabric to make bias tape to go around the edges as well as make egg pockets and a phone pocket.
Constance I am a quilter and I have got to say you did a FANTASTIC JOB on your Farm House apron! You went step by step and it was so very easy to follow for anyone and I loved seeing your fur baby as well! You really are a true seamstress don’t kid yourself! And older sewing machines are power houses! I have a much older Janome that I call my work horse then a much newer Babylock Allegro that I am breaking in (but I do use my back up 15 year old Janome lol)! Keep up the GREAT videos I for one really enjoyed this one and will be making your apron! Thank you for sharing!
Wonderfully done! I pin the straps on & try it on before sewing, because once all those hems are done its a real pain to re-do & Ive had to rework a number of mine because I hate how high up they are under my armpits! Beautiful fabric! I re-purpose nice bedsheets for mine- cheap & I dont care if they get ruined!
I have been using bedsheets for years for many things. In fact, I just made 3 peasant blouses from re-purposed sheets. Now I have to try this apron. Thanks for the video
I was thinking about using bed sheets too. Glad I came across your tip. I have some cute sheets that have always been a little rough, so they would be great fabric for this apron. White with pink roses.
I'm in the UK. Sheets, or more specifically duvet covers, are often the cheapest way to buy material here. But I would prefer something thicker for an apron. However, I love the idea of using two materials and making a reversible apron. Genius!
@@chrislusbytaylor3197 the curtains, drapes with the pleats on top that everybody is disposing because no longer in fashion are perfect, buy them at swap meet or second hand shops. Those fabrics are superb and the motifs you don't find them anymore. Even if they're being treated, after you wash them are perfectly ok . My most admired aprons are made of repurposed curtains and is so much fabric in one panel. Love
Thank you so much for this tutorial!!!!! Great job and such good detail, anyone should be able to make this great apron. Also, great information to use duck cloth for the long lasting durability and thickness to absorb the spills before getting to your garments. Constance, wonderful job and I so appreciate you for taking the time to make this tutorial.
What a gift you have for teaching! I just made an apron very similar to this one. I tried to do it on my own by watching videos on how to sew a Japanese apron but I kept getting lost. I had to sign up to sewing classes to get it done. Had I seen your video first, I would not have had to do that. You explained it so well and made it seem so easy-it was therapeutic to watch. I really liked the fabric you too. Thank you and God bless you and yours.
I can NOT thank you enough for this video. I JUST started working as a cook in an assisted living home and when I wash the dishes I get SOAKED and I've ruined a couple of shirts and knew I needed an apron. I only owned 3 (I love aprons as well) with the full front, and they pull at my neck, I'm so glad I found this video, THANK YOU!!
I make all aprons for family and friends and what I do pretty much all the time is make them out of used curtains. So much fabric and so many to find in the 2nd hand shops. If you have watched Maria in Sound of Music..... 'Think Aprons'.
Thanks everyone for the great feedback on this tutorial. I filmed a FOLLOW-UP VIDEO that answers how to adjust the measurements for any size person - including making child-sized aprons. You can see that here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EhNX9EKa4NA.html I have included an article on the website with references to the measurements, and a recap of the instructions here: cosmopolitancornbread.com/farmhouse-apron/ You can also a free PDF of the instructions there.
I love this apron. Thank God you’re not a seamstress or it would be way to complicated for me to make. My little granddaughter spills chocolate milk on her clothes every time she comes to my house, she doesn’t get to drink it at home. I am going to try to adapt it to her size. She will love it. Thank you so much for sharing this.
My mom made my apron, its got pockets. It’s a bib style because I tend to run hot, it has extra long ties so I can criss cross around and tie in front. She even sewed rick rack on it and it’s my most precious thing from her. She’s 83. So I think if it ever wears out I will have to use it as a pattern, then wash starch and frame it. Hang it on the wall. ❤️
Love your tutorial! I love your aprons because they are for real women. Not the frue frue that's just for show. Thank you. Now I want to make my adult daughters one each. 😊
I remember the first thing I learned to sew in home economics was an apron using 1 yard of cotton fabric and fold over binding for the straps. We had no pattern and it was a bib style with an embroidered pocket on the bib. Mine was in mauve gingham with a tic tac toe board embroidered on the pocket. We made it in the first half of the year and used it each class in the cooking term. I had that apron for decades, unfortunately it has been lost. It would be about 50 years old now. I am looking forward to making one of yours after I clear up some other projects as others have said.
Marion Hume oh my gosh you brought back memories. I made that apron in 1965 in 8th grade. Wish they still had sewing in schools for both boys and girls. So many boys and men are finally finding the craft.🧵
Townecrafter, I must be about 3 years behind you. I am pretty sure I was in 7th grade. If I was I can’t remember what we made in 8th. I was so proud of that little apron. I used it for years. If I remember correctly, the gingham was only 36 inches wide. I wish I still had the measurements since I have lost the apron. I didn’t grow up in a sewing household, but, my mum would sew our dance costumes etc.
I love all that material!.. , this is my first time ever seeing your video’s. I am almost 70 and this has been a trip down memory lane, as I was raised and also a young to much older wife, living what you would call your “Homestead” life. We just called it living on the farm, out in the “sticks” of rural mid east part of our state!🤓… …Hubby has passed, and now,I am retired and doing all the same things, on a very small scale, (in a smallish yard and tiny home…in a whole other southern coastal state). My wish for you, is that you have even as half (or a 100 percent more), the lovely journey, That mine has been being in a rural lifestyle…Either way, It shall truly,be a fine and joyous life for you and your family! Good Luck and good Life, dear!👍💪🏻🙏🏻💕
Thank you for sharing this apron & making the tutorial. I think you did a great job! BTW your sewing machine may need a good cleaning & depending on the age and model oiling/lubricating (an old needle can also be the culprit too). I have a 70 yr old & 25 yr old Singers that still sew great as long as I keep them cleaned & lubed. Thanks again for a great pattern & tutorial! :-)
The first time I cleaned my machine, I couldn’t remember how to get it back together easily. It became a puzzle 😂. I now take step by step pictures with my cell phone
For not being a seamstress, your explanations and step by step directions are so professional. Your apron is adorable can't wait to make one, thank you I enjoyed your tutorial very much, I'm watching from San Antonio, Tex. Thanks Maggie
You did very well! Love this pattern and style. I recently had surgery and a precious neighbor provided meals for my husband and i for 5 days. This will make a wonderful thank you gift! Gods timing is always perfect!
Constance, not that you need to be concerned about this as an occasional sewist, but to finish any raw edges as on the sewn down straps, use your pinking shears to finish them.
It's a sign! I too have some heavy-ish weight fabric I bought some time ago because it had cute chickens on it. Had nothing in mind for it, but figured something would present itself in time. This is the time! Thanks!
You did a GREAT job! TY so much for sharing this with us. I have wanted a cross over apron for a long time. I won't have to wear my old bath robe out to the chicken pen anymore!
Just a hint on the sewing machine - I have a similar one. Remove the presser foot and needle. Remove the whole bobbin case. You will have to unscrew things. Use a small brush to clean out the mechanism. A small gunk of lint will make for jamming and uneven stitches. You can also use a small vacuum hose or some computer blow out compressed air. I got my machine used to have a lighter weight one when I started making masks. I soon learned that every 25 or so masks, I needed to clean things up. Great apron idea. Think I found my Christmas gifts!
Agree on the cleaning- but compressed air can send dirt/lint into areas you can’t get to and may murder the machine.
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Your video was done a few years ago, Constance, and while you claim not to be a seamstress, you've done a wonderful job. I look forward to completing my own farmhouse apron, and I owe it all to your comprehensive teaching. Thank you for the time you spent on this video!
What a great video you made for your apron project! I have a granddaughter who is 13 and she would be able to make this easily with your video. It's much better not to be as "professional" but teach down to earth in easily understood words . The fact that you didn't stress or worry over what was perfect set me a little easy when things aren't as perfect as I thought they should be! Thank you. Can't wait for more!
Oh goodness, no. There are things that need to be sewn very precisely - my mom sews BARBIE clothes! But this simple apron is nothing to stress about. :)
Oh goodness, no. There are things that need to be sewn very precisely - my mom sews BARBIE clothes! But this simple apron is nothing to stress about. :)
I've been sewing since 1967. I think one of the most important steps is prewashing and ironing. I'm definitely going to make this. Most of my clothes have food stains. Your instructions are awesome.
Love, love, love this apron and your tutorial along with the measurements on your web site. So thank you very much for those!😊 The upper chest pocket is very clever and handy. However, I would strongly advise against keeping your cell phone there due to the electromagnetic frequencies it emits whether turned on or off - commonly known as radiation. No, it won't kill you overnight wearing it there, but it does have a cumulative effect on your body and specifically, breast cancer when against that location on your body. When 5G is everywhere in the coming year(s), it will be that much worse - deadly, in fact. Please do a little investigating into this; I'd suggest watching just about any YT video with Devra (yes, it's spelled with a V and not a B) Davis, an expert in this field and you won't need to be scientist to understand what she's saying. My YT channel just has folders of other people's videos that I liked, so I don't make any money from it. One of those folders is titled, "5G - A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing About to Devour Us". No I wouldn't expect you to watch all the videos, but I believe I've got a few of them in there that feature Devra Davis. I'll try to find one that has the one that most affected me to the point that made me decide not to own a cell phone. YIKES! Yes, I know I'm one of the few people in the U.S. who doesn't have one, and neither do I have any electronic devices with WIFI - not a phone, tablet, or laptop; just my desktop. And now I'm going to "Like" and put this video in my YT folder titled, "Aprons". Have a great day, and thanks again for the tutorial!
