I made this pinafore for the August and September Tie One On. My goal was to do it in under two hours and to use what I had. I had never made a pinafore or my own pattern before. I took some quick measurements using Jane’s school uniform and started drawing. And phew – it worked!
I am very happy that it all came together so well. It was a huge accomplishment for me to make my own pattern and get it done in a little over the two hours. It makes me smile when I see it because it has a lot of sentimental value, too. When Jane was smaller and we would be fabric shopping, I would point to different fabrics and ask her, "Do you recognize this?" It always kept her busy in the shop while I made my purchases. Sometimes we still do this, but more often it is Jane asking Kate and me instead. When I gave the apron to her, I asked Jane if she recognized the fabric. She didn’t (I didn’t think she would). Then I told her, "This is the fabric you had in your room when you were a baby. It was the bumpers and the bed skirt on your crib." She looked at me wide-eyed and then smiled. She said, "I remember now." Although I know better, part of me thinks she just might.
Back view – sorry for the fuzzy photo!
This fabric and pattern are lovely. How beautiful and how special to have been able to use something that brings back memories for you.
This. is. adorable.
LOVE it!!!!
What an accomplishment – an adorable pattern and such a sentimental fabric choice! Beautiful.
Hi there… Love your Tie One On Pinafore, so cute!!
Can I ask you, what COLOR your paint is on the wall behind the pinafore… Via the photograph, it is the EXACT color I am looking for to paint a room in my house. I know it probably is different in person, but it is sure CLOSE to what I am looking for…
Thanks for any tips you can give me.
That is such an adorable apron- did you happen to sell (or buy?) her crib bedding on e-bay? I fell totally in love with a set on there- probably almost 6 years ago- made of that fabric and I didn’t win the auction. I am still sad about it! That is really the cutest apron though- I love your blog!