Tuesday, March 17, 2009

A Flowery Apron

I started this apron last week, for something to work on. I was lacking in inspiration, and so it kind of sat...unfinished...in my projects bag for a few days.

Until this weekend! Our congregation organized a silent auction to raise money for our Young Men and Young Women to attend their various camps this year. Members of our ward donated services, items and experiences. (Seriously - we had everything from flat screen computer monitors to a football signed by Steve Young to Yankee's tickets!) I donated an apron, but was unable to attend the auction to find out who won it.

On Sunday, I found out, and BOY was I excited! The apron is destined for a vivacious little girl in our ward. She has a wacky sense of humor and a head full of gold ringlets. When her mother found out that I was working on a "Hawaiian print" apron at home, she knew that was the one she had to have! Once I knew this apron was meant for that little girl, I suddenly had no problems finishing it off.

I've perfected my skirt technique, and I really like it.


The straps are so long, they wrap around and tie in the front. I love it!

The patch at the top is a pocket, and my first attempt at machine embroidery. What do you think?

My daughter didn't want to part with it, but after I told her who it was for, she relinquished her claim and asked for a movie as a parting prize. Works for me! I sure hope our golden haired friend likes it, too!

9 comments:

Su said...

That's so cool! I love the fabric you chose.

Lori B said...

How adorable! I love it.

the 6 o'clock stitch said...

This apron is DARLING!

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littletoesandcheerios said...

I love it!!! So cute on her.

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Unknown said...

I would love to see the boy version. :)

The Peacock Pearl said...

too cute! blog hoppin' the night away!

Lauree said...

adorable apron and little lady! just wanted to day howdy, i have never met another aunt lolo. that is what my family calls me. well just lolo, but my nieces and nephews call me aunt lolo.

cheers!

shelia said...

she is soooo cute and the apron is fab too!

Mama Snow said...

This is an adorable apron and I love how unique it is. Thanks for donating an apron to the ultimate blog party. I hope I win one of your aprons!