Wednesday, June 23, 2010

First Sewing Attempt: Apron

Remember a while back how I said that I wanted to learn how to sew? Well, armed with my Aunt's trusty Kenmore sewing machine and my Mom and Aunt at my side to walk me through the steps, we set out to sew an apron. Mind you, this was supposed to be a simple, "easy" pattern as the package said. Hahahah! I beg to differ.

First off, if you are learning how to sew, and if you are anything like me (excited, focused, etc), you will need a seam ripper! I. used. mine. all. the. time.

Seriously, just when I thought things were going my way, I realized I wasn't sewing all the way through my hem, or my bias tape was slipping off. (Yes, I pinned and pinned and pinned to no avail).

About 20 hours later, (no joke)(ok, maybe a *slight* exaggeration,) I was finished! I couldn't have done it without my Mom and Aunt. The whole process was fun, only because they were doing it with me.





I can't wait to try to make some other things- I am *sew* excited for my newest hobby!

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10 comments:

  1. the thrifty baJune 23, 2010 at 8:02 PM

    you should be excited-that is adorable!

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  2. Carolyn @ My Backyard EdenJune 23, 2010 at 11:13 PM

    That is adorable! You did a great job. I love the red trim and rick rack.

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  3. UnknownJune 23, 2010 at 11:13 PM

    This is awesome. Way better job on your first sew project than I am doing on mine.

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  4. The Autocrat: HaleyJune 24, 2010 at 12:08 AM

    Fabulous job!! Love the fabric selection with the red. For some reason red always says "Kitchen" to me. Congrats on learning how to sew!!

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  5. Christine ~ JAZ CreationsJune 24, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    Turned out fantastic! You would never know that you just started sewing!

    Christine

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  6. mleJune 24, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    You did an outstanding job for your first try!!!

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  7. mleJune 24, 2010 at 11:09 AM

    ok that didn't come out right - the apron looks outstanding!! the fact that it was your first time is amazing : )

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  8. AmyJune 24, 2010 at 11:26 AM

    I can totally relate. I have been sewing for 6 months and it still takes me 3 times as long to make something as it should. Your apron turned out GREAT! This is a very impressive first project. Thanks for sharing!

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  9. berg4June 24, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    Great job - I wish I was brave enough to learn to sew. Being excited & focused get in the way though :)

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  10. kathleenFebruary 25, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    this apron is absolutely adorable! great project to start with. What pattern is this? Mccalls? I can't seem to find an apron I like, but I think I saw something like this just yesterday at Hobby Lobby in the Mccalls, or maybe Simplicity pattern book. Lovely!

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