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1920s Style Aprons

Posted on March 5, 2014July 28, 2015 by Martha

The past week I have been experimenting with aprons again, the pattern inspired by the aprons in my 1920s Herrschner’s catalogs. I used this same pattern for my Valentine apron, but this time I am changing it up a little by using vintage linens and adding embroidered details. To make them hang better and look nicer on the inside, the aprons and pockets are all lined with white or ivory vintage sheeting.

The first apron was cut from half of a vintage damask tablecloth and a Madeira cutwork linen napkin, the embroidered corner of of which was used on the neckline, while the opposite plain corner decorates the pocket. I added some running stitches and floral embroidery, and cut the bias tape out of a small floral scrap. Twill tape in a natural shade was used for the ties.

1920s-Damask-Embroidered-Apron-front

1920s-Damask-Embroidered-Apron-side

1920s-Damask-Embroidered-Apron-back

The second apron is made from the other half of the damask tablecloth, but this time I used a vintage embroidered antimacassar set on the neckline and the pockets. I love the crocheted edging on these pieces. For this apron I used a slightly larger bias tape maker (the 3/4″ instead of 1/2″), and I like it much better. Some of the seams are a little thick where the embroidered pieces are set in, and this slightly wider bias tape is easier to work with. Also, I think it’s nice to be able to see more of the colorful little prints.

1920s-Damask-Antimacassar-Apron-front

1920s-Damask-Antimacassar-Apron-side

The last apron is made with a piece of vintage pillow ticking and another Madeira linen napkin. The embroidery is simple on this apron because of the busy print, but I did add a couple of cute vintage buttons to the pockets and pink ribbon ties. The binding is vintage all-cotton bias tape (Trimtex – 6 yards for 10ยข). I can’t get enough of that old bias tape.

1920s-Ticking-Apron-front

1920s-Ticking-Apron-side

Today I am drafting a new pattern which is more loose fitting and tie-less. So far I’m really liking it.

9 thoughts on “1920s Style Aprons”

  1. Nancy says:
    March 5, 2014 at 10:23 pm

    Your aprons are beautiful! I love how you’ve used vintage embroidered linens. But they are too beautiful to use!!! Did you make the pattern or use a purchased one? I like the wider bias tape, too.

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  2. Chris says:
    March 5, 2014 at 10:28 pm

    Wow Martha I love them all especially number 2.
    I,collect embroidered linen and,you’ve made great use of yours.

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  3. Mickie says:
    March 6, 2014 at 4:18 am

    They are gorgeous! I love them all but the second one is my favorite. What a wonderful way to repurpose our beloved antique linens! Hugs and stay warm! Mickie

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  4. Little Penpen says:
    March 6, 2014 at 5:24 am

    Oh my goodness! They are all so beautiful! Love them!

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  5. Lisa says:
    March 6, 2014 at 5:47 am

    Oh my, those are gorgeous! Can’t wait to see what you come up with next. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  6. Sharrieboberry says:
    March 7, 2014 at 4:19 pm

    They are all lovely. I do like the pink flowers at the neckline on the second apron. Can’t scrub the floors in these! ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  7. Nan says:
    April 5, 2014 at 7:40 pm

    Martha, as usual you did a beautiful job on all of the aprons. Especially love the one with the embroidered flowers and crochet edges.
    Can’t see me using these and actually doing cooking or housework but they would be great for special occasions. ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  8. Jeanette Healey says:
    May 30, 2024 at 1:04 am

    Theyโ€™re gorgeous, did you make your own pattern. Is the neck back got a seam?

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    1. Martha says:
      May 30, 2024 at 9:29 am

      Thanks, Jeanette. I did draw my own pattern and the seams are on the shoulder.

      Reply

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