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Thursday, May 3, 2012

A "Shabby Chic" Apron From Denim Jeans


It's been a while since I've posted a sewing project. This one "just happened."
I was cleaning my sewing room and kept running across planned projects that never got off the ground. When I ran across a pair of cut-off denim jeans, I thought, "I should set these aside and make an apron." So, I did.
Then I ran across lace pieces I'd bought at a thrift store and decided these should be used with the denim cut-offs.
Well, once I had all those items piled up, I just had to quit cleaning and start
sewing. . .You know how that is. . .

Denim jeans. . .

 Cut down sides, leaving stitched seam. . .

Cut across top, leaving waist band. Apron will button in back, using the waist band. . .

Measure down 11". . .

And, cut. . .Now, I had my base to attach. . .

Lace. . .

And embellishments. . .lace, buttons, doilies, labels, ribbon. . .The possibilities are endless.

Did I get my sewing room cleaned?
No--not completely. But, I did get a nice Shabby Chic apron from the denim jeans. . .
Much more fun. . .

Want to know more about vintage aprons?
Here's a great post at Victory Vintage I think you'd enjoy:

30 comments:

  1. Old Time CindyMay 3, 2012 at 5:03 AM

    Cute! Cute! Cute! Aprons are on my to do list...someday.

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  2. marieMay 3, 2012 at 7:09 AM

    what a great idea. who doesn't have a pair of old jeans they could use to make this? i know is do. thanks for the instructions, too.

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  3. BethMay 3, 2012 at 9:40 AM

    Wow this is so cute! i liked it so much i went back and put a link for it on my apron post!
    Thanks.
    Beth

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  4. LauraMay 3, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    beautiful!!!!!!!!
    I want one!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  5. EtcetorizeMay 3, 2012 at 4:41 PM

    This is so cute! I love all the different layers of lace together. If you're looking for another place to share your awesome tutorial, head on over to Etcetorize (http://etcetorize.blogspot.ca/2012/04/make-it-great-monday_29.html) Party is still on!

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  6. SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...PernillaMay 4, 2012 at 2:28 AM

    Adorable! I love it :)
    Greetings from Australia♥
    ~Pernilla

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  7. Shabby chic SandyMay 4, 2012 at 3:14 AM

    That is adorable--I love it!

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  8. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 4, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    Very pretty! I have this on my "to do" list and even printed out another blogger's tutorial a couple of months ago. I'm even thinking of trying it as a skirt once I do the apron.

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  9. Kim GillianMay 4, 2012 at 11:28 AM

    I love aprons and I love this idea! Great job!

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  10. Myric May 4, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    This is so cute! Great for recycling old skirts and shorts! I can also do this as skirts! You are very creative.

    There is a link party going on in my blog today. I would LOVE for you to share this :)
    http://myricandreasen.blogspot.com/2012/05/link-party-and-give-away.html

    xoxo
    Myric

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  11. EllenaElizabethMay 6, 2012 at 11:34 PM

    Now that's actually a good idea for old jeans. Well done, I like it very much. Thanks for sharing.

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  12. andrea@townandprairieMay 9, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    I love old denim with creamy whites. WIsh I could sew!

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  13. chateau chicMay 9, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    Sooo cute!! Love this denim jeans apron.
    Mary Alice

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  14. Doll in the Looking GlassMay 9, 2012 at 6:35 PM

    This is the cutest apron! Just last week I put a pair of jeans in the donate box and then had second thoughts and pulled them out. So glad I kept them -- now I have a reason.

    Visiting from Share Your Cup Thursday, Debra

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  15. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 11, 2012 at 12:20 AM

    How cute is this? I love all your darling lace embellishments. I recently made an apron from a couple of my old shirts. Isn't it fun making something out of an item that otherwise would have ended up in the thrift basket? Thanks for sharing this with Share Your Cup. I love it! I am now following you.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  16. NannMay 11, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    This apron is about the cutest thing I've ever seen. And you give the tutorial so I honestly think I could do this. What a darling idea. Just love it. Came over from Share your Cup. SO glad I did. Your blog is charming. And I'm your newest follower. I too am fairly new (5 mos.) and have come to just love the blogging world. Some really neat folks out there.

    Nann
    atnannstable.blogspot.com

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  17. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 16, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    Hi cutie, just wanted to pop over and say that I will be featuring your darling denim apron on my blog later today. Thanks for sharing.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  18. David HudsonMay 17, 2012 at 5:29 AM

    I enjoyed reading & I must say that I was very impressed with your writing skills. Keep up the good work it's very refreshing to see someone like you :)

    jeans suppliers

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  19. me timeJuly 1, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    Thank you so much for a great tutorial.... It's just to cute and it became my first sewing project, plus i will no doubt make more for myself! lol Thank you once again

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  20. Pam @Threading My WayJanuary 25, 2013 at 5:44 AM

    This is adorable and a fabulous way to reuse a pair of pre-loved jeans. Lace and denim just go so well together. I would love you to share this at our Ongoing Linky that's just for Denim Refashioning

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  21. Linda K.March 26, 2013 at 9:04 PM

    Your jean aprin is a big hit on Facebook the last couple of days! It is the cutest apron I have every seen. Loved your idea! Thanks for posting about it.
    Linda
    Queen Bee Cottage

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  22. Linda K.March 26, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    You jean apron is a popular post on facebook the last couple of day and is the cutest apron I have ever seen! Thanks for posting.
    Linda
    Queen Bee Cottage

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  23. JunkchiccottageApril 20, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    ADORABLE!!!!!! Just ADORABLE!!!!
    Kris

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  24. UnknownApril 24, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    Hi,

    What did you do with the remaining part of the jean? Could you suggest a tutorial for a small purse with it? thanks!!!

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  25. claudiaMay 16, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    My granddaughter wants to be a cowgirl, wonderful idea for her skirt. Love your blog! Claudia

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  26. My Recent Favorite BooksAugust 16, 2013 at 1:42 PM

    So cute!! =)
    Found your blog on Pinterest, and love it!

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  27. UnknownSeptember 14, 2015 at 4:10 PM

    This is just too darling! I just love it and now I want to make one, too.

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  28. AnneSeptember 24, 2015 at 8:42 AM

    Howdy from a fellow Arkansan!!! This is a beautiful apron! I've got a post on Craft Gossip scheduled for later today that links to your tutorial: http://sewing.craftgossip.com/?p=84603 --Anne

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  29. Alegría VivianaAugust 8, 2020 at 9:13 AM

    Muy femenino y delicado!! Es preciosisimo!! Gracias por compartirlo

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  30. TerryDecember 27, 2020 at 7:12 PM

    Cute apron, I want to make one! Your tutorial looks easy to follow. Thank you for sharing your idea. Terry

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