Ok, first, I want to thank everyone for the comments that they left over here.
I am very happy with this apron and plan on making more. I have one almost complete, but I am not as happy with it. The stitching does not look nearly as nice as and it really bothers me.
I am using a different machine and it is not cooperating. Tomorrow I am going to bring in my machine and see if it is any better. If it isn’t Shawn has ok’d me to get a new machine, but I will have to wait until next week to get it most likely.
For now I have plans to make coordinating aprons for the kids, butchers aprons for the kids, more half aprons, and full aprons for adults. I do have the pattern for an art smock for the kids but I don’t have the material for it yet. I am looking for an oil-cloth or flannel backed plastic for it so that paint and other such things don’t leak through.
So in the mean time I am going to start the giveaway tonight. It will run until Sunday, June 15th at midnight. The winner will be drawn sometime Monday, OMSH style. All you have to do to enter is leave a comment here. International shipping isn’t a problem, so feel free to enter.
I am going to give away Lisa, the apron I am currently working on. Lisa is made from the same material as the pockets and waistband on June, with green bias around the pockets and bottom.
Lisa is named after Eva Gabor’s character in Green Acres. While not perfect, she still gets the job done (in her own way) and looks good doing it.
And yes, I am naming the aprons after tv mom’s and wives. June was named for June Cleaver. I am naming them after I make them. I have a Lucy in my head, but haven’t found her yet, but as soon as I do you’ll be the first to know. So check back in a few days and hopefully I’ll have another one done.
Rhi says:
I love that you’re making more!! The first one was darling!!
June 9th, 2008 at 9:54 pm
Melissa says:
Yeah! I love the choice for Lisa…especially with green trim.
June 9th, 2008 at 11:06 pm
lynne says:
I meant to comment the other day when I saw your lovely apron over at SAJ’s. I think they are beautiful and it’s a wonderful idea to make and sell aprons on your Etsy shop, especially the children’s smock’s for painting. I wish you well on your venture.
June 10th, 2008 at 1:06 am
bluejaye says:
Time to set up the factory. I think it is as easy to make several at a time as it is to just make one.
I have kids do a lot of the turning if a strap needs turned right side out.
A new machine will make a world of difference.
Here’s to making enough to pay for it!!! Cheers.
June 10th, 2008 at 6:25 am
SAJ says:
I just have to chime in and say YAY! GO! YOU! But you really should throw my comment because it would not be fair if I won Lisa.
June 10th, 2008 at 6:32 am
Karin says:
Absolutely beyond cheerful! Love the colors, the fabrics, patterns. Very cute. I also love the naming convention you’ve chosen - very unique. Best of luck selling them!
June 10th, 2008 at 7:29 am
DeeJay says:
Lisa huh?!!
“He doesn’t even have his license yet Lisa.”
June 10th, 2008 at 8:56 am
Lulu says:
Lisa looks so lovely! I can’t WAIT for more aprons, I am apron addicted!
June 10th, 2008 at 8:57 am
K says:
I love June! You are so talented. I am still a rookie at the sewing machine
June 10th, 2008 at 8:59 am
Jummy says:
I love the inspiration for the apron names—very clever!
June 10th, 2008 at 9:46 am
Amanda says:
I love aprons! And I love me some Green Acres! That’s my favorite cheesy sit-com. I can only imagine how sweet Lisa is going to turn out
I’m so happy that you started making these adorable aprons, CC.
June 10th, 2008 at 11:13 am
Anna says:
Oh CC!!!! That apron is fantastic! I have a few apron patterns up my sleeve but at my rate it will be years before they happen.
I love yours!!!
So cute and whimsical, the idea for the names, love that too!
(This reminds me….I have not forgotten about your earrings, we just havent done a bake for a while, you are still on my list though:)
Anyway, good luck with the sewing machine whoas, i hear you with the frustrations!
June 10th, 2008 at 11:35 pm
Lisa says:
not only is the apron adorable, but my name is Lisa - so i think i NEED that apron!! also, i am the world’s messiest cook
June 11th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
ioi says:
‘Sounds like a fun project! I could definitely use an apron. I’ve been meaning to make myself one for a few years now, and I’ve only gotten as far as getting the fabric. Babies tend to re-organize priorities!
June 11th, 2008 at 9:20 pm
Deanna says:
Thanks for making these adorable aprons. Since I recently became a SAHM I can’t stop from wearing aprons when I’m in the kitchen. I would love a cute new one!
June 12th, 2008 at 6:48 pm
One Scrappy Gal says:
The apron you made is beautiful!! When I went to buy it on etsy… it had already been sold! Bummer!
June 14th, 2008 at 4:20 pm
The Chatty Housewife says:
I love aprons! I love aprons made by people I know even better!
June 14th, 2008 at 10:34 pm
citystreams says:
Yay! I love the idea of naming them after TV wives. You are so creative CC! I’m impressed.
June 15th, 2008 at 2:03 am
Carrie says:
How did I miss this? June was so cute, I better comment to win Lisa!
June 15th, 2008 at 5:12 am
TheAngelForever says:
Gorgeous creations. You and SAJ are so talented - love all of the photos too!
June 15th, 2008 at 8:17 am
DeeJay says:
Guess I commented in the wrong place. D’oh!
June 15th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
miraty says:
The colors are wonderful. Fantastic job!
June 15th, 2008 at 7:42 pm
bethany actually says:
Did you forget to close comments? Can you add me to the drawing?
June 16th, 2008 at 2:47 am
Vicki says:
Hey, am I too late. I LOVE your darling aprons.
June 16th, 2008 at 4:59 am
Mindy says:
I love aprons! I just got my very own sewing machine and see lots of fun things ahead! Your aprons are so so so cute! Way to go!
June 16th, 2008 at 5:01 am
Jodi B says:
These are so cute….love them!
June 16th, 2008 at 6:30 am
Audrey says:
Oops, posted it in the wrong spot…
Love the aprons!! They make me want to bake - wearing cute kitten heels and a flouncy outfit.
June 16th, 2008 at 7:35 am
Island Mummy says:
What a talented family! Your aprons are gorgeous and I have no idea how you finish them so beautifully! I’m a beader not a sewer!
Nice choices of fabric too. You just need one of those shirt-dresses with a big poofy skirt and some pointy-toed stillettos!
June 16th, 2008 at 7:59 am
franticallysimple says:
I’m typing as fast as I can so I don’t get shut out! Adorable! Can’t wait to see Lucy! I love exclamation points!
June 16th, 2008 at 8:04 am
Michelle says:
Hi CC - Is it still okay to comment and enter? I loved the June apron you made, and can’t wait to see more! BA’s idea of naming them after tv moms was brilliant! You are so talented :o)
Michelle
June 16th, 2008 at 8:11 am