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Happy New Year everyone!  Every New Year brings with it renewed hope, dreams and ambitions.  One of my ambitions this year includes de-cluttering and what would be helpful in that department?  How about a fresh apron to keep my clothes clean!   Whatever your ambitions are this year, a nice, new apron is always a delight.  So today I'm sharing  a couple more lovely vintage apron patterns from the World War II era.   They come from a vintage sewing book and you will need to draft pattern pieces before you begin sewing. Previous sewing experience will be helpful when using these patterns and following the original directions. Utility Apron Instructions as they were originally printed: The pattern pieces (additional instructions for how to draft your pattern are found at the end of this post): Taffeta Party Apron Now, of course, after the hard work is done it's time to celebrate! And what better way to celebrate than to doll up in a new taffeta party apron...

As promised, here is another great apron pattern from the same vintage World War II pattern book as the last pattern.  This pattern is a bit more challenging but the end result is worth it.  What a classic, lovely style! Previous sewing experience will be helpful when using this pattern and following the original directions. The instructions as originally printed: You will need to draft your pattern using the following scale.  Each square represents an inch. Back view of the finished apron: For additional helpful information, check my previous post. You can find it  here.   It includes information about how to scale your pattern and how to gather your fabric by machine.  I've got a couple more of these gems so check back soon!

This pretty little half apron pattern comes from a vintage 1945 pattern book.  There are several apron patterns in this book and I'll be sharing some of them over the next few days for your enjoyment. You could make this apron in plaid as indicated or it would be just as cute in floral or novelty fabric.   Previous sewing experience will be helpful.  However, if the instructions are followed carefully even a beginner could tackle this sewing project. The instructions are printed here.  The "How to Make Patterns" description follows the pattern diagrams below. Pattern diagrams to draft.  Each square represents 1": The following information will help you to draft your patterns. You'll want to refer back to this information for future apron patterns from this pattern book series: Back view of this half apron: I love the look of this half apron and the ruffle detailing.  A perfect apron for entertaining!   I'll be posting several more apron patterns from t...

This adorable kitten softie is part of the  Kitty Family Vintage Toy Animal Sewing Pattern  that's been very popular in my Etsy shop for some time now.  The kitten is super easy to sew with minimal pieces and can be made out of scrap fabric. This little cutie was part of an iron transfer pattern and you'll need to enlarge the pattern pieces to the size desired.  The pattern includes a 1/4" seam allowance.   The original pattern main body measures about 8" from top of ears to bottom of paws but these pattern pieces can be reproduced any size you'd like.  Simply cut out the pattern pieces and follow the directions indicated.  For the face, use your favorite transfer pen or transfer method, then embroider. This is what mama kitty looks like and the family together is really sweet.  This vintage pattern is I think from the 1950s and I've heard several nostalgic stories from the fond memories this little family congers up. If you'd like to purchase the...