Polka-Dots This Time

Another apron-smock finished!  It's a reverse of this one, same pattern.  From same re-purposed duvet cover.  Only I seamed up the back this time, and left an opening big enough so I can just slip this on over my head.  Didn't put elastic in the sleeves either, just left them loose.  I like how breezy and comfortable this is.  I'm imagining how perfect it will be for summer days spent in the garden or in the kitchen making jam.  It definitely has that casual, carefree summer vibe.  Click on the image for a larger view, and take a gander over here to see the back. 

I can't convey enough, how much I love this type of facing.  Love it.  It's a facing and a bodice all in one.  All so neat and tidy on the inside too.  What's more, trim, lace, or rick-rack can be added as you top-stitch it into place just by sliding it underneath as you go along. 

More rick-rack across the pocket.  And that chick there?  Well, it's the LAST of the wool blanket projects.  Can you believe it?  That magic blanket has finally been reduced to a pile of scraps.  I was beginning to wonder if it would ever happen, weren't you?  Now it's time to get started on that pattern booklet, eh? 

Comments

[Michelle]

If there are still scraps then isn't the possibility of more wool blanket projects! : )

I love your aprons. What ever happened to the boy kitty that was hanging around? Is he still about?

[lily boot]

Definitely time for the blanket booklet - I cannot wait to buy it. The projects you have created from one thrifted blanket have delighted me every time. I'm also very inspired by your use of old duvet covers - now I venture into bedding shops regularly to check out the on sale duvet covers - lots of possibilities! Thanks :-)

[barbara]

That fabric is so wonderful - I love seeing it in all of its new incarnations.

[heidi]

I just LOVE your apron!...and the fabric!... and the rick-rack!!! Such a charming blog you have! I always enjoy it! Definitely going on my list of favorites!...Heidi :)

[Teresa]

Would those smocks be "two for the price of one" or "Buy one, Get One free"? From your inspiration I took down an old (cheap) king size fitted sheet to use for......something?

[tammyCA]

I like the choice of material you used on the smock...and, the cute little critter in the pocket.
Today I finally made a lamb from your pattern. It turned out cute, but I need to tweak the next one so it has more of a nose. My next one is from a thrifted sweater - turns out that it is made from lambs wool! lol. I'm stuffing them with old cotton stuffing I ripped out of my chairs in upholstery class. I just threw the huge wad into a zippered pillowcase & washed it in hot water. It works great in these stand up animals. Now, I need to go thru my vintage patterns because I am sure I have one for stuffed animals.

[Paula]

Once again the smock is just lovely? I love the colours - the blue is like the sky on a bright spring morning. I've been trying to get a pattern for a fisherman's smock so i can make one in floral fabric but as I can't find one so I might just buy myself a pattern for an apron smock. You've inspred me.

[Natalie]

Sometimes I think of your blog as color and form therapy... you do so many beautiful things that I find uplifting, satisfying and pleasant. Just looking at you blog pages puts me in a brighter state of mind.

[June]

I love the smock, it's making me think of making a painting version, too. And the little chick is so sweet and a perfect use of the last of your little wool blanket bits.

[Kristin]

oh it is lovely!! I'd love to see a full picture of the hanger too. did you make that? its beautiful!

[Miss Paula]

Ok, so....Are you going to take my order for a smock??? I love it!! Great job!

[Dana]

I love the smock! I have never seen a garden smock before...Maybe those of us in the south figure we would smolder wearing one more thing while gardening! :-) As always, your blog is a great inspiration and a pleasant little place to visit!

[Periwinkle Vintage]

Okay, here's how to use those scraps--cut them into little squares, (about 1") and then string them on a long piece of sturdy string--although I recommend fish line--inserting a jingle bell about every foot or so. Make a long garland for your mantel at Christmas, or over a door, whatever. I saw this in a mag a few years ago, so I made one, and it's country-licious!
Cheryl