I've blogged about this smock before, but I still get emails from people asking about it, and since I just made another one I thought it would be fun to share it again. As far as smocks go, I really really love this pattern. It's super easy to make and wears well. More details about it can be found in that linked post, however, I was not able to locate the pattern on the Simplicity website. (Check etsy or ebay sellers who sell the out-of-print patterns if you are interested in finding it.)
I made this one without the contrasting fabric and elastic-gathered sleeves, and can slip it over my head without any ties or buttons down the back. See? Easy! It's rather plain--a real no-nonsense working garment. Ready for anything; gardening, cooking, housework. Lightweight cotton fabric is perfect for summer, but does need to be pressed (just a little) after washing because it wrinkles. So if you hate ironing you might want to choose another fabric. Personally, I don't mind a few wrinkles. This cute print was last year's pick from Joann's (I think).
A fair-weather weekend is rolling in...and with my new smock and a straw hat--I 'm ready to go strawberry picking!
Thank you for the post and the idea. This does look to be the perfect Summer smock. Needed now that the heat has arrived to the foothills.
Posted by: Mary | June 24, 2011 at 02:10 PM
I love the smocks--they look so comfortable and "vintage!" By the way, I think you are inspiring the entire embroidering world! I just bought a fistful of Aunt Martha's embroidery iron-ons for her birthday. I looove the stuff you sell in your own shop!--Cheryl
Posted by: cheryl | June 24, 2011 at 02:14 PM
Lovely smock! But where do you get the wooden hangers????
Posted by: Jan | June 24, 2011 at 03:00 PM
Cute, cute smock--BUT--ADORABLE hanger!!!
Posted by: Sharon M. | June 25, 2011 at 07:48 AM
I'd love to find the pattern for that smock...I'd make several and they could be my summer uniform.
Posted by: Vee | June 25, 2011 at 05:22 PM
I love a smock.. this seems to cute to get dirty though!
Posted by: pam | June 26, 2011 at 11:35 AM
The smock is really cute -- the hanger is wonderful, too!
Posted by: Lisa | June 28, 2011 at 12:54 PM
I've always liked your smocks. They look so comfortable, and that perfectly handy pocket is something I could surely use. I've never felt very comfortable sewing clothes, but something like this may be something doable for me. I'd love the choosing of fabrics I think.
I hope you all had a nice time picking strawberries. I picked a few ripe raspberries the other day, but so far, we haven't many.
Lena
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