Simplicity Sewing: Classic Denim Apron by Michele Muska

Intermediate | 34 min 44 sec

Classic Denim Apron
Overview00:39
Materials00:35

Sewing the Apron
Cut out and sew apron body11:12
Sew pockets and edges15:14

Sewing the Straps
Sewing straps and finishing07:06

Taught by Michele Muska

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Learn how to make a professional looking shop apron featuring ample pockets and crisscross straps with Michele Muska of Simplicity Patterns. Based on a vintage apron pattern, this classic design has been updated for the modern sewist and is available in three different versions for men, women and kids (Simplicity Pattern #8151). Equally at home in the wood shop, the painting studio, or the kitchen, we’ve dubbed this versatile cover-up the official apron of Creativebug.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Simplicity Pattern #8151
1 ¾ yards denim (or other utility fabric)
6" fusible interfacing
Thread
Pins
Fabric shears
Sewing machine with buttonhole foot
Denim sewing needle
Iron and ironing surface
Fabric marking pencil
Seam ripper
Bias tape (optional, if substituting for straps)

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Learn how to:

Make straps
Sew darts
Sew buttonholes
Apply interfacing and work with denim
Make sew-on pockets

What you’ll get:

Step-by-step expert instruction on making a denim shop apron featuring ample pockets and crisscross straps
5 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
Detailed supplies list and instructions from Simplicity Patterns instructor, Michele Muska
The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students