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Free PDF Pattern & Tutorial: Upside Downside Apron {by The Crafty Kitty}

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I am very pleased to welcome Stephanie, of The Crafty Kitty, back to the Birch Blog to share yet another fabulous tutorial with you all!  Stephanie is committed to sewing organic, which makes it such a perfect partnership in our book.  Well that and her mad skillz.  That’s right… I spelt skillz with a “z”.  She’s that good.  Enjoy!

The Crafty Kitty | Upside Downside Reversible, Kid's Apron

 A quick sew, this reversible apron fits ages 2-5 years. Double the apron, for double the mess and double the FUN!

You will need:

Print out and assemble the pdf pattern. Cut apron (on the fold) from your 2 fabrics.

Cut the ribbon into 2 x 1 metre pieces (1 yard pieces should work too). Bind 1 end of each piece by using a very narrow zig zag stitch.

 
The Crafty Kitty | Upside Downside Reversible, Child's Apron
 

Next, pin, then baste loops and ribbons (non bound end) 1/4″ seam allowance.

The Crafty Kitty | Upside Downside Reversible, Child's Apron
 

Now, place main apron and lining apron, right sides facing. sew all the way around using 1/2″ seam allowance.

Making sure you leave a 2-3″ gap at the bottom of the apron for turning, trim seam allowance to 1/4″ and trim corners.

The Crafty Kitty | Upside Downside Reversible, Kid's Apron
 

Turn apron, right sides facing out. Finally, press and top stitch 1/8″ away from edge.

The Crafty Kitty | Upside Downside Reversible, Child's Apron

Options for customization:

  • Use a contrast top stitch
  • Add a simple rectangular pocket
  • Try adding, contrast bias binding or piping around the edges

This apron is great for role play as well as messy activities.

The Crafty Kitty | Upside Downside Reversible, Child's Apron
 

It makes a great, last minute, gift. Give the apron, on its own, paired with cookie cutters or a homemade playdough bakery set.


The Crafty Kitty | Upside Downside Reversible, Child's Apron
 
 

The apron ties by crossing the ribbons at the back, threading through the loops at the waist then tying together in the centre (see central image in collage above).

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Thank you to Stephanie for lending her beautiful project to us!  Head over to The Crafty Kitty to see what else she’s up to.  Follow her on Bloglovin’ too.  That way you’re sure to see it all. 🙂
 
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