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Cross-Back Linen Apron
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Cross-Back Linen Apron

A Japanese-style pinafore apron drafted from rectangles — no pattern to buy, sized to your own measurements.

Beginner3 hours$45-$75Amazon5 items

Instructions

1. Cut two rectangles of linen fabric, each measuring 30 in x 40 in.

2. Cut two strips of linen fabric, each measuring 4 in x 40 in, for the straps.

3. Hem all edges of the two large rectangles by folding over 1/4 in and sewing with a straight stitch.

4. Hem the long edges of the strap pieces by folding over 1/4 in and sewing with a straight stitch.

5. Pin the straps to the top corners of the large rectangles, aligning the raw edges.

6. Sew the straps to the rectangles with a straight stitch, 1/4 in from the edge.

7. Fold the apron in half lengthwise, right sides together, and sew the side seams with a straight stitch, 1/2 in from the edge.

8. Turn the apron right side out and press the seams flat with an iron.

What you'll need

2 ydlinen fabricbuy → 1 ydlinen fabricbuy → 1pinsbuy →
straight stitch sewing machineyou have this
ironyou have this
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