Half Apron Pattern

Step 1

SKIRT: Cut a rectangle approximately 37x16.5" (94x42cm). See article for formula for any size.

Step 2

WAISTBAND: Cut a rectangle approximately 60x5" (152x13cm). See article for the formula for any size.

Step 3

LARGE POCKETS: Cut 2 pieces of fabric 11x11.5” (28x29cm).

Step 4

Cut the fabric for the skirt, waistband and pockets as above or with the formulas in the article if you wish to vary the sizing.

Step 5

Hem the sides of the apron - On the wrong side, press the sides over by ¼" (6mm) then ½ inch (12mm) to form a double hem. Stitch.

Step 6

Hem the bottom - On the wrong side, press the bottom edge over by ¼" (6mm) and ¾" (2cm) again. Stitch.

Step 7

Pockets - On the wrong side, press the sides and bottom of the pockets over by ½" (12mm). Press the top edge over by ¼" (6mm), then ¾" (2cm) again. Stitch the top edge only. Place the pockets on the skirt in your desired position and topstitch around the sides and bottom edge.

Step 8

Gather the top of the skirt. The finished gathered skirt should fit about ¾ of the way around your body. Mark center.

Step 9

Waistband - On the wrong side, press all edges over by ½" (12mm). Fold strap lengthwise with wrong sides together. Mark center.

Step 10

Open up waistband and match to center of skirt with right sides together. Stitch in the first crease.

Step 11

Fold waistband back up so the back hides the stitching. Stitch along the entire length of the waistband and ties.