Originally Posted by lclang

There is a pattern on the internet for a no-sew apron made from a t-shirt. It uses some artful cutting and makes a cover up that looks and functions like an apron. It gives the impression that the person is "working" rather than that they need a bib. They are absorbent, easily washable, have no buttons or closures to worry about and look nice. Used t-shirts from the thrift store work wonderfully and if you buy them on "bag day" they are cheap to make. I think men would like the dark colored ones or maybe with "manly" designs such as motorcycles or cars on the front.