My "Upcycled" aprons
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#1
01-14-2012For those not familiar with the term, upcycling is taking something already made and turning it into something else. In this case I have taken thrift store clothing and curtains, and turned them into aprons. Also cargo pants turned into a book bag. See what you think!
Solid olive added for bib, strap, ties and pocket
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Apron made from a woman's jumper. Original embroidery and buttons remain.
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Repurposed a macrame belt for these.
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Man's shirt front, placket stitched closed. Small chest pocket removed
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Wide floral border, ties and pocket added.
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Detail showing placket.
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Heavy red man's shirt, back and part of sleeves used for skirt. Bias cut binding used.
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Detail of pocket and trim print fabric
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Ties from sleeves and print waistband
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This was made from a curtain. Contrast check already attached.
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Detail of contrast border and pocket
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ME fabric used for ties and binding
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Book bag from cargo jeans. Lots of usable pockets!
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Original brand label left on.
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#6
debbieumphress , 11-20-2010 03:04 AM
Super Member
Nice ideas. I love to shop at thrift stores for things. I even buy older aprons and UPscale the. Thanks fro sharing your ideas.
#7
bearisgray , 11-20-2010 03:29 AM
Power Poster
TodayI would LOVE to have the jumper apron. I need LOTS of coverage!
The other aprons look like what my Grandma B used to make - and I'm still using them now.
Clever ideas.
The other aprons look like what my Grandma B used to make - and I'm still using them now.
Clever ideas.
#8
how smart, clever, and Cute! This must have been a fun thing to do. Your recipients are going to be tickled.
#10
Since my dad always joked about my cake baking I think an apron from one of his shirts would be a perfect memento. Thanks for the idea.
