by pennyhal 16 Jun 2012

Aprons for craft shows

I've started making aprons to sell at craft shows so that I'd have something less expensive for people to buy than my $90 jackets. Like others, I've been debating the pros and cons of using blanks or making my own aprons. This is a photo of a blank the second one is one I made myself. They both cost practically the same. The difference being the time it took to actually make one, but the better quality in the fabric in the one I made and the adjustable neck tie I included. IMO, I think the blank is just as good as the one I made and sure took a lot less time! I'm thinking I should make the neck time adjustable on the blank apron. Still trying to decide on that!

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Comments (15)

by pennyhal 17 Jun 2012

Just found out how to add the second photo! This is the handmade one.

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by moyed 17 Jun 2012

Both aprons are beautiful.
hugs Helen

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by highlandermom 16 Jun 2012

Neat design. My dil uses apron when bathing kids helps repel some of the water. The youngest a water olympic game. I made her a adjustable apron just for that. So I am sure these ought to sell for the cooks and for those in need of staying little drier when cleaning kids and pets. Blanks would be my choice looking into. Wish best for you!

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by zedna 16 Jun 2012

Lovely...well done!

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by mariagiannina 16 Jun 2012

Great work, Penny! I buy blanks if I can get the colour I want, and just and just make the neck tie adjustable too. Takes a lot less time!

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by pennyhal 17 Jun 2012

Thanks! I only buy black or white. That way I don't have to worry about the colors I use in the embroidery designs I put on them. I bought a red one and I had to be careful picking out the thread. It was just added hassle for me.

Do you just use D rings to make the neck ties adjustable?

by pennyhal 17 Jun 2012

Do you just use D rings to make the neck ties adjustable?

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by shirley124 16 Jun 2012

Love it.

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by capoodle 16 Jun 2012

If you can buy in bulk then the blanks can be a better time saving and less expensive than by scratch.

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by shirlener88 16 Jun 2012

This wonderful - she is bathing in Dark Chocolate, too. I bet you decide and do what is best for you and your sells.

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by pennyhal 17 Jun 2012

Thanks! It's a Julia's Needle Design. I've used a lot of hers.

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by techgirl 16 Jun 2012

Looks great!

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by cfidl 16 Jun 2012

Excellent thinking on your part and choice of product! Live Laugh Download Stitch!

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by cj2sew 16 Jun 2012

Cute design. Try checking out this source for blanks. I have used them a few times with great success. Get on their mailing list and they will send you specials.You will be buying at wholesale prices
www.shoppersrule.com
It will surprise you of the cost.
You might also want to check out SAMS for apron blanks.

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by pennyhal 17 Jun 2012

Thanks! There is a store near me that I buy from and I can't beat the price online and saves shipping. But they are 100% polyester. I prefer an apron with some cotton in it so that they are more absorbent. Can't have it all I guess!

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by michemb 16 Jun 2012

it looks very nice, I am in the same position as you are, to blank or not to blank, that is the question LOL

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by pennyhal 17 Jun 2012

I made an apron yesterday from fabric that was $11 a yard! It is gorgeous fabric, but I usually triple my cost. No one is going to pay $33 for it. I might try $18 and if it doesn't sell, I'll keep it myself. Hmmm. I might keep it anyway!

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by mysew1325 16 Jun 2012

cute.

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by tippi 16 Jun 2012

Very nice. Love the design.

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by oaro 16 Jun 2012

i love it great job

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by devon 16 Jun 2012

I just love this thanks for sharing. Great work. DeVon

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