Cute Retro & Vintage Aprons & Patterns

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Aprons New & Old

Retro aprons are sassy, sexy and full of spunk. Why not use your time spent in the kitchen as an excuse to look pretty! Cooking and baking will be a lot more fun in a retro cool apron. Whether you're looking the perfect apron for a gift or want to sew your own, you'll find lots of ideas right here. This page is automatically updated daily with new and vintage designs, plus sewing patterns too.

A Cute Little Apron Gift Book

Apronisms: Pocket Wisdom for Every Day

Amazon Price: $1.48 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Apron anecdotes and aphorisms merge with quotes, photographs, and memories to offer down-home-spun, no-nonsense wisdom that is tinged with humor. For ultimate giftability, the book's case wrap mimics fabric.

Hardcover: 80 pages
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing; Min edition (February 1, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0740771248
ISBN-13: 978-0740771248
Product Dimensions: 3.7 x 3.1 x 0.5 inches

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Apron Pattern Books

A Is for Apron: 25 Fresh & Flirty Designs

Amazon Price: $4.68 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Lark Books (May 6, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1600592015
ISBN-13: 978-1600592010
Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 8.8 x 0.6 inches

The Apron Book: Making, Wearing, and Sharing a Bit of Cloth and Comfort

Amazon Price: $7.25 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Hardcover: 152 pages
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (September 5, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0740761811
ISBN-13: 978-0740761812
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7 x 1 inches

Retro Apron Patterns

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Vintage Apron Patterns

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Dishtowel Aprons

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Free Apron Patterns & Tutorials

A Girl's Garden Party Apron Tutorial
This apron is a simple project that you can make for your daughter and for her friends. The tutorial is loaded with photos, but don't let that scare you because they indicate my desire to be clear, rather than a level of difficulty.
Easy Retro Apron
Bold, vibrant prints are perfect for this retro apron. (the link to download this pattern is at the bottom of the page.)
Happy Homemaker Free Pattern
"Hi Honey, I'm Home" Apron Pattern (the link to download this pattern is at the top, right corner of the page.)
Vintage-Inspired Apron
Stitch a modern version of a classic apron. Center-slit pockets and lots of rickrack define the hot retro look of this cool little apron.
Retro Tie-Back Apron
Sew a sassy apron with timeless appeal. The fabric and bias cut skirt featured in this apron are reminiscent of aprons from the 1940s. The lone patch pocket adds a feature that's as much fun as it is handy.
Petal Apron Pattern - Vintage (1959)
This pattern is a three petal apron found in an old WorkBasket magazine.
Valentine Ruffle Apron
How-to on how I made my Valentine Ruffle Apron.
Scalloped Apron Pattern
Cute, vintage looking apron patten from Susan Branch. See photos here.
Frilly Reversible Apron
Make two exquisite aprons in one. The ruffles, gathered top, and elegant sash of this reversible apron are beautiful no matter which side you show off. This project gives you:

Mother & Daughter Aprons

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Jessie Steele Ava Bib Apron, Retro Cherries

Amazon Price: $21.63 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

* Fine Cotton
* Easy adjusting with ties and neck and waist
* Two pockets
* Machine wash and dry
* Coordinating Pot-Mitt and Tea Towel sold separately

Jessie Steele Ava Children's Bib Apron, Retro Cherries

Amazon Price: $16.99 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

* Fine Linen/Cotton blend
* Ties at waist for easy adjusting
* Two pockets
* Machine wash and dry
* Coordinating Pot-Mitt and Tea Towel sold separately

Jessie Steele Carmen Bib Apron

Amazon Price: $22.99 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

* Fine Linen/Cotton blend
* Easy adjusting with ties and neck and waist
* Flattering drop waist
* Machine wash and dry
* Coordinating Pot-Mitt and Tea Towel sold separately

Jessie Steele Ava Half Apron, Pink Paris

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Aprons of the Mid-20th Century: To Serve and Protect (A Schiffer Book for Designers and Collectors)

Amazon Price: $27.21 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing (August 30, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 076431341X
ISBN-13: 978-0764313417
Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches

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Rockabilly Aprons

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Retro Aprons

Amazon Price: $13.99 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Little Retro Aprons for Kids

Amazon Price: $5.08 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

More Retro Aprons (Taylor Made Designs)

Amazon Price: $12.48 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Aprons -- 21 Vintage Patterns and Styles

Amazon Price: $12.95 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

Paperback: 15 pages
Publisher: Bramcost Publications (2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1934268747
ISBN-13: 978-1934268742
ASIN: 1934268429

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Valentine Aprons

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Easter Aprons

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Fun Crayon Aprons

Crayon Apron with 24 Washable Crayola Crayons - Pink

Amazon Price: $23.79 (as of 06/03/2012)Buy Now

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    Thank you for being a valuable member of the Vintage Clothing Group
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    Another excellent apron lens! 5 stars
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    Very nice lens! 5*'s and Blessed by a Squid Angel. Welcome to Squidoo. :)

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