Free Directions to Sew an Apron Using One Yard of Fabric

Sewing the Body of the Apron

Drawstring Casing Diagram

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com

1. Stay stitch 1/4" from all edges.
2. Using the stay stitch line as a guide, turn and press the 1/4" to the wrong side, on all edges.
3. Sides- 27" Edges
   Turn under 1" and press. This forms the side hem. Pin and top stitch.
4. Bottom - 45" Edge
   Press under 2", to the wrong side, for the hem. Line up ends, pin and top stitch.
5. Top - 45" Edge
   Press under 3.5" to wrong side. Line up ends and pin in place. Top stitch along 1/4" stay stitched edge, keeping your stitches as close to the edge as possible. Top stitch 1" from the top folded edge. This forms your drawstring casing.

Index: Free Directions to Sew an Apron Using One Yard of Fabric

1. One Yard Apron - Materials & Cutting Directions
2. Sewing the Body of the Apron
3. Sewing the Tie Belt
4. Sewing the Pockets