Perfect Hostess or Holiday Apron

By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide

• Measure 8", 18" and 28" from the front bib bottom edge.
• Mark on the outer raw edge of the straps.
• Fold the length of the ruffle in half and mark the fold at the raw edge.
• Working on one layer of strap, pin one end of the ruffle at the 8" mark and one end at the 28" mark.
• Pin the fold mark of the ruffle to the 18" mark.
• Gather to fit the strap and evenly distribute the gathers. (More on gathers)
• Baste the ruffle to the strap using a 3/8" seam allowance.
• Repeat for the ruffle on the other strap.