Many years ago women wore aprons for cooking, and cleaning, now, not so much. I remember my mother wearing them all the time as she worked in the home. Now aprons are more of a decoration, and I have seen some lovely ones on Pinterest.
At one point I was making aprons from recycled jeans, so I decided to participate in a craft show , and thought that my aprons would be a big hit. Well they were a big hit, in a way. The people gave me many compliments and examined them very carefully, but then never even bought one. I could hear them trying to figure out how I made them and tried to guess what part of the jeans I had used. But still, not one person bought a single one. One person came back twice and looked at a certain apron. I could tell she was debating on what to do, well she finally walked away without the apron.
Disappointment turned into anger, but then I realized that I did the very same thing when I attended craft shows. I’d always examine the item very carefully and then I’d say, ” Oh I can make that.” and walk away. Actually, I still do this. Well I guess the old saying is true; “What goes around, comes around.” Lesson learned! But I’m not going to be discouraged and will now continue to make my aprons and see if I can do a little better.
Kay
I love the aprons, they are beautiful.
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laflor5233
Thank you so much! I truly appreciate your comment.
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laflor5233
Thank you for your encouragement.
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Robyn
These are so cute! I have one apron but it is a half-apron (and yes, I wear it). I’d love a full apron, your halter design is perfect! By the way, I think all of us “crafty” types have the same problem…everyone looks and no one buys. We need to reach out to the people who don’t DIY.
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laflor5233
Thank you! Getting support from each other helps a lot. But , you’re right, we need to find a way to reach out to them.
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Crafty Gardener
Lovely aprons. Do you sell them in an etsy store? or another online site.
I tend to do what you say … browse craft shows and look for ideas to make.
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laflor5233
Yes, I have been thinking about doing Etsy. Thanks for all the info.
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Candace Habte
Those are so cute! I don’t think I can do them actually lol even if I could I still like buying handmade items (over store bought) when I can. I JUST starting sewing a few weeks ago. And I have old denim. I may start with a simpler project as a beginner but this is inspiring.
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laflor5233
Thank you. I love making aprons and hope you will enjoy sewing. Just set your mind to it and it will happen!
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