Sew This: T-shirt Applique Apron!

I needed a crafty uniform for an event we did last month so I decided to whip up an apron using my Mod Podge t-shirt and some fabrics. BTW – the uniform was my idea….sometimes I get sick of packing new outfits. I traced an apron that I had for the pattern and got busy stitching! I used lots of pom-pom trim and rickrac trim. I think this concept would be pretty cute with old rock and roll tees or sports tees.

Instructions after the jump…..

First, I placed my fabric on the fold. I placed my apron on top of the folded fabric and traced around the apron with a chalk tracing wheel.

Be sure to add seam allowance when tracing.

Cut out along the chalked lines.

Repeat for the lining.

Next I added a strip of webbing that I embellished with rickrac trim to the center front to work as a neck strap. Working right-sides to right-sides, pin the apron fabric to the lining fabric around the outer edge. Sew around the edge. Be sure to leave a 7″ opening in the seam for turning.

Next, I cut out the graphic from my Mod Podge t-shirt. I folded over the edge and attached to teh front with pins.

SEWING TIP!!! If you are having trouble sewing over sticky iron-on graphics, silk screened images or transfers, place a strip of tissue paper over the image. The presser foot will glide smoothly and your stitches won’t get stuck.