DIY Apron Tutorial: Turn a men’s shirt into an apron
You can refashion an old button-down shirt into an apron with a few snips and clips. Refashioning is much faster and easier than sewing from scratch, and the knowledge and satisfaction that comes with doing things yourself is creative and empowering. Step 1: Cut away the raw edges where we cut away the sleeves in step one. Step 2: Sew down the side seams, separating the front from the back.
What can you do with old mens shirts?
10 Creative Ways to Repurpose Old Men’s Shirts
- Men’s Dress Shirt to Apron.
- Button-Down Tank Top.
- Little Girl’s Shirt Dress.
- Men’s Polo To Woman’s Bow Shirt.
- The Shirt Skirt.
- Flannel Shirt Pillow Cover.
- Dress Shirt and Tie Wine Bottle Gift Bag.
How much material do I need to make an apron?
To make the apron, gather the following materials: Adult: 1 1/2 yards of pre-washed and ironed fabric, give or take; if you make a shorter tie, you can get away with a little less.
How do you make an apron by hand?
Detailed instructions
- Create the Apron Shape. First, fold your fabric lengthwise and mark it as shown above.
- Finish the Curved Edges. Add bias tape to the two curved edges.
- Add a Pocket. There are several ways to add a pocket.
- Finish the Remaining Edges.
- Make the Apron Neckband.
- Sew the Apron Neckband to the Apron.
How long should apron ties be?
Cut two 2-1/2u2032u2032 wide by 36u2032u2032 long (the length of your fabric) apron ties, and two 2-1/2u2032u2032 wide by 18u2032u2032 long neck ties parallel to the selvage edge.
How do you make an apron from bib overalls?
Detailed instructions
- Cut the bib overalls just above the legs, measuring and trimming the overalls so there is about 2 inches of fabric below the zipper.
- Cut the coordinating fabric to the following sizes. You will end up with 5 total pieces of fabric.