Free sewing pattern: Cross back utility apron

This cross back utility apron is made to get stuff done! Wear it in the kitchen, the garden, even the art studio, to protect your clothes while you’re creating. Sustain My Craft Habit shares a free pattern. It’s easy to sew – and easy to put on because you won’t have to mess with tying the straps. The pattern is a one size pattern, but the way the straps cross at the back make it fit most sizes.

Click below for her free pattern and tutorial:

Versatile and Simple DIY Apron Pattern to Sew, by Sustain My Craft Habit

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

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