Shelley Detton from 7 Layer Studio shows how to make this apron with an empire waist and a gathered bib. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from 7 Layer Studio]
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by Anne Weaver
Shelley Detton from 7 Layer Studio shows how to make this apron with an empire waist and a gathered bib. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from 7 Layer Studio]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, empire waist, apron, bib, gathered[/tags]

If you are like me you want an easy way to carry your towel and a few items to the beach but don’t want a bag just to hold those things.
So I came up with the idea to make a beach towel bag. This way it is a bag that can hold a few items but also function as your towel. I love it! I share with you how you can make your own beach towel bag.
This is an easy sewing project that is perfect for summer! I even made a few for my kids so they each have their own. Start sewing this fun bag today.
Sewing pattern: Mesh beach bag
Sewing pattern: Beach bag with a mesh pocket
Thanks, Anne, for featuring my tutorial! I always have such a great time looking through the things you feature here. So many great ideas! Now if I could just have more time to try more of them….
I have enjoyed making this empire waisted apron, I have made one of each of my daughters (3) then purchased some great vintage fabrics and have made three more for friends, I have added a pocket on a couple and featured a small button on the pocket. I enjoyed the whole process and now look for more fabrics to make even more, the bit I enjoy most is choosing three fabrics and each choice throws up a completely different look, really love them, thank you very much. I have your printed off instructions nearby and hope to make many more. Joan