When I was a little girl and insisted on trying to learn my way around the kitchen, my Nana gifted me with a small half-apron complete with fledgling embroidery talents courtesy of my Aunt Debbie. That apron has traveled with me for over 30 years and now resides on the wall of our extra bedroom...a constant reminder of family, food and love. And my love of tying one on (not a booze reference) hasn't diminished one whit. I wear one at work constantly and I'm known at The Grit by many folks as The Apron Lady. It's my thing!
My current collection of aprons numbers only 5 but I've been on the hunt to add a few more to the pile since a couple are starting to wear out from the constant use. If I'm not searching for them during my infrequent jaunts at the thrift store then I'm drooling over pictures I found online. Here are some examples of styles/looks that I'm totally in love with...
 |
| So dainty that I'd be scared to mess it up. So cute there's no way I couldn't wear it. Conundrum! |
 |
| These are made from old sheets! |
 |
| I picture Audrey Hepburn wearing this while dancing around in practical flats and a snug ponytail... |
 |
| This apron top is so cute...and so is that pooch! |
 |
| While I love the vintage style, my favorite apron look involves a very utilitarian line with small details... |
 |
| ...and simple yet beautiful stripes. |
 |
| Natural fabric is a must. It 'breathes' in a broiling hot bakery... |
 |
| This apron is the best combo of vintage/simple worlds... |
 |
| A 'gathering apron' is the ultimate must have. I can fit everything I need for a batch of granola in this thing! |
Yep, aprons always have been, and always will be, a part of my life...due to both nostalgia and sheer practicality. And I'm not alone in my thinking...
"The Apron Chronicles is a traveling exhibit comprised of photographs, text in story form and over 150 vintage aprons.
Prompted by project writer and apron curator EllynAnne Geisel, the contributors to Apron Chronicles recall a woman who’d worn an apron and what she represented to a family; an event when an apron was worn; recipes; values and traditions from gentler, less complicated times; the bond between parent and child; survival; friendship; opportunity; challenge, and modern perspective.
The diverse contributors include a 111-year-old mother and her only child, a Holocaust survivor, a biology professor from Mali, Africa, and a preteen and her grandmother. Their stories explore the people behind the aprons and give life to the fabrics and the exhibit."
Sounds pretty amazing, eh? I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it might make its way down to Atlanta or Athens soon!
So, what about you? Apron wearer or no? Have a great apron story/memory to share?
"The Apron Chronicles is a traveling exhibit comprised of photographs, text in story form and over 150 vintage aprons.
Prompted by project writer and apron curator EllynAnne Geisel, the contributors to Apron Chronicles recall a woman who’d worn an apron and what she represented to a family; an event when an apron was worn; recipes; values and traditions from gentler, less complicated times; the bond between parent and child; survival; friendship; opportunity; challenge, and modern perspective.
The diverse contributors include a 111-year-old mother and her only child, a Holocaust survivor, a biology professor from Mali, Africa, and a preteen and her grandmother. Their stories explore the people behind the aprons and give life to the fabrics and the exhibit."
Sounds pretty amazing, eh? I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it might make its way down to Atlanta or Athens soon!
So, what about you? Apron wearer or no? Have a great apron story/memory to share?
