Any of your significant others a seamstress?

[rafezetter]

Or at least resonably handy with a sewing machine? I've just spent at least 2 hours looking for the "close enough" shop apron and I can't find it - I've seen many good ideas and designs, some of which I can add, but while I'd be happy to have a bash at it - I don't own or have access to a sewing machine, so I wondered if any of you have a SWMBO who is a dab hand.

I'm not looking for anything amazing or difficult (I don't think) with only a few deepish pockets and a full width cover flap to stop dust ingress, a pencil rack (for at least 6 or so) and the preferred material would be denim. I can do all the strap fittings etc myself but I would need a separate neck strap made.

It doesn't have to be showroom quality as long as the stiching is reasonably straight and I'm willing to pay a reasonable amount obviously. I can source the material via ebay and get it sent to you and offcuts (of which there could well be enough to make a whole second apron) are your's hers to keep.

If this interests you pls either PM or reply here and I'll send photo's of the sort of ideas I have.

 

[marcros]

i can't help you on this, but I did buy the veritas shop apron, specifically because it was supported on the shoulders rather than the neck. It is certainly worth looking at as a system, it is much more comfortable than a traditional apron.

I presume that you have seen it, it sound vaguely close to what you want. fine tools in Germany was the cheapest when I bought it. http://www.fine-tools.com/apron.html

 

[Sporky McGuffin]

Do you have a pattern for the apron, or just a drawing of the finished article? My wife sews (but only for herself) and making the pattern is quite a separate art; it's worth a quick Google for a pattern as close as possible. You also need to think about what is a "reasonable amount" - it's a skilled job and even a fairly simple garment takes many hours. I'd suggest that a barter arrangement might be more suitable - make them something comparable using your skills in return.

 

[mseries]

My wife sews too, she's just started getting back into it and has loads of ideas of things she wants to make for the house - so I doubt she'd be interested in a commission - but if the price was right, the money will pay for something!!!! The upside of her being busy with this is that it's a one person hobby (unlike baking which is better done with a kitchen helper to fetch and carry) so I get to spend time in my workshop !!! I'll float the apron idea to her but not confident she'll be interested.

 

[ColeyS1]

i can't help you on this, but I did buy the veritas shop apron, specifically because it was supported on the shoulders rather than the neck. It is certainly worth looking at as a system, it is much more comfortable than a traditional apron.

I presume that you have seen it, it sound vaguely close to what you want. fine tools in Germany was the cheapest when I bought it. http://www.fine-tools.com/apron.html

+1 ! the best apron I've ever owned - so far. I've got quite a lot in the pockets but I hardly notice the extra weight. My old apron use to wreak havoc with my neck but this one carries more with no issues at all!

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[rafezetter]

I did see the veritas, and although it's close, it's still not quite close enough The pockets would be a different shape, and the flap more like a coat pocket flap that could be kept closed with press studs.

The shoulder straps though are a good idea.

I could make up a pattern fairly easily I guess, and I was thinking that apart from hemming, almost all of it would be straight lines.

 

[Benchwayze]

Most aprons of any design are just not big enough to cover my middle spread. That's why I was pleased to discover that Lovell's Workwear do make one that fits me.

http://www.lovellworkwear.com/

Problem is, I lost another stone and a bit, and already the apron needs taking in!


I can't say that wearing an apron ever hurt my neck and shoulders, and I have more than enough problems in the neck region.
Is it something to do with the weight of denim?

John

 

[rafezetter]

Most aprons of any design are just not big enough to cover my middle spread. That's why I was pleased to discover that Lovell's Workwear do make one that fits me.

http://www.lovellworkwear.com/

Problem is, I lost another stone and a bit, and already the apron needs taking in!


I can't say that wearing an apron ever hurt my neck and shoulders, and I have more than enough problems in the neck region.
Is it something to do with the weight of denim?

John

Well that is certainly excellent value and worth it as a second apron just for applying finish, the cheap nylon one I bought for that cracked and split in just a few months.

 

[Benchwayze]

I confess I was a 'cow-gown' man, unless it was a hot day. (Although I tend to sit in my cool lounge when it's that hot!)

I like that blue coat Monty Don wears from time to time. (The one he uses when he 'dresses up' for Chelsea! :lol: ) Roll up the sleeves and it's just right for winter workshop wear.


John

 

[Sporky McGuffin]

My best beloved suggested (if you haven't already) taking a look at Folksy and Etsy. Lots of aprons there, and lots of people happy to take on custom work. The prices I found didn't look too daft either - couple of examples:

https://folksy.com/shops/adoglikesparky
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1561865 ... :156186592