How to make a Japanese or Prairie Style cross over Apron

[@voceval1]

The amazing thing about this video is that she showed us how to make this apron in less than five minutes. I love it...straight to the point!

[@jennygoodship673]

You have made this so simple :). Your little paper model showing how the measurements translate to the garment is lovely. So easy to follow.

[@TodayweCraft]

Thanks so much 😊

[@calleyrn]

Absolutely love this video. ❤❤❤ I've watched several tutorials on this style of apron. Yours was BY FAR the easiest to understand and the most entertaining. Don't feel bad about straight pins the wrong way. I do that all the time. Thank you for the video.

[@TodayweCraft]

And thank YOU for your kind comment! x

[@usha9807]

This is the best tutorial for this apron, and I have seen a few so I am going to get rid of them and save this one. Of I have now subscribed!

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you so much, that's incredibly kind!

[@noracharles4385]

I just finished making this apron. I’ve never had the confidence to try making my own pattern, but your tutorial gave me all the information needed in a succinct manner. Thank you! My apron turned out just as I hoped and I’m planning on making several more. Excellent tutorial!

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you so much Nora! I really appreciate your feedback! I would love to see how your apron turned out.

[@lorisanford8515]

That's really awesome I hope mine turns out good he makes it look so easy but I know there's going to be some kind of learning curve... LOL 😊💞

[@loribluteau2575]

Whipped this up in 4 hours. Had problems with how wide ( left to right) to make front neck. So I have a pucker. Was a lot of math. HA! Put pockets on. YAY! Lots of Japanese apron DIYs but yours was exactly what I wanted. Didn’t want to sew straps on separately. Thank you.

[@TodayweCraft]

Got to love lots of pockets ☺️

[@katyvdb5993]

Thank you, this was most helpful. My (adult) daughter has been asking for this type of apron for over a year. Your directions about measurements were just what I needed. I had the good luck to find some fabric remaindered at a mere £2 a metre, so I took the risk of drawing the design straight onto the wrong side of the fabric and skipped the newspaper stage. Putting it on reminded me of getting entangled in a deck chair, but once it was on my daughter was delighted!

[@TodayweCraft]

Oh my goodness you are so right about the deckchair thing! I'm so happy your daughter likes her apron. I'd love to see it. Perhaps you could tag us in a pic on instagram of it? x

[@katyvdb5993]

@@TodayweCraft I'm afraid I don't have an Instagram account, otherwise I would gladly and gratefully do so.

[@breakingthread]

Made this today, love this apron. Though I struggled with the measurements for the pattern, I managed to get the pattern figured out. Trust me, that pattern is so beat up but, if I can laminate it, so it shall be. But that's because I am terrible with measurements. I'm sure real sewists will have no problem-->I'm so jealous of you right now. Man, did I struggle, aargh! You know the meme of throwing the computer out the window and screaming or the one beating the cell phone with the shoe, mmm hmm, that was me, so this pattern will NEVER EVER be thrown out. It's going in the "good dishes" cabinet wrapped in plastic. All of that to say, I really love it. Once I got through all of that, it took, maybe a half hour to complete, making it about 1 hour, cutting, ironing and sewing, but I'm sure a real sewist will whip this thang out in no time --> show offs. How I wish I had real sewing skills.

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you! In hindsight I appreciate my measurements were, at times, less than crystal clear so I do apologise for that. Laminating the pattern is a great idea, I may just steal it lol. Never apologise fo being a beginner. I remember when I was first learning and nothing I made seemed to come out right. With perseverance you will be a master in no time!

[@guadalupealfaro1125]

😮❤lo haces con tanta facilidad ❤❤. No hablo inglés pero así como lo explicaste con tus manos, espero poder hacerlo , es un nuevo reto para mí. Después te platico como me salió. Saludos desde León Guanajuato México❤❤

[@TodayweCraft]

¡De nada! ¡Espero que hayas tenido éxito con tu costura! Saludos desde East Sussex, Reino Unido.

[@MrsStevenBrown]

The fact that Japanese ladies wear these every day these days over in Japan and the style has taken on the name is all...this pattern is from Italy, circa 1200, like 7 centuries old now that we know of...its in a book from 1205 AD....it’s in almost every culture and country of the world as it’s a very usable pattern! but currently very popular in Japan..hence its “Japanese” this last few decades ...I’m sure we’ve all seen it before 🥰

[@debbieandmarc]

I've watched many apron tutorials and your is by far the best one for its simplicity and how much space you have allowed for the crossover in the back. I plan to use this for the garden work this spring and I need it to be easy on-easy off. "If I see you using fabric scissors on paper, you are dead to me." 🤣 I'm making one of these today. Thank you

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you so much! How did it turn out? x

[@bernadettekenny888]

"yes we all know how proud you are" lol

[@TodayweCraft]

You are so welcome!

[@conniemoore3207]

Thank you for clear concise instructions. Best video I've found and understand.

[@TodayweCraft]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lorijones1092]

I just love this!! I fear the measurement transfer to newspaper. I wish I could have seen you do that. Very friendly and informative video!

[@shirleybecker495]

If you cut out two of these with no seam allowance and use double fold biased tape to cover all the raw edges, you'll have two aprons. Use the fabric from the cut out neck edge opposite fabrics for pockets.

[@jfrench707]

Great idea!

[@TodayweCraft]

That's a really great idea 🙂💡

[@TheEvie202]

Yo can also cut two ( contrasting colors and sew right sides together). Then, it’s reversible. Two looks in one.

[@dyannejohnson6184]

I don’t know if the roots of this apron is Japanese......But I have my grandmothers (I’m 75) made these in 1914 ..I have the old pattern. But what I like about your video is regifting this pattern to to modern women...nice flat field seam at shoulder. Very much enjoyed. Koodos!

[@updownstate]

I always make felled seams. They're sturdiest and most comfortable.

[@jackiereilly7841]

@@updownstate what are felled seams?

[@DiscoCatsMeow]

One of my youngest memories of my Mom sewing is her asking" Who used my sewing scissors to cut paper?"...😊

[@Jane_Ricciardi]

BWAHAHAHA! Me too!

[@carmenirizarry7632]

Ídem here

[@almarivera7562]

😂🤣😬🙏ALSO WITH MY MOM...

[@michele1491]

Which is why I hide my scissors from my family.

[@Sangamam360]

😬

[@sanhitadatta9447]

I think green thread may have looked kind of cool actually!! Great job.

[@TodayweCraft]

I may use that for the pocket then. Great shout!

[@taraiza878]

Thank you 👍🏼 My dil is getting a beautiful apron. I had no idea where to start cutting. ❤️🥰❤️🥰

[@TodayweCraft]

That's great to hear! I hope she likes it. x

[@marthajane7058]

LUV THIS QUICK AND EASY TUTORIAL !! JUST MADE MY FIRST ONE FROM A LONG DRESS " I KNEW I'D NEVER WEAR", AS A PRACTICE ONE. TURNED OUT OK. KNOW THE NEXT ONE WILL BE BETTER. THANKS SOOOOOO MUCH. AND YOU ARE CHARMING.

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you so much! That's so kind of you to say!

[@CraigsOverijse]

super clear instructions thanks, I just think I would have the straps a little wider but as its self drafted no issue, I will add pockets when I make it

[@TodayweCraft]

Great idea! especially if I put a pocket in the front it would defiantly benefit from wider straps to make carrying things more comfortable.

[@teresadelgado5284]

So glad I found you like your crafts 😉

[@TodayweCraft]

And I like your kind comment! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss future videos! xxx

[@diva555sg]

Functional. I get the idea. Prefer the 1st one with thicker band. Will find flowery pattern fabric or try ruffles & lace with matching oven mitts.

[@kathysunshine699]

Absolutely, loved this,as I went to purchase this type of pattern ( I decided I am OVER strings!) Anyway this was 22 U.S. dollars, And I would rather spend that on some lovely fabric! ...So instead, I had planned on making my own pattern out of leftover christmas paper and figuring out my own numbers!... but you saved me the trouble, ...I will put pockets on mine for sure,as I feel lost without a good old pocket!...I sort of gather the top of the pocket a bit and make it almost pouch like,for all the bits and bobbles,that Seem to make it in there in any given day! ...not to mention my cell phone, my to do list,a couple of Kleenex, maybe a found key,, a peppermint,a safety pin and of course a quarter or two,to pull out of a grandchild's ear! Ha!Ha! ....Did you say total yardage,and I forgot already?...I will rewatch to make sure...Thanks again!

[@TodayweCraft]

Spending money on fabric is NEVER a bad idea lol.

[@debbietodd8547]

And in Canada that same pattern is $22 US and $35 for delivery😳 Not happening!

[@adriannegentleman83]

I got a pattern from a book written my a Japanese American lady, who discovered sewing, and wrote a book about it. it was more square, but very similar. I love it.

[@TheEvie202]

I love your clear presentation! The mini model is so cute and easy to store and file. Also no wasteful and really fits all sized people. Great job! Greetings from New York City.👍🏼🇵🇷🗽😃

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you so much!

[@marvam1414]

thank you thank you I love the way you do the apron

[@TodayweCraft]

You're welcome Marva ☺️

[@eileenmaycock1046]

Loved this, very clear and nice simple instructions, cannot wait to make my own.

[@jpeood32]

going to do this as gifts. I’ll ship pockets as they collect stuff. LOL nice video, loved the faux pas with the pins. Like I’ve never done that!

[@stephanies6636]

Stumbled across your video and love your energy and humor. But you must tell me what your pin cushion on your sewing machine is made of. I love it! Maybe another tutorial idea.

[@TodayweCraft]

That's a great idea! I'll have to do just that for my next video!

[@azizaabdullahartesanatos9300]

Absolutely amazing the way you teach,

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@coffeemom202]

I love your directions. You make it so clear and to the point. I was able to follow you and I love my apron!!! Do you have other clothing tutorials? I would watch every single one if you did. Please consider making a simple dress and teaching us. You are a natural teacher.

[@TodayweCraft]

Working on it!

[@bentslimanenadia5086]

Thank you so mutch

[@TodayweCraft]

You are welcome

[@MiraScarletMade]

I love the way you finished the shoulder seam! great video :)

[@lindascott596]

Just love your easy going style and cheery voice!!. Great pattern thanks.

[@TodayweCraft]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@pitpit7694]

I love your tutorial. Someday ill make apron for my mom. Thank you very much.

[@TodayweCraft]

I'm sure she will love it. x

[@-.-4]

Just what I wanted! I made my 1st skirt pattern from newspaper.

[@TodayweCraft]

Wonderful! It just shows you don't need to spend a fortune when you're starting out. xx

[@lilianlopez9388]

Es el mejor que eh visto lastima que no lo vi antes muchas gracias por compartir bendiciones desde Guatemala ❤

[@TodayweCraft]

¡Muchas gracias! ¡Saludos desde East Sussex, Reino Unido!

[@larenapenhall4454]

Great idea! The newspaper . I dont have a printer or a cricut. Thanks.

[@cmilam8284]

Wonderful tutorial! You are very resourceful. Thanks for taking the time to share. I guess when the Japanese came to America in the earlier centuries they, as other cultures came in their nations’ everyday wear. So perhaps different cultures admired certain pieces of clothing and adopted that style.

[@BlueShenlung]

Thanks! LOL’d a few times, I don’t think I’ve done that with a sewing diy before. This hits well midrange in skill level as it has simplistic design and well paced instruction, but also some clever seam ideas and humor for all skill level. I will be trying this for my hubby’s holiday gift and prob modifying what would flatter his shape. Imagine this is great for little ones too!

[@TodayweCraft]

Glad it was helpful! I'd love to see how the one for your husband turned out. xx

[@OohMax]

Super simple… I am thinking of making it lined…. Reversible? And definitely need pockets in the apron because pockets are just cool 😁. Thank you for the video. The instructions are simple enough for a noob like me to try.

[@TodayweCraft]

Everything needs pockets..... :-D

[@susanneguzman5339]

Good tips and ideas - loved the newspaper tip. I prefer wider straps over shoulders and down the back not the thin ones. But thank you 😊

[@TodayweCraft]

Good point! Wider straps would be more stable I think x

[@joyace9674]

Is beautiful but you can add pockets too 😬👌thank you for sharing 😊

[@susann5344]

Thank you for your video. I followed your instructions and I love the apron I have made.

[@TodayweCraft]

That's great to hear! Glad you doing it helpful.

[@louettesommers8594]

Really very cute and well done.

[@MoMaryR]

Thanks for sharing a simple and well done tutorial

[@TodayweCraft]

You are so welcome! Thank you for your kind comment. x

[@AeriochKahosZ]

Awesome! I never thought of using news paper as pattern paper. Thank you

[@TodayweCraft]

Glad it was helpful!

[@PetrikNZ]

I'd like to see a video on how you create the block/template. How to get all the curves in. Also the video mentions a measurement of hip to shoulder but it looks like it is waist to shoulder, is that right?

[@TodayweCraft]

Hi Petrik. That's a great idea! The apron is kinda one size fits all so it sort of depends on where you would like the apron to hang to in order to decide weather to go for a hip or waist measurement. I prefer to be able to reach down through the opening to get to my pockets so I like it to slouch a little more. The pattern works the same weather you decide to go fo a waist or hip measurement. Hope that helps! x

[@fourdayhomestead2839]

I love this pattern!

[@Wolfmaedchen]

Omg the way you did the shoulder seams blew my mind xD great tutorial, thank you!!

[@TodayweCraft]

Glad you liked it!!

[@DieMimiDie]

Danke für das Video, nun weiß ich was an meinem selbst kreierten Schnittmuster noch korrigiert werden muss 😀

[@TodayweCraft]

Du bist herzlich Willkommen! Viel Spaß beim Nähen!

[@olivewoo522]

Absolutely Amazing instructions! Thank you so much!

[@TodayweCraft]

You are so welcome!

[@LisaLisa001]

This was awesome, and your personality is adorably funny. Thank you!!!

[@TodayweCraft]

Oh you absolute sweetheart, flattery will get you everywhere with me.

[@neptunepharma9343]

I just love it. I am going to make it now

[@ahmedsobah7370]

Very nice and easy to made.

[@TodayweCraft]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@nancykuenen1799]

Simple and easy... I like it!!!

[@serawasnever2902]

Gosh you made this so un-intimidating to do. I have zero experience, am armed with a Christmas gift sewing machine and I can actually do this. Thanks! 🖖

[@TodayweCraft]

Awww comments like this make me feel all warm and fuzzy inside! Thank you so much! You can do this. I believe in you! xx

Such a cool project!

[@fetabrown]

Really like how you showed how you made the pattern. Excellent video

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you! 😊

[@justmyself3980]

How amazing! Thank you for sharing 🤗... I’ll definitely try to make it!

[@joannmccraw7235]

Thank-you so much for sharing your knowledge and talent with us. I've always wanted one of these, but could never find one to copy ... now I have the know-how to make it myself. Very much appreciated.

[@TodayweCraft]

Hi Jo, glad I could be of help! xx

[@cherylross2569]

Thanks for the reply! Back of shoulder to waist would help - but I did get it figured out finally... thanks again.

[@Reemaew]

I love an appreciate how simple and detailed you made this process! I have one question though, how did you do the measurements for the curves? I'm just a little confused on how to go about drawing out the curves on the pattern.

[@TodayweCraft]

Hi Reema, to be honest I just kinda eyeballed it. I knew how wide the straps needed to be at the back and I knew how wide I wanted the front panel at the top so I just did a big 'U' Frome those 2 points.

[@melvapryor9868]

I just don't get how to make the pattern. Easy to sew but I guess I was never good at making a pattern.

[@so_niche]

This was really useful and easy to follow. Like your style and approach - thanks!

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you! Let me know if there is anything else you would like a tutorial of. x

[@patriciamedlin8638]

That's a cute apron. It kind of reminds me of the type of apron's some of the little girls wore on real old series Little house on the Prairie. I would like to make one to use in the kitchen. I can never find an apron that fits right, the straps are to long and the ties are to low.

[@mariafawcett7501]

Your are charming! And inspiring, I am making one. Thank you so much, I had a similar apron and I don't know what I did with it. Can't wait to get it done!

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you so much! That's so incredibly kind of you!

[@lindamachuca1206]

Love how easy you made it look. Thanks.👍😊

[@TodayweCraft]

You’re welcome 😊

[@shyflutter1201]

TYSM for the beginning tini schech I needed that I been looking everywhere and omg TYSMMMMMM

[@sawu8046]

I love you pre-make a small ratioed patern.

[@TodayweCraft]

Cute isn't it? I find it much easier if I can make a draft of a pattern first just to check that it works.

[@sawu8046]

@@TodayweCraft I learned from you so much. Thanks a lot.

[@nj9509]

Extremely clear and helpful - thank you. This is a remarkably good presentation.

[@TodayweCraft]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@terrichicosky3166]

Is that a magnet taped to your machine? Brilliant!

[@TodayweCraft]

Ahh thank you! Its actually a pin cushion secured with a piece of velcro round the back, but a magnet would work too. Great idea!

[@teresadelgado5284]

Super nice!👍🏼

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@updownstate]

I need this. Thank you.

[@cosudu3002]

The pin thing......happens to me all the time. Love the video!

[@duarteshelia]

Love this video thank you for sharing.

[@ИринаСобирова-з9м]

Thank you for your video. It's very useful. I want to sew such one.

[@TodayweCraft]

You are welcome 😊 don't forget to subscribe for more videos. x

[@katjafarbenfroh8646]

thank you ! Appreciate your needle holder 😁👍 Katja

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you, I think I need to make a tutorial for it too. What do you think?

[@katjafarbenfroh8646]

yes that would be fine and also to find out to which machines it will fit.....thank you have a wonderful time 🦔🎄✨Katja

[@donnakimball3822]

I dont know where the Japanese comes from. My granny wore and she was a farmer's wife from Oklahoma. Back in the early 1900s . But it is a cute idea. And the .measurements will make it so easy. Thanks.

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

donna kimball exactly what i was going to say.

[@margaretrussell2527]

May I ask do you know how much materiel I would need please I’m size 10/12 thank you x

[@kurei5349]

This style of apron has been used in Japan for quite a long time, and the style is still most popular there :)

[@MaredithStephenson]

Hi there! What are the measurements of the straps width wise and the gap in the arms? Many thanks for this lovely tutorial!

[@noemibermudez6045]

Excelente trabajo.mucha.Gracia.

[@TodayweCraft]

You're welcome x

[@emilyrosenzweig9946]

Fantastic tutorial, thank you!!

[@TodayweCraft]

You're very welcome!

[@debbietodd8547]

Thank you for this......I have been looking for a pattern for exactly this style of apron, like the round neckline so much better than the square I see alot of tutorials for. Not a pattern like this in any of the fabric stores where I live and online they cost $50-$60 plus with shipping to Canada! Could make2 or 3 aprons for that price!

[@TodayweCraft]

You are so welcome! I hope you make lots of aprons. x

[@honestly1970]

you and this video are fantastic!

[@TodayweCraft]

honest ly, you are!

[@anndalynnketellapper8296]

Haha, the backwards pinning was the first thing that I noticed...sorry (yes I am 🇨🇦) Thanks for the video. I am going to make this...have always wanted an apron like this!

[@TodayweCraft]

Thats great to hear! I'd love to see how it turns out. x

[@johannesingleton1788]

Yes that is what I was thinking...thanks for the reminder to pre wash. Joh

[@TodayweCraft]

I learnt that the hard way!

[@wendygale4808]

Ohhh this was the best!!!😂 What a great video, I subscribed, thank you ever sooo much, I'm going to try this

[@TodayweCraft]

Thanks for subbing!

[@MrTere53]

Que lindoooo intentare hacer uno.

[@TodayweCraft]

Let me know how you get on ☺️

[@TheLideban]

A parte del cubre ropa, me encantó la idea de alfiletero en la máquina, ya tienes nueva fan💙😁👍

[@annagnr3002]

Looks easy.. I Will make it.. Love from Athens Greece.

[@rikkib7636]

This is exactly what I was looking for! 😁 Thank you SO much for sharing.

[@TodayweCraft]

You are so welcome!

[@patrickfarley8036]

I used to always get the pins in the wrong way. ALWAYS! But now I get it right half the time. I put every other pin in the opposite direction! 😉

[@TodayweCraft]

Genius! :-D

[@1tinac]

Great tutorial. Thanks for sharing.

[@MsSassyGrace]

I bought one on Amazon because I couldn't find a pattern. Thank you for this video!!!

[@Ms.Thompson37]

Hey I was wondering if you could redo this video showing all the steps you took? Like how you did the pattern with the news papers. How many did you use? How many years did it add up too? I really like how easy it was for you to make it, but it is not easy at all for me. lol

[@ArabianShalifa]

I put my pins in cross wise and yes you can sew over them I typically do. Only once or twice in 40 years of sewing broke a needled doing it.

[@TodayweCraft]

I very rarely break a pin because I use the thick quilting ones, but it do bend them sometimes lol.

[@ArabianShalifa]

Today we Craft yes mama. That does happen often.

[@karenworley8554]

Very cute apron and so easy! Thanks!

[@TodayweCraft]

Thanks for watching Karen! x

[@radhavishwanath4213]

Lovely! Thank you M'am.

[@TodayweCraft]

Most welcome 😊

[@mawzilla]

Very nice! Will be giving this a try.

[@amanyelessawi6402]

Very nice thank you

[@TodayweCraft]

Thank you too! X