This is a full-sized PAPER sewing pattern for a charming fancy apron from 1908-1909. The original description in McCall's magazine reads, "This is one of the most novel and pretty little fancy aprons that has ever been designed, and it can be very easily and quickly made, as the lower portion is cut in one with the ruffle, which is sewed together in the center, gathered and run onto the bottom of the apron. The shape of this is plainly shown in the little diagram in the upper left-hand corner of the picture. Our model has an attractive little bib and a jaunty pocket on the left side of the front. It is made of fine white Persian lawn and trimmed with Valenciennes lace and lace beading, through which pale-blue baby ribbon is run, but it can be developed in plain or dotted swiss, plain or figured organdy, the cross-barred muslin or any fancy material desired. The pattern is cut in only one size, and requires one and one-eighth yards of material twenty-seven inches wide or one yard thirty-six inches wide." The apron may also be sewn with contrasting waistbands and pockets and may be done without the ruffles or lace trim if desired. Size: One size fits (most). We have added markings to the pattern on where to slash or fold to alter the pattern to other sizes if necessary. Fabric requirements: please see photos. Rather have a PDF pattern? Find that here. Please note that we have only included the original instructions, which are quite basic. We do not recommend this pattern for beginners. DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Advanced Couturière. May include little-to-no instructions, no facings, no buttonhole markings, no hand-holding of any kind, etc. If you like a challenge, if your friends refer to you as the sewing God/ Goddess, if you are made of thread, needles, and ferocity, this pattern is for you. Please note that we are unable to provide any sewing help with advanced level patterns. You will get a clean, working, translated, beautiful pattern but please don't expect help with sewing questions on these. There simply aren't enough hours in the day for us to provide that service to everyone. By purchasing this pattern, you are agreeing that you have accepted the challenge of an advanced-level sewing pattern. As such, we kindly request that you refrain from sending us messages or feedback suggesting that this pattern is "too hard". We all need to challenge ourselves and learn new skills, and this pattern may very well teach you something new! You might also be interested in our e-book Fancy Aprons and Sunbonnets. It goes into great detail on apron sewing and finishing techniques including lace edging, straps and ties, trimmings, pockets, and more. Or click here for our entire collection of apron patterns. ©2024 Mrs. Depew Vintage LLC. All Rights Reserved.