Grandma Dora's Apron

I received the new aprons from Meg just in time for the Chesterton, IN European Market which begins on May 30, 2009. They are adorable--full coverage with two pockets of tulip design which allows Meg to use contrasting fabric. These are cut from the same pattern that my Great Grandmother Dora Hansen used in the 1890s. Each one is a little different so it is difficult to put pics up. As soon as I get them up, they sell. Oh well, it's a nice problem to have. I'll be blogging about the other items we have for sale in the future. Edgewater Cottage is not just all about soap. We have lots of retro items--aprons, clothespin bags, etc.

I remember Great Grandma always wearing an apron. I guess it was because she only had a few "house dresses" and usually wore them more than once before washing them. The use of an apron kept dirt and grease off her dress. I have always wondered why the chefs on the Food Network don't wear aprons. Not even Martha wears aprons when she cooks. I would imagine if one of them would start wearing aprons, then selling them, they would probably make a good amount of money!