You will surely find the perfect choice out of these Patterns for Aprons impressive list. We have options for everyone from Women and Men to aprons for kids too!
Aprons are a great way to add a fun look to your kitchen moments. And the best thing is that you can match the style of the apron with your mood. For example, if you are in a festive mood, you can choose a fun apron pattern, but if you feel fancy, you might want to choose a more classy style.
Whichever case is the best option for the apron pattern you need will be on this list.
But keep reading! Because I am also going to give you some tips on how to sew an apron pattern.
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What are the different apron styles?
These are the most popular apron styles. Each of these aprons serves a different purpose, and they are worn by individuals in various professions within the culinary industry.
- Bib Apron. This is the most popular style, and it’s been around for centuries. It covers the upper body fully and goes down to the knee or mid-thigh.
- Waist Apron. This apron typically covers the lower half of the body, extending to the mid-thigh or knee area.
- Bistro Apron. Just like the waist aprons, these only cover the lower half of the body, with the difference that the bistro apron covers the legs entirely.
- Pinafore Apron. A classic vintage apron. Kids mostly used these aprons in the past to protect their clothes, but today you can see them anywhere. It covers the front bodice to the mid-thigh and has crossed straps and a back.
- Tabard Apron. You can see the tabard apron mostly on the cleaning crew. It has an entire front and back bodice cover with open sides and a tab closure.
- Cobbler Aprons. This type of apron is similar to the Tabard apron style but with less shape. This apron consists of a large rectangle with a hole for the head to pass through. It covers the front and back and has adjustable ties on the sides.
What is the best Fabric to sew an Apron?
Aprons come in a lot of different colors and materials. You can choose anything from cotton, leather, denim, wax canvas, or even neoprene fabric!! It all depends on what purpose you will give to this apron.
For home use, the best choice is cotton fabric. The cotton fabric for aprons offers a lot of durability and is easy to clean. Which, obviously, is something that I appreciate a lot.
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How much fabric do I need for an Apron?
To make a simple apron for an adult, you can use anything from ¾ to 1 yard of fabric. You can even make it with only half a yard if it is a half-apron. But when it comes to a more complex style like my ’50s-inspired yellow apron or a pinafore-style apron, you will need about 1 ½ yards of fabric.
To sew an apron for a kid, you will make it with only half a yard of fabric.
Patterns for Aprons List
Now that you have all the information you need to choose and create your apron design, go ahead and explore this list of patterns for aprons. I am sure that you will find the perfect design for you.
To navigate this list, we will start with the Aprons for Women, then show patterns for aprons you can sew for children, and finally, you will find designs for Men’s aprons.
Patterns for Aprons for Men, Women and Kids
These Patterns for Aprons list will have the perfect apron for a fancy new look or just add a little fun to your cooking time. Check out these options!
Summer Apron Free Sewing Pattern
- The cutest 50's inspired Apron for Summer. This apron features a sweetheart bib with a beautiful tiered circle skirt. Perfect for a fresh, feminine look.
Christmas Apron DIY. Free Pattern and Tutorial
The best apron to wear during the Christmas season. This free printable PDF pattern is available on our website.
How to Make an Apron: Sewing Projects for Beginners
This simple bib apron is easy to sew and takes only 20 to 35 minutes from start to end. Get the easy instructions and pattern here.
How to Make a Simple Cross Back Apron - Free Pattern
This cute apron for women has a beautiful crossed back and a crochet pocket detail, making it even more special. You can find the free PDF download in this blog.
Learn How to Make an Apron; Free Sewing Pattern
If you want easy but cute, this apron sewing pattern by polka dot chair is your best choice. It has a cute small pocket and trims lace decorations that make it super feminine.
1 Yard Magic Free Apron Pattern
You need to follow this tutorial if you don’t have a lot of fabric to make a crazy design. It will show you how to create an apron for an adult with only one yard of fabric.
50's Inspired Apron Sewing Pattern
Vintage never goes out of style! You can recreate this super cute 50’s apron with a free pattern that Rebecca offers on her blog.
Ruffled Floral Apron from Sprout Patterns!
This ruffled apron will make your cooking time feel like heaven. I mean, if you have to cook anyways, why not cook feeling pretty?
How to make a farmhouse style pocket apron
This half-apron couldn’t be simpler. You don’t even need to download any pattern. The instructions that A box of twine provides are enough to make this beautiful design.
Vintage Apron Pattern Free and tutorial
Another seasonal apron. This cute design is not only vintage but also has a Christmas theme. Get inspired by this free pattern and start sewing.
Craft Show Vendor Apron
Who said all aprons are worn in the kitchen?? Of course not. Some of them are used when we do other housework, paint, or even go to craft shows to sell our creations. This vendor craft show apron has a lot of pockets (some of them with zippers!)
Farmhouse Linen Pinafore Apron Pattern and Tutorial
This is a beautiful apron with leather cross-back straps and cute contrasting pockets. The pattern is pretty simple (all squares and rectangles), so beginners can make this easier.
R2D2 Inspired Apron Pattern
Of course, I would include a Star Wars pattern if I found one! Debby shows us how to make an R2D2 and a Darth Vader (yes, both!) aprons here.
Jeans Apron
We all have a pair of jeans that are too ripped to use but in too good shape to throw away. After upcycling my jean jackets, I know denim looks good on anything. With this tutorial, you can turn your old jeans into an apron!
DIY Half Apron for Sewing (FREE pattern)
This cute half apron is very stylish and easy to make. Especially good for gardening work or around your workshop.
Free Apron Sewing Pattern
Right in the middle! Why? Because these post by Sweet Red Poppy has patterns for kids and adults!! And very easy to follow instructions too.
Cute Girls Apron Tutorial | Apron Patterns for Children
Another ruffle pattern, but this time is for kids! Following this easy sewing tutorial, you can make this cute apron with ruffle trim.
DIY Free Kids Apron Pattern & Tutorial
Go simple and basic. That’s always a great choice when you have to make handmade Christmas gifts or are in a hurry to have your projects done. This tutorial will achieve precisely that.
Fox Apron Tutorial and Pattern
Have you seen anything cutter than this little foxy apron? You can get the template to make this beautiful pattern at Simple as that blog.
Reversible Superhero Apron Tutorial
Give your little ones a lot of play power with these fun superhero aprons. They have a pretty easy-to-follow tutorial here.
Cookie Monster Toddler Apron Tutorial Sizes 18m-3T (Free!)
Do you only have plain colors fabrics? Hopefully, you have blue colors because you could make this cute cookie monster apron for kids.
How to Sew Kids Aprons, a free Child's Apron Pattern
This kid's apron pattern has it all. The gathered bottom, the trims, and the fabric pattern's color combinations.
How to Make an Owl Apron
If you want something more creative and fun (and a tad bit challenging), I suggest making this owl apron. Look at those layered fabric feathers! Your kids are going to love it.
Free Girls Apron Pattern and Sewing Tutorial
The last pattern for kid’s aprons is this cute sweetheart bib apron. I love this detail! It makes it look all more interesting. Don’t you think?
BBQ Apron for Dad – FREE Sewing Pattern
I love this design! It has excellent color combinations and fantastic metallic notions. To make this pattern reversible, you will need 2 yards of fabric (one for each print) and one D ring.
His & Her Apron Patterns
You can make matching aprons for you and your partner with these his and her’s apron patterns. They have a simple bib design so that you can play with cool fabric prints.
Upcycled Denim Apron – DIY Gift
Another great project to upcycle your old denim fabrics, jeans, or jackets. You can make this apron in less than an hour for you, your friends, or as a gift, and it has sizes for kids and adults.
Men's Apron Sewing Tutorial
This apron design has caught my attention. The buckle on the straps makes it look super attractive and durable.
Free Pattern. The Everybody Apron
This apron can work for both men and women. The style is pretty cool, and it has leather straps and ties.
Waxed Cotton & Leather Mens Apron
This apron pattern is the one if you are looking for a design that stands out at a barbeque party. This waxed cotton apron has great leather details on the straps and the pockets, with metallic rivets.
Men's Dress Shirt Repurposed to Apron Tutorial
No fabric? No problem! Use an old shirt and transform it into an apron. It`s an amazing upcycle project you can make to reuse all those shirts no one wants to use anymore.
How to Make an Apron - Tutorial
Stripes are always a good choice. This design of a bib apron is pretty simple to make, and you will only need about one and a half yards of fabric.
Man Apron
This design is so fun! I think kids can have a good time doing this for their fathers. This post doesn’t include a pattern, but I believe the inspiration for it is excellent.
Sloppy Joes apron sewing pattern
And last but not least. This father and son’s apron is the cutest thing you could ever witness at a barbeque with your friends.
I hope you liked these patterns for aprons designs and that you get to make more than one. If you do and this list helped you, please remember to share your pictures at My Golden Thimble Sewing Club on Facebook.
Happy Sewing!
This is a lot of information and patterns. There is always so much to learn. Thank you so much.
You are most welcome my gorgeous Linda! Let me know which one you make. Love, Dafhtne