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My project today was made using the new Baker’s Apron and Picnic Plaid paired with the Border Duo 1, Spiral Flowers and tiny leaves cut from Leaves and Stems.
I started by stamping the plaid image on white cardstock using Worn Lipstick. Then I stamped the apron image once over top of the plaid using the same color ink and stamped a second on plain white cardstock. I cut both aprons out and paper pieced them to create the white ruffles on the straps and hem, the bodice and pocket.
I added the tiny roses and foliage leaves on the pocket and bodice to add another feminine element to the apron. I layered it with the decorative eyelet border for the finishing touch. I think this is a perfect image to use on a card for someone who loves cooking. You can click on the photos to get a closer view.
Today's hop list!
Anna Wight
Dina Kowal
Ellen Taylor
Jeanne Streiff
Jenny Gropp
Karen Amidon
Kittie Caracciolo (you are here)
Laura Fulcher
Vicki Garrett
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The apron is sooooooo cute!
LOVE Love love….this apron…It reminds me of the aprons my husbands Grandmother wore everyday….
What a great use of background stamp!
A lovely, sweet card, Kittie!!
I love how you used the border and all the small details.
Really wonderful…
Oh, my… this image sure takes me back! I remember when my Mom would wear aprons similar to this. It reminded me of her card parties and the fancy card tablecloths and napkins! Great card and so much fun!
JOLIE, superbe carte, le tablier me rappelle mes tabliers!!!en plus jolie celui là.
I love this card….makes me think of my Mom who was a fantastic seamstress, among other talents…she had a Masters Degree, was an educator, wonderful cook, to mention a few. She made most of our clothes and would make aprons using the fabric remnants. Her aprons were beautiful. She even starched and ironed them. I only wish I had one as a keepsake. Thanks for taking me back to happy memories of my Mom.
Cute card! love the colors
Wow, what memories this card brings to my mind. So darn adorable. Kittie, you amaze me with every card, total fascination. I actually thought it was a die cut and its a stamp, wow, beautiful.
This is darling, Kittie. Aprons are making a come back. I like the type that slip over your head and tie at each side. I think our mothers and grandmothers had aprons for every occasion didn’t they? The little roses make this card just the sweetest, and stamping this image twice was a great tip – much easier to show a ruffle this way. And, I like your idea of giving this card to someone who likes to cook and be in the kitchen. Our grandson’s maternal grandmother wore a Christmas apron this year. This would be a lovely Thank You for Your Hospitality card to send her.
Now… I have a silly question. I was looking at your resource list and wondered what you used the nesting circle punch for? You can send me a PM on SCS and let me know if you wouldn’t mind.
How sweet and so pretty too, definitely takes me back to a simpler time.
Day after day you show the most amazing cards! I am speechless!
This reminds me of the aprons my mom and grandma wore on holidays. I love how you stamped the background to use as your paper for the apron. This card simply delights me!
What a wonderful reminder of times gone by. I love the apron and the sentiments it brings. Great card!
Too adorable! My grandmother used to make aprons…brings back memories.
Such fine detail work – as usual Kittie! Fantastic! I only looked at new stamps — I’ll have to go back and check out new dies!
Susie, I used the tiny 1/8″ punched circle to create the tiny rose on the bodice of the apron. I love adding tiny flowers to add a delicate touch. I hope this helps.
You always have the best cards!!
WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW!! This is SUPER SWEET!! 😉 I LOVE the plaid and your paper pieced design!! 😉 LOVE the borders too it is one of my favorites! THANKS for sharing and have a Fabulous Week!! 😉
Love the paper piecing technique! Thanks for sharing your talents!
this is so cute Kittie. I love the paper piecing of that dress.
Brilliant idea to stamp the plaid on the apron! Your card is gorgeous!
I like the Baker’s Apron card you’ve excellently created. It appears the apron is just floating above the layers of the card.
What a wonderful card! The apron design is so cute! I always love the little flower accents you add to your projects.
Very pretty!
I love this!
You have seriously outdone yourself this time. I love all your cards but this is adorable!
very sweet 1950’s pinny (that’s what we call them in England)
Love all the details on this sweet card.
What a cute apron. I like how you stamped the plaid on it. I still wear an apron–lesson learned from my mom. They certainly are coming back in style.
Kittie – love, love, l–v-e the apron card!!!! The plaid paper is so perfect – reminds me of my Mom’s aprons that she used to wear when I was younger!!!
Thanks for sharing!!
Lorraine
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What a cute apron. Love it Kittie.
So sweet.
Soooo cute! Really takes me back with some good memories.
Carole Lovill
love the plaid apron! darling card!
VERY NICE KITTIE! It makes you all warm inside, thinking of baked goods on such a cold day! 🙂
Amazing how you are able to take a ‘plain’ apron stamp and dress it up so beautifully – very creative!
My mother had an apron just like that. Such a cute card.
the paper piecing really makes the apron stand out.
So, so cute.
This is a great card…love the paper piecing! The little rose and the border punch details add so much. I can see the apron stamped on a recipe card too. Good job! TFS
love this have a friend that loves aprons may be on my wish list
Lovely card!! I like that new plaid stamp design.
Cute card love the apron
I love that apron (remember wearing those) and the die cuts along the sides really makes for a great card.
thanks for sharing
Great idea to team up the Apron and the Picnic Plaid stamps, very sweet card!
How cute and charming!
Love the work on the
apron and the border.
Carla from Utah
Good Afternoon,Kittie. What a darling apron. Your aprons were worn to protect cloths, as women didn’t wash clothes everyday.(Monday was wash day) cost factor, and labor. also for beauty as well. then there was saving on the budget using leftover material to make them. very practical. I find myself wearing them. not only for cooking, but for crafting, and cleaning. it’s a amazing what you can put in the pockets as you work through the house. they have real character, as yours does here. love it. ……have a good week-end…hugs
Your work is always so classy!
Thank you Kittie for using this stamp. Just love it.
sweet!
So cute!!
your card is so sweet, I love it!
Love the colors chosen for this card. The apron stamp is perfect with the plaid pattern.
Reminds me of my mom. She always wore a house dress with an apron!
Your creations are the best! You hit my nail right on the head with this plaid apron!
So cute, Kittie. It makes me think of the 50’s and 60’s era!
You took me back in time, where my grandma was in the kitchen cook, thank you.
Kittie, this card is absolutely adorable! I love all of the great detail you added!
I really love this card. The pretty apron takes me back to my childhood. I love the tiny flowers and the bow that you added. The lacy border die cuts are the perfect touch to add to this card.
Really cute. Nice colors.
What a stunning card! Love the little apron. Looks just like my mama’s!!
cute – love how you use all of your tools!
Sandra ltb
Very cute apron card. Takes me back many years. Am so glad to see they have come back in style.
Great card – reminds me of days when an apron was worn every day – my Grandmother always wore one ! Love the colors and the pretty edging !1
What an adorable card; love that new plaid stamp and the apron is so cute. Thanks for sharing
Kittie, this is such a sweet sweet girly card. I just love it. I can see giving this to a grandchild…. Thank you for sharing your wonderful creativity
Oh Kittiekraft, I try to copy you on a regular basis. I love your talent. Thanks for sharing all your talents.
You always do such a wonderful job with all the details.
Love the apron card with all the fabulous details
Your cards are so incredible! I love how you made the apron! It’s awesome!
That apron is adorable! Great card!
This would be so cute as a Mother’s Day card.
This apron is just adorable, and that plaid stamp is right up there with gingham. Everyone loves a classic plaid! Love, love this card!
Very elegant card! Love how you added the plaid and roses to the apron, beautiful job!! Thanks for sharing.
Katie B.
So adorable and sweet
WOW- The apron is absolutely gorgeous. The finishing touches with the flowers is perfect!!
you are sooo creative!!!
LOVE the Apron & border Lace….S W E E T !!!
Very pretty……luv the color
Adorably sweet…wouldn’t this make the cutest bridal shower card!!
What a cute card!
Cute!
Love your apron card! Brings back memories. My mum and grandmas always wore aprons!
So cute card!
What a cute apron card!! My granny always wore an apron!
Super cute card! Love your apron!!
Kittie I love how you paper pieced the apron and added the roses! Beautiful card!
That apron is top notched!
VOW, Kittie, what a wonderful reminder of times gone past…….your card is gorgeous as always……
Love it!
cute card – perfect for any mom or grandma
So sweet – love the apron.
isoscia at aol dot com
Pretty card! Like the lovely apron and lacy trim. 🙂
What fabulous creativity. And, again you have revived another precious thought for me. My mother always made aprons for my grandmother and they ALWAYS had to have pockets, lol. Great work, Kittie. TFS.
I am in love with your cards . Your fingers are magic .all your cards are full of life . May God bless you