Boy's Apron

For bench aprons for boys, get, according to the height of the boy, from 11/4 to 11/2 yards of blue and white plaid shirting or jumper cloth, or, if plain color is preferred, blue or brown denim or overall cloth. Fold the piece in the center lengthwise, and from one end cut out such a piece at one corner of the material as will leave, when the piece is unfolded, a bib at the center top eight or ten inches wide. The piece cut out should form a curve from the top of the bib to the edge of the material at the waist line.

Hem the bottom of the apron and the top of the bib with a wide hem and make a narrow hem around the curves. From the material cut away, make a strap of such length that when it is fastened at its ends to the corners of the bib it will pass easily over the head. Also make straps to fasten at the lower ends of the curved portion and tie behind. No pockets are required and are a disadvantage, as they catch shavings and dirt. Figs. 31, 35, 52, and 86 show how such aprons appear when in use.

Girl's Apron

Any preferred material, such as gingham, calico, white or black goods, may be used for the girl's apron. Some very much prefer the yard-wide black mercerized goods, and in this width for medium height 41/2 yards will be required. For girls ten to twelve years of age 3 yards will ordinarily be sufficient.

Cut the apron sack front and back, open and hem the entire length at the back. Have the neck large enough to accommodate the neck dressing. The long sleeves should be gathered into tight bands fastened at the hand. A broad band fastened on the side seam at the waist line and buttoned at the seam on the opposite side will hold any fullness from falling forward. Buttons and button holes should be placed at the top and center of the back and at the waist line. No pockets are required in this apron. Figs. 71, 98, and 104 show various styles of aprons in use.