Mid 1920s Apron with Front Waist Sewing Pattern

This Mid 1920s Apron with Front Waist Sewing Pattern was originally published by Peerless Pattern. The original package described it as a “Ladies' Apron, with Front of Waist Extending into Belt; Straight-Gathered Skirt in either of Two Lengths and with or without Pockets.” This pattern includes 5 pieces and allows you to create multiple practical apron variations from one historically inspired set. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

The Mid 1920s Apron with Front Waist Sewing Pattern reflects the useful, attractive household garments worn by women during the middle years of the 1920s. Aprons of this kind were intended to protect clothing while still presenting a neat, stylish appearance. The front waist extension creates a shaped bib-like upper section that flows into the belt, while the straight-gathered skirt gives the garment a comfortable and serviceable fit appropriate for kitchen work, housework, and everyday domestic use.

Peerless offered this design in two lengths, with or without pockets, making it a flexible pattern for sewists interested in either a shorter working apron or a fuller, longer version. The original layout and construction notes show a straightforward garment intended for practical home sewing, with binding used to finish select edges and a gathered skirt joined to the front section. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Pattern Features

• Original Peerless Pattern design
• Apron with front waist extending into belt
• Straight-gathered skirt
• Two apron lengths
• Optional pockets
• 5 pattern pieces

Sizes Included

This pattern has been graded by Past Patterns for Bust Sizes 36", 40", and 44". These are the only sizes currently offered for this package. The original pattern was issued in those same bust measurements. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Skill Level

Skill Level: 1/5

This pattern is suitable for a beginner or improving sewist. The garment uses a simple gathered construction, basic seams, and straightforward finishing methods. The shape is uncomplicated, and the original instructions indicate a practical apron rather than a tailored garment. Optional pockets and binding add a little interest, but this remains one of the more approachable historical sewing projects.

Fabric and Materials

The original material chart gives requirements for multiple fabric widths. For 36" wide material, the package states:

• Size 36: 3 1/4 yards apron on figure, 3 yards full-length plain apron, or 2 5/8 yards short-length apron, plus 5 3/4 yards binding
• Sizes 40-44: 3 3/8 yards apron on figure, 3 yards full-length plain apron, or 2 5/8 yards short-length apron, plus 6 yards binding

The original pattern also notes that the apron may be made in either 26-inch or 33-inch lengths, and that 3/8 inch seam allowances are allowed on all edges for seams and finish. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

What You Receive

This printed Past Patterns package includes the historically reproduced pattern on 36" wide paper, along with the original cutting and making directions, layout information, and the reproduced envelope materials. The set is computer drawn to emulate the original pattern while preserving the historic character of the design.

If you would prefer a PDF version for home printing or copy shop use, the download edition is also available here: Mid 1920s Apron with Front Waist Downloads.

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