Early 1910s Princess Apron Sewing Pattern | Past Patterns 5998
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Sew an authentic 1910s apron with this original Standard Fashion Co. design. Features princess seams, two sleeve styles, and two neckline options. Sized for 34″ bust.
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Early 1910s Princess Apron Sewing Pattern | Past Patterns 5998
$20.00
Sew an authentic 1910s apron with this original Standard Fashion Co. design. Features princess seams, two sleeve styles, and two neckline options. Sized for 34″ bust.
999 in stock
Get Free Shipping
On all US Orders over $50!
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Why Choose This Pattern?
This Early 1910s Princess Apron Sewing Pattern is a faithful reproduction of a Standard Fashion Co. original
Recreate an elegant and functional garment with our Early 1910s Princess Apron Sewing Pattern, based on a historical design by The Standard Fashion Pattern Company. The original apron was described as a “Ladies' Princess Apron; closed at the back; high neck with flat collar or square neck; large armhole; full-length or shorter one-seam sleeves.” Designed to reflect the graceful utilitarian wear of the early 1910s, this pattern captures the transitional style of domestic workwear during the Edwardian era.
About the Pattern
This Early 1910s Princess Apron Sewing Pattern is drafted directly from a period original and fits a size 34" bust. The apron features clean princess lines, a high or square neckline, and back closure—ideal for historical reenactments, housemaid costumes, or theatrical productions.
- One size only: Bust 34"
- Two sleeve styles: full-length or short one-seam sleeve
- Two neckline options: flat collar or square neck
- Closed at the back with large armholes for ease of movement
This pattern is not multi-sized. For help resizing the pattern to fit your measurements, see our guide to resizing vintage patterns.
Historical Context
Princess aprons gained popularity in the early 1910s as both stylish and practical garments for women working in the home. Their fitted lines and modest shapes reflected a shift away from the elaborate dressing of the Edwardian elite toward the increasing visibility of working and middle-class women. Transparent fabrics like veiling, silk voile, netting, marquisette, and even metal gauze were commonly used, dyed in deep blue, shell pink, sulfur yellow, or rich tobacco brown. These fashionable-yet-functional aprons were often worn over house dresses or slips and served as essential daywear.
For more background on women’s workwear during the 1910s, explore this article from the Smithsonian:
Kitchen Labors in the Early 1900s – National Museum of American History
Materials & Yardage
To create the full-length version of the apron, you will need:
- 5¼ yards of 36" wide fabric
- Suggested fabrics: chiffon, silk voile, tulle, netting, veiling, or lightweight cotton
Fabric color suggestions from the era include black, white, maize, apricot, champagne, sulfur, deep blue, shell pink, silver, and tobacco.
What You Receive
This printed sewing pattern includes:
- Full-sized pattern printed on a single 36” x 82” sheet
- Reproduction of the original envelope artwork
- Back cover with material requirements and pattern diagram
- Detailed written instructions
- Past Patterns' Guide to Editing Garments Due to Bust Size
- Historical notes on the paper pattern industry of the era
Our patterns are printed on durable 20 lb. white paper and packaged in a reusable plastic sleeve.
Difficulty Level: 2/5
This pattern is suitable for confident beginners and intermediate sewists. The pattern includes princess seams and sleeve variations but features simple closures and clear directions. We rated it a 2 out of 5 for its balance of historical detail and manageable construction steps.
Also Available as a Download
Prefer to print at home or at a copy shop? Try the Early 1910s Princess Apron Downloads version of this pattern.
Wrap-Up
The Early 1910s Princess Apron Sewing Pattern is ideal for museum interpreters, historical costumers, reenactors, or anyone who wants to bring period authenticity to their sewing projects.
Copyright Past Patterns 1979–2025. All rights reserved.
Additional information
| Weight | 7 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13 × 10 × 2 in |
Sizing Information
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