Looking for a fun and functional way to upcycle something from your closet? This insanely creative DIY apron made from a jean skirt is the perfect project! Whether you’re cooking up a storm for the 4th of July, baking Christmas cookies, or hosting Thanksgiving dinner, this handmade apron adds charm and personality to any occasion.
Instead of letting an old jean skirt sit unused in a drawer, Elisabeth turned hers into a stylish kitchen apron — and you can too!
Why You’ll Love This DIY Apron
When it comes to DIY ideas that are both practical and fun, this is one of our favorites. The best DIY apron projects start with what you already have. This one uses a skirt you no longer wear and turns it into a piece you’ll use again and again.
It also fits into a wide range of DIY apron patterns, from chic to rustic to playful — and it’s easy to customize! This can even serve as a DIY apron dress style, depending on how you style the top piece.
Want to get creative? Add embellishments, iron-on patches, or try some DIY apron decorating ideas with paint, embroidery, or fabric stamping. It’s a simple way to make the project completely your own.
This custom apron also makes a thoughtful gift. It’s a creative DIY apron for dad on Father’s Day or a fun weekend craft for the whole family. Try making a DIY apron for kids, each in their favorite colors or prints. The possibilities really are endless!
What You’ll Need for diy apron
- One long jean skirt
- Scrap fabric (for ties)
- Needle and thread
- Scissors
- Iron
This project falls into the category of DIY aprons easy, and while it’s hands-on, it doesn’t require a complicated DIY apron pattern.
How to Make your Jean Skirt diy Apron
Elisabeth’s Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cut the Skirt
- Cut the back of the skirt to your desired apron length.
- Then, cut the front of the skirt from the bottom up to create the top portion of your apron.
2. Iron the Pieces
- Give your cut pieces a good press so they’re easier to work with.
3. Hem the Edges
- Use safety pins at first so you’ll sow in the right spots. Elisabeth recommends hemming the sides and bottom before sewing the top and bottom pieces together.
- (Optional: If you’re skipping the top piece, simply hem the skirt portion and move to the ties.)
4. Assemble the Apron
- Sew the top and bottom pieces together (if using both), then hem any remaining edges.
Making the Ties for diy apron
Waist Tie:
- Measure your scrap fabric so it can wrap around your waist with room to tie a bow.
- Elisabeth cut hers 4 ½ inches wide to create a finished tie that’s 1 ½ inches wide after folding.
- If needed, sew multiple fabric strips together to get the full length.
Neck Ties:
- Cut two strips, each 4 ½ inches wide by 22 ½ inches long (see example of one below)
- (see picture of waste tie and neck ties below).
Sewing the Ties:
- Iron each strip flat.
- Fold each long edge inward about ¼ of the way.
- Fold the strip in half so the edges are tucked inside.
- Iron again to crease.
- Sew along the open edges.
- For the waist tie ends, fold and sew them at a diagonal.
- For the neck ties, sew the ends straight.
Final Assembly
- Waist Tie: Thread it through the skirt’s belt loops. Center it so the middle of the tie lines up with the middle belt loop. Stitch the tie to the skirt underneath each loop to keep it in place.
- Neck Ties: Sew one tie to each top corner of the apron.
You’re Done!
Now you’ve got a one-of-a-kind apron that’s part DIY aprons easy free pattern printable, part DIY apron decorating ideas paint, and completely unique to you.
This project is perfect for seasoned crafters or beginners looking for DIY projects that don’t require a lot of tools or experience. Whether you’re crafting for fun, gifting with love, or decorating your own kitchen wardrobe, this DIY apron made from a jean skirt is both stylish and sustainable.
With Warmth & Love
Silas & Elisabeth
