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Apron Strings, Michigan Historical Museum

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Michigan Apron Challenge

Make an Apron:
Apron Ideas

More about Aprons

 

Kid's Stuff

Try these activities. Ask for help from an adult for the sewing projects.

Make an Apron

Patterns for Paper Dolls that Wear Aprons

Apron Books and Activities

  • Carle, Eric. My Apron. NY: Philomel Books, 1994.
     

  • Cicciarelli, Joellyn Thrall. Apron Annie in the Garden. (A Learn to Read Read to Learn Science Series book). Cypress, CA: Creative Teaching Press, 1997.
     

  • McKissack, Patricia C. Ma Dear's Aprons. NY: Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 1997.
     

  • While on a car trip or just shopping around your hometown, look for people who wear aprons at their jobs. Make it a contest and give yourselves points for each apron you see. A double-scoop ice cream cone for the winner!
     

  • Plain aprons can be purchased at many craft or fabric stores. Decorate one using fabric paints for yourself or as a gift for someone special.


This exhibit is a program of ExhibitsUSA, A National Division of Mid-America Arts Alliance.

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