How to Make a Half Apron from a Vintage Pillowcase

How to Make a Half Apron from a Vintage Pillowcase

Vintage aprons are so pretty and I know a lot of folks that collect them. However, I rarely cook while wearing something that is worthy of protecting. But I had an idea for a more utilitarian apron, like a half apron that servers at restaurants wear. And it would use a couple of typical things I’d find at a thrift store: a vintage pillowcase and a ribbon belt.

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Wrapping Paper Storage from a Wooden Counter Stool

Wrapping Paper Storage from a Wooden Counter Stool

For years and years, I have stored our collection of gift wrap rolls in the box from our vacuum cleaner. No really, I have! But, the box is starting to fall apart, so I decided that I needed something else as wrapping paper storage. More specifically, vertical wrapping paper storage.

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