I have just finished my first project as part of the EDES 210 course, sewing a customized apron. I expected to be done with this project quickly; however, it took more time than I initially thought, but it taught me a new skill, which I would love to further advance .

I first started by watching some videos to learn how to sew and understand how a sewing machine works, then I picked up some fabric and straps, which I would use for making the apron. Before starting to sew, I carefully planned by making a pattern for a medium-sized apron with the appropriate dimensions, accounting for an extra inch all the way around for a double-fold hem.

I proceeded to cut out the fabric carefully along the pattern’s shape. Although the pattern took some time to create, it really helped me cut the fabric confidently and accurately without being afraid of messing it up. I then proceeded to fold the edges, iron them, and pin them so they were ready to sew.

During my initial sewing, the thread broke (it was too tight). Thus, I had to take it apart with scissors and restart my sewing. I initially sewed the entire outside, and that concluded my work for the first day. I had planned to come by once more to finish up the straps using box stitches.

The next time I arrived, I realised that the only free sewing machine had a broken needle head, so I turned to the manual and looked for a new needle head to replace it. I started working on the box stitches and finished them more quickly than I expected. This gave me more time, which led me to add a costume pocket to my apron. I wanted the design to include the initial of my name, and so I cut up the straps and used some buttons to make the pocket, as shown below.

Clean Up

Ofcourse! I made sure to clean up the table and put everything back in its place after working.

Cost Analysis