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New Apron Style

admin — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 21:53:59 +0000

NEW APRON STYLE

This flirty, scalloped bottom apron is the perfect addition to any fourth of
July outfit. This reversable apron is created in a medium weight cotton fabric,
has a scalloped bottom with a combination of pleats and gathers for a full,
fun and flirty look. A blue 26" waist band tops this blue and red design
with long straps to tie a nice bow.

Order by June 21st for a 4th of July delivery.

More aprons in this style coming soon. Let us know what you think.

Apron strings-museum exhibit

admin — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:52:44 +0000

If you live in the Holland area, here is an event that you may want to check out. I had the great pleasure of visiting Holland about 13 years ago now, it is a beautiful country. I was sad to have missed the tulip season, but we enjoyed our stay non the less.

The Holland Sentinel
Posted Apr 07, 2010 @ 02:23 PM
Holland, MI — “Apron Strings,” the new gallery show which just opened at the Dekker Huis Museum in Zeeland features, what else — aprons.
“Apron Strings” will run all summer.
The museum is located at 37 E. Main Ave. in downtown Zeeland and is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Admission is free and donations are accepted.

Here is part of the “grandma’s Apron” poem that has been circulating around. It was part of this original post, but just did not make since to have it stuck in the middle.

“The principle use of Grandma’s apron was to protect the dress underneath, because she had only a few. It dried children’s tears, wiped dirty ears as well as runny noses. It carried eggs from the coop, vegetables from the garden and apples fallen from the tree. When dinner was ready Grandma waved her apron from the porch to summon men folk from the field. “

Bib Aprons

admin — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:11:40 +0000

The bib style apron has been created in the spirit of the 1950′s and features
4 wide trimmed pockets across the bottom. Made with cotton gingham, this apron
is light weight but durable. Available in several colors and sizes. To purchase
this apron please visit our "Bib Apron" page
here.

To view other apron styles that are available vist our products page
here.

Edwardian Aprons

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:09:26 +0000

The Edwardian Apron was inspired by a beautiful circa 1910-1912 pattern. Created
by Jeannie Chancey of sensibility.com

We have created these aprons with Mrs. Chancey’s permission and offer it to
you in a light weight natural muslin fabric and a soft cotton broadcloth that
is sure to blend with any attire. The full bodice design of the Edwardian apron
keeps more of your clothing protected, whether you are in the kitchen or on
the farm. This apron features 2 nice sized pockets and a fitted bodice for a
feminine yet functional design. To purchase this apron please visit our "Edwardian
apron" page here.

To view other apron styles that are available vist our products page
here.

Regency Aprons

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:05:10 +0000

The regency style apron was inspired by the Jane Austin film,"Since and
Sinsibility". A very popular empire waist apron from the early 1800′s.
Is perfect for the kitchen or garden. The light weight design makes this apron
a joy to wear. Pictured here in the short style 24" from the high waist
line. Reaches to the top of the knee on an average woman. Long style is 36"
from the high waist line. Available in cotton broadcloth and muslin. To purchase
this apron style please visit our "Regency Apron" page here.

To view other apron styles that are available vist our products page
here.

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Kitchen Aprons

admin — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:58:52 +0000

We have taken the basic kitchen apron and created it in fun and feminine fabrics
to bring some festivity back into the life of the homemaker. We are always adding
new fabric designs and one of a kind aprons to the "Kitchen Apron"
category, so check back often to see what we have added. These kitchen aprons
are standard in size and fit most women, feature two front pockets and over
the head adornment straps. To purchase one of these aprons please visit our
"Kitchen Apron" page here.

To view other apron styles that are available visit our products page
here.

Ruffles and Curves Aprons

admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:16:39 +0000

The frilly ruffles and curves apron style was created to bring back a feel
of the mid 1900′s when women enjoyed being in the kitchen and baking yummy treats
for their families. This apron features a ruffle that wraps all the way around
the front and up the sides. Available in several different fabrics and sizes.
We are always looking for ways to improve this apron and have just recently
starting creating them completely reversable. New spring fabrics will be coming
soon. To purchase this apron style please visit our "Ruffles and Curves"
apron page here.
To view other apron styles that are available vist our products page
here.

The pattern for this apron is also available in our store
here.

Dunkin Doughnuts

admin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 20:04:04 +0000

This recipe came to me via e-mail. It is part of a cookbook that has been circulating around with national restaurant recipes. Some of these we have tried personally and others we just wanted to share with you.

I have made these donuts many times. They are great!!

Dunkin Doughnuts
1 pkg. regular or quick−acting yeast
1/8 cup warm water (105−115 degrees)
3/4 cup lukewarm milk (scalded then cooled)
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 egg
1/6 cup shortening
2 1/2 cups all−purpose flour
Dissolve yeast in warm water in mixing bowl. Add milk, sugar, salt, egg,
shortening and 1 cup of flour. Beat on low speed while scraping bowl for
30 seconds. Beat on medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally, 2 minutes.
Stir in remaining flour until smooth. Cover and let rise in warm place
until double, about 50−60 minutes. Turn dough onto floured surface.
Roll dough 1/2− inch thick. Cut with round cookie cutter. Cover and
let rise on floured baking sheets until double, 30−40 minutes. Heat
vegetable oil in deep fryer or Dutch oven to 350. Slide doughnuts into
hot oil. Turn doughnuts as they turn golden brown, about one minute on
each side. Remove carefully from oil (do not prick surfaces) and drain.
When cool, make small hole to insert vanilla frosting. Take a sharp
knife and carefully make a large cavity inside of the doughnut to hold
the frosting. Fill the doughnuts generously with vanilla frosting and
dust heavily with powdered sugar. Makes: 12 doughnuts