winter beach path

We discovered a little path over the weekend that leads to this winter beach. I think of it as that because I can't imagine it in summer. It's so perfect in its deserted state, with frosty grass on the edge of the sand. Yes, there's something very calming about a beach in winter.

Inspired by these colours, I made an apron which is something I've been wanting to do for a long time.

It's a present for a friend who is a wonderful cook. I used the 'reversible apron' pattern from Lotta Jansdotter's Simple Sewing and am so thrilled with this design- especially the slightly fitted shape. I am already looking forward to making another one. This side is a cotton in blue, white and brown stripes, and the reverse is a crisp chocolate brown linen-blend.

The applique on one side is a direct copy of the one in the pattern. It's unimaginative of me, but I really liked the little vases with the embroidered stems.

Comments

[Esther]

melissa! i love the way your apron turned out-its sweet and chic. i too made one for a friend and loved the way it fit. then i swore i would make one for myself. then i started in on baby shower presents. we should race to see who actually makes themselves an apron first:)

[Chara Michele]

The photos of the beach are lovely... I really like that apron!

[amisha]

your lotta apron looks lovely (i was also very taken by that vase embroidery!). i love the fabrics you chose.
and there is something lovely about a beach in winter... it feels so much more like a special secluded place. xox