How to Make a Basic Chef's Apron

Print out our apron template

Print out our pocket template

Cut an apron form and 2 pockets from the templates. Finish top edge of pockets with 1-inch double hem.

Fold in remaining 3 edges 1/4 inch each; press in place.

Finish all but bottom edge of apron with a 1/4-inch double seam. Finish bottom with a 1-inch double seam.

Add 2 long waist straps, using the neck-strap method in the gardener's apron how-to (each will start as a 2 1/2-by-34-inch strip).