Friday, August 28, 2009

Apronology

Wearing an apron in the kitchen is like wearing sunglasses when outside. Growing up I always thought sunglasses were only for “cool” people. If you wanted to look like a movie star or like you were “in” with the cool kids, you wore sunglasses. After college, I finally realized the true need for sunglasses. Hmmm, that’s why I was always overly annoyed with the sun while driving on an especially bright day. Now I am usually seen wearing sunglasses outside – and I don’t think I’m that cool (but maybe I do feel a little like a movie star).
Aprons are similar in that I’ve always thought they were just for being cute in the kitchen. I am not one that will try very hard to be “cute” (sometimes it just happens) therefore I have never attempted to cook or bake with a sweet little apron tied around my waist. It was one day while at a flea market with my parents when I spotted the most wonderful vintage half-aprons. With my love for special vintage things growing, I just had to have one – or two (thanks, Mom!). However, after my half-aprons made it home, they sat folded in my makeshift buffet until one fine baking day I decided to try one on. I did instantly feel cuter in the kitchen (okay and maybe a bit self-conscious with an apron showcasing my love handles) but the apron also became one of my favorite baking attires. Instead of frequently rinsing off the dough from my fingers or always reaching for the dish towel to wipe off my measuring spoon, I had instant access to my charming little apron. My pants would no longer have flour patches on them and I wouldn’t use up all of the dish towels. I started wearing my apron so often that Katelyn would ask to wear one and we would tie a half-apron around her chest while she “helped” Mom. Now I have made Katelyn a few of her own and together we wipe our floured hands on our little aprons. So, if you haven’t worn an apron while baking or cooking, try one. You might just feel cute enough to bake more often or at least enjoy it a little more.

6 comments:

  1. AGREED! Love aprons! Anthropology is responsible for my new found love of aprons ;-) I'm enjoying your blog! :-)

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  2. Thanks, Jen! That means a lot. :~) I LOVE Anthropology.

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  3. Ok! That's the cutest!! I so think I need an apron!;)

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  4. Love this post!! I searched for months for a vintage apron when my friends suprised me with the perfect one!! I feel more inspired to be in the kitchen when I wear it too, and even though it doesn't make me better at cooking, I feel more official when I have it on! Why has the practicality of the apron been lost on our generation? Keep blogging girl!

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  5. I bought Lu Lu a cheapo one at Target, but I'm totally wanting to make some!!:)

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