The Apron Book
Tie One On and Join in the Celebration of an American Icon
According to essayist and apron archaeologist EllynAnne Geisel, aprons don't hold us back, they take us back . . . the very reason for this simple garment's status as a hot collectible and a must-have in the kitchen. In The Apron Book, EllynAnne provides the ultimate apron resource. Read more...
Chit Chat — Apron Memories Blog
Testimonials
Customers and fans of Apron Memories Share
Dear EllynAnne!
The Mama Mia apron has arrived — My S.O. brought it home after work! It's just as lovely as I thought it would be. Read more...
Apron Album
"For four years I toted an old laundry basket full of aprons hither and yon, and what I discovered is everyone knows what an apron is and everyone has a story to tell."
"Nothing dresses up for a fancy to-do like an apron. It's like it puts on its lipstick and a slick pair of heels and it's ready to party!."
About EllynAnne Geisel
Since first tying on domestic armor just seven years ago, essayist EllynAnne Geisel has gathered more than 400 aprons and apron memories from across America. She celebrates the spirit of the men and women who wore aprons through her traveling exhibit, Apron Chronicles: A Patchwork of American Recollections apronchronicles.com. The exhibit is managed by The Women's Museum of Dallas, a Smithsonian affiliate thewomensmuseum.org. Read on...
NEW BOOK - Apronisms
EllynAnne's newest book is published.
Apronisms: Pocket Wisdom for Every Day
"This little book asserts, "You can never have too many aprons or too many memories." Apron anecdotes and aphorisms merge with quotes, photographs, and memories to offer down-home-spun, no-nonsense wisdom that is tinged with humor. For ultimate giftability, the book's case wrap mimics fabric."
Smoochie Apron - as Seen in Vogue
EllynAnne's Smoochie is featured in the March 2008 issue of VOGUE.
There are a limited number of the aprons available via the online store. Click on the apron image above to purchase.
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Apron Stories
Stories about what aprons have meant in our lives and memories
"Tying Together — A Celebration of Aprons jumped off a page and into my heart as I read the December 2006 AARP Bulletin. It brought back warm memories of my mother, seamstress extraordinarie, who was known throughout her little town as the "Apron Lady."
Whenever a friend was to be married, and my mother was invited to attend a bridal shower, the ladies in attendance patiently awaited the opening of Marion's gift…always a big box filled with an assortment of her handmade aprons: a clothespin apron, a barbecue apron, a couple of bib aprons and always a very frilly, party apron. Read more....
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Aprons. Note Cards. And More.
I love creating each apron and I guarantee you will be delighted with your purchase. —EllynAnne Geisel
Each apron is handmade with love. The notecards feature vintage aprons & snapshots with quotes provided by contributors to the Apron Chronicles. The dishware is inspired by the vintage apron patterns in EllynAnne's collection.
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Tie One On Day™ - Nov 26,2008
National Tie One On Day™ is now sponsored by The Fabric Shop Network Inc. ...the trade organization for independent quilt and fabric retailers. Click below to view more information:
The Apron Lady Speaks!
EllynAnne was the keynote speaker at the American Sewing Guild's National Conference. Watch videos...
EllynAnne appeared on CBS Sunday Morning. Watch videos...
Appearances...
September 27, 2008 Denver, Colorado
Red Hat Rendezvous, Colorado State Convention
Apron Memories presentation and book signing » More Info
News/Press
Vogue Magazine — March 2008
Apron Chronicles Exhibit
A Patchwork of American Recollection
Apron Chronicles is a traveling exhibit comprised of 46 photographs, text in story form and 155 vintage aprons.
Apron Chronicles is managed by The Women's Museum of Dallas
October 7, 2008 – January 2, 2009
The Grace Museum
102 Cypress Street
Abilene, Texas
Website: http://thegracemuseum.org/
February 1-April 30, 2009
Ironworld Discovery Center
801 SW Hwy 169
Chisholm, Minnesota
Website: www.ironworld.com
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