My previous post on how to make a pottery apron is my most popular post (thanks to Pinterest!) so thought I’d put it out there again for those of you that did not see it previously.
One of the downsides of doing pottery is the mess…unless you have an awesome pottery apron that keeps the dirt from overwhelming your outfit (and I use that term loosely, as I NEVER would call what I wear to the pottery studio, an “OUTFIT”-LOL!!).
The best apron that I’ve found was in a sack of rags from the lady that I bought the kiln from. As she had me load up “everything”, I took a bag of rags and in going through them found this old, but fantastic apron.
See video here (I apologize now for this very cheesy video):
I made a pattern from it and made a few minor changes and have made several since. You can actually pull it over your head, no ties, no need for clean hands, and it splits in the middle, so it is perfect for throwing. I make them out of curtain fabric that has a light rubbery lining-helps to avoid too much soakage!
Here is an article I found on how to make a pottery apron from a Pottery Making Illustrated, Special Potters Guide issue from 2001-2002: 
Keep it clean!
Marian
LOVE the car seat apron Marian, yr a total nutcase xx
Hahaha! You know it!!!
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Very industrious and I give great applause for your actions on sustainability. A great way to recycle or re-use something ‘old’!
Thanks! I just can’t stand to throw ANYTHING away!!
Great aprons! I’m always looking for a pair of overalls at the local thrift store.
Fantastic post Marian! I loved seeing the pottery illustrated article! I might need to make my own car seat aprons after reading how water repellant they are 🙂
Love your aprons. I keep saying I will make some split aprons but, am I?????? I can barely do what I am doing. Those aprons at the top were cute. I loves the bright design but, how were they made? Maybe I could order something . CAR SEAT!! This is why I miss you. Judith
I think you should check out my site: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StartswithClay for the best pottery apron on the planet. I started out as a potter, and now I sew sew sew. My customers love my design, and you will too. 🙂
Here’s another one for you to try.
Get a pair of blue jean coveralls from the salvation army or other budget clothing stores.
Cut out the bum, leaving the waist band and the shoulder staps intact. Split the legs up the back and voila – pottery apron with pockets.
Great idea! Ill have to try and find some!!!
Thanks for the mention!
All the best,
Marian