Everyday Apron

I've been breaking the sewing machine out with more and more frequency lately. This is a skill I'm desperate to learn but usually too impatient to practice. Maybe it's the time of year--but lately I'm finding sewing inspiration everywhere. This project is directly inspired by a post on Homegrown Evolution: The Modern Woman: Things to put in your apron pocket. I was particularly sold by items number 1 &2 in the post:

2. An egg. I certainly can't put an egg in my jeans pocket.

1. My iphone. Very convenient place for this indispensable item.

I've had this paisley fabric forever, and couldn't decide what to do with it--pillow? new seat cushion for my desk chair? I'm so glad I held out for the apron. Me and my apron go everywhere together now, especially when I spend an afternoon in the garden.