~I recently had an order for a pair of aprons as a wedding gift the following is from the accompanied note..." John and Clare,
These two aprons were made especially for you, by belle and burger, in Austin Texas. Your sister told me a little about you to help me with a theme. She said you live in Colorado and love outdoorsy, hiking things.
With your love for wildlife I assumed that you two were keen on recycling and I tried to I use a lot of re purposed fabrics.
I chose to use blues and greens because I think of Colorado and I think lush, green forest and cold, blue water.
Plant imagery seemed a perfect way to express your love for nature. So I searched for plants that would be symbolic of family, traditions, and new beginnings.
I wanted to use floral images on Clare's apron, so I designed an Indian paintbrush applique. If you are not familiar with this flower it is a delightful wild flower that usually appears in central Texas in the early spring. 
The Indian paintbrush seemed like a perfect choice to give reference to lush beginnings, Texas and your sister . The tree I felt was a compelling image to symbolize strength and growth as family. 
I wish you two a lovely life together and I hope you will spend many hours in these aprons making good food and good-times."
2 comments:
These are gorgeous and PERFECT for the couple! I appreciate you making these on such short notice as well.
Couple aprons are a great idea. That set is great!
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