I got a bee in my bonnet the other day and I couldn’t get it out. It was more like an idea about a bee. Since it feels so much like spring already I had to make this project. So today I’m sharing my DIY Bumble Bee Apron with Free printable. It took me longer to stage this photo than it did to make. Which is really good because we are starting on tax preparation and I admit I haven’t been as organized as I should have been so I have lots of piles to start working on 🙁
But let’s get back to my project and spring and bumble bee aprons…
So… I saw the cutest bumble bee linen apron last week and almost grabbed it. I walked by the darn thing about 3 times. What held me back? It wasn’t the price. Nope, it wasn’t the color either. It was made out of a gorgeous thin handkerchief linen. I love linen but am waaaay too messy to use that for an apron!
So I searched online and found this apron, which I love by the way! Than I dug through my craft supplies because I was sure I had iron on transfer paper left over from another project. Sure enough, I had this one in my stash.
I designed a bumble bee crest, printed it and ironed it on. Just follow the directions on the transfer paper. It was easy 🙂
You can design your own design, or use the bumble bee crest I made. It’s available free for my email subscribers of course for personal use only! Subscribe here and you’ll be automatically directed to a page where you can download the pdf version. Don’t worry, current subscribers won’t get 2 emails!
By downloading my file you agree to only use it for personal use.
It’s a cute way to doll up a plain apron, a dish towel or even a cute tote. Don’t you think so?
Don’t forget to pin this project for later!
Unfortunately I have to get back to tax prep so this project & post is short and sweet 🙂 I can see this DIY Bumble Bee Apron With Free Printable project fitting in a kitchen, used as a gardening apron or even a crafters painting apron. What would you use it for? Share in the comments below, I love chatting with you guys!
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handmade by amalia says
This is such a nice apron, Wendi, I wouldn’t dare have it in the kitchen 🙂
Amalia
xo
Wendi says
Hi Amalia & thank you! You should have seen how cute the linen one was..although I think my bee graphic is every bit as sweet. We’ll se how it fares in the kitchen. I’ve been using one my daughter gave me about 10 years ago and it’s time for a refresh:) Thanks so much for your sweet note!
Julie says
I love this design, I am the ultimate “bee” girl, I absolutely love anything with bees so I am so excited to use this graphic. I will use it for a garden apron and a couple pillows for my porch. I’m new to your site so I’m very excited to follow you and your projects. Thank you!
Wendi says
Hi Julie and thank you so very much for signing up! I saw your name in my notifications this morning that you’d signed up. Welcome! I’m in love with the design too and plan to use it on more items. Definitely a pillow or two 🙂 I’ll send the file this morning & thanks again for following!
phyllis says
I’d love to have the bee printable design that you created.
Wendi says
Hi Phyllis! I’d be happy to send it along. Look for it later this morning in your email box & thanks for stopping by!
Moonalisa says
I think this is so cute! Would love to make one for my sweet neighbor, whom I share a love of gardening and enjoying a cup of tea!
Wendi says
Hi & thanks so much! This design is perfect for a sweet gift. Especially a gardening gift. Enjoy and look for the file to show up in your inbox this morning!
Kathleen Kludt says
I would like the bee design please!
Wendi says
Hi Kathleen! I’ll send out the bee graphic later this morning! Thanks so much for your visit.
Karri says
Love me a bumble bee and now wearing a pinafore daily… not sure why, but between a new German Shepherd pup and a 2017 resolution to bake more, it seems the right thing to do. Would love to have your design (LOVE). Thanks for sharing!! Now off to check out the rest of your blog… found you on Pinterest.
Wendi says
Hi Karri and welcome! I’ve started to love aprons too and have special ones for painting. Since you’re baking more..(how fun) this sweet design will be perfect for a spring apron! Thanks so much for your visit, welcome again & I’ll send out the graphic shortly!
Veronica says
I love your bee image. I can see using it so many ways. Please send me the image. I also love your apron. Thanks for sharing.
Wendi says
Hi Veronica and thank you so much! I fell in love with the apron and the bee image. Together they are perfect for a spring project. I’ll send the file along shortly. Thanks so much for your visit!
Toni says
I love to have this design. It is perfect for so many things. The apron is great too. Thanks so much for sharing them.
Wendi says
Hi Toni, You’re right, the graphic will look darling on lots of things! I’ll send it shortly!
Sandy says
You have such fantastic ideas, Wendi! I look forward to your emails & gain such inspiration from you. I would love it if you would share the bumble bee crest design with me. I have plans to make an apron for my sister-in-law who loves all things bumble bees! Thank you for sharing your creativity.
Wendi says
Hi Sandy & thank you! Your comment just made my day, thank you so much for the smile you put on my face! I’ll send the graphic shortly. Thanks so much for reading my blog!
Lynda Sneed says
Wendi, i just love the apron & bee iron on!!
I’d love to have the printable & I’d use the apron for potting my plants.
TYVM, as always!
Lynda
Wendi says
Hi Lynda! Isn’t this the cutest project? It will be adorable as a potting apron. Have fun with it and thanks so much for following along with my blog & projects!
Barb says
Love to make this or my Mom. Looking forward to access to the bee. Thank you. Barb
Wendi says
Hi Barb! It’s a super idea for Mother’s Day! Enjoy the printable!
Jody says
I am subscribed to your email so how do I get the sweet bee ?
Wendi says
Hi Jody! Of course you are a subscriber 🙂 Thanks so much too by the way. I’ll email that cute little bee shortly! Take care, and thanks so much for reading my blog & following along! Cheers!
Tammie says
I’m one of your subscribers and would love the bee printable. I’d love to use it on an apron, kitchen towels, or maybe even a pillowcase!
Wendi says
Hi Tammie, Wow, a pillowcase would be an awesome project! All these good comments are inspiring me to do even more with the printable than I already imagined 🙂 Love your idea! I’ll send the file along shortly. Thanks so much for following along and reading my blog!
Peggie Armstrong says
I love this patten! Thank you for sharing it with me.
Wendi says
Hi Peggie! It’s a cute pattern isn’t it? I’ll send it along to you shortly 🙂 Thanks so much for your visit!
Christina in FL says
Brilliant Wendi! I have some transfer paper as well… I’d love to receive your bee graphic! Do you mind if I use it on a gift for someone?
Thanks bunches!!
Wendi says
Hi Christina! You’re welcome and so glad you like it. Please do use it for a gift, what a sweet way to share the project. I’ll send the bee file along shortly 🙂
Patty says
Wendi this is so cute I just had to pin it for later.
Wendi says
Hi Patty & thank you! You didn’t mention that you wanted the file but I added you to the distribution list anyway. I know your creative mind will come up with something good to use it for;) Have fun!
Jean Spain says
I would love the design, please
Wendi says
Hi Jean! I’m happy to share it with you! I’ll send the bee file along this morning. Have fun creating with it!
Kate says
Please send me the downloadable graphic. I’ve been a subscriber for a while.
Wendi says
Hi Kate! Thanks so much for subscribing to my email & posts:) I’d be happy to send you the bee file. Look for it in your inbox this morning. Have fun creating with it!
Diane says
I love it! I would certainly appreciate you sharing your adorable work with me. It is so cute!
Wendi says
Hi Diane and thank you for the sweet compliment! I’ll send the bee file along this morning. Have fun creating something awesome with it! Thanks so much for reading my blog and following along!
Kim says
I would love to make tea towels for a gift! Pls send the image!
Wendi says
Hi Kim! Tea towels would be darling with this design! In fact, I eyed my own towels yesterday when I was doing this project. I had a pile of paperwork to tackle or I would have continued to come up with ideas for the graphic. I’ll send it along shortly. Thanks so much for reading and following along with the blog!