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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Mary Hutcheson says
Such a beautiful bee crest! I would love to have this, as I’ve recently started decorating with all things bee related. Thank you for sharing your talents!
Wendi says
Hi Mary! Thanks so much for your kind words. I love this little graphic for all kinds of projects. I just sent it to you, sorry for the delay we took some time off over Easter for a family vacation. Happy creating!
Barbara says
Just discovered you! Signed up for emails and would love the bee transfer. I want to make tea towels with it for my girlfriends for Mother’s Day. thank you, Barbara
Wendi says
Hi Barbara! What a sweet gift idea. I just sent the bee graphic. Enjoy and thanks so much for following along on the blog!
Yvonne says
Oh I love this, I would so appreciate putting your creation in my home..Thank you and your generous heart…God Bless!
Wendi says
Hi Yvonne! You are welcome! I just sent the bee graphic. Have fun creating something special with it. I think this may be my favorite graphic ever., it’s so versatile! Thanks so much for following along with the blog!
PC says
I would like the graphic too Just subscribed
Wendi says
Hi PC and welcome! I’ll bee happy to send you the bee graphic. Look for it in your email box later today. Enjoy creating something awesome with it!
Caz says
Thanks for sharing- please do send – i can see it in 1001 ways
Wendi says
Hi Carolyn! I’d be happy to send you the Bumble bee file. Look for it in your inbox shortly!
Suzanne says
I would love your bumblebee design. I love bumblebees! They are a sweet symbol for me of my son who passed away. Please send me your image.
Thank you!
Wendi says
Hi Suzanne, First let me share I’m so very sorry for your loss. I’ll be happy to send you the bumble bee graphic. Enjoy it and I hope you create something that makes you smile. Thank you for your visit.
Trish says
Thank you for sharing your bee graphic. I’m enjoying your site.
Wendi says
Hi Trish, I’ll be happy to send you the bee graphic. I’m happy you found my site and so glad you like my projects. Look for it in your email box shortly.
Lou Annl says
Please send me the bee image. I just love it
Wendi says
Hi Lou Ann! I’d be happy to send you the image. Look for it in your email box later this morning. Thanks so much for following along on the blog and happy creating!
Rebecca says
Hi! I subscribed to your list. . .and would LOVE to have the bumblebee image. Thank you!
Wendi says
Hi Rebecca and thank you for subscribing! I’ll send you the bee graphic this morning, look for it in your email box shortly. Thanks so much for following along on the blog and my projects!
Chelle Chapman says
Thank you Lovely, I too would LOVE this image to iron on some flour sack towels I have blank. I LOVE Bee’s as my Hubs calls me Queenbee & has for years. Thank you SEW much for this & for ALL you do!!!
Wendi says
Hi Chelle, This image on a flour sack towel would be lovely! Especially when the “Bee” name has meaning to you 🙂 Thanks for following along on the blog and have fun creating with it! Look for the graphic in your email box later this morning.
Darlys says
love it, plese send
Wendi says
Hi Darlys and thank you! I think the Bumble Bee graphic will work on so many different types of projects. Have fun creating!
Betty Gaither-Smith says
Please send me your nimble bee graphic. I love your site. So many great ideas. I don”t know why I did not find you before now.
Wendi says
Hi Betty! I don’t know why you didn’t find me before either! LOL..Funny! But I’m glad you found me now and like my projects. I have a lot of fun creating and sharing them all. Thanks so much for your visit and sweet note. Look for the Bumble Bee file in your email box later this morning. Have fun creating and welcome!
Debbie says
Hi, I’d love to make the apron, plus tea towels. Perfect image!! Thanks
Wendi says
Hi Debbie and thank you! So glad you like my Bumble Bee graphic. Look for it in your inbox later this morning and happy creating!
melissa says
Love this apron! Please send the graphic.
Wendi says
Hi Melissa! I love the bumble bee apron too, it’s fun to put on and it’s perfect for the spring season. I’d be happy to send it along, look for it in your email box later this morning!
Nancy says
So happy I ‘found’ you ! Would love to receive the bumble bee graphic. I ordered the apron… So
it will be a happy Mother’s Day to me !!! Thank you so much.
Wendi says
Hi Nancy! You’re welcome. I’m so happy you “found me” too! LOL I sent the Bee Graphic last night. I love gifts to self…I do that too, sometimes they are the best ones. I love my bee apron, it feels good every time I put it on. I hope you enjoy yours as much. Happy creating, and thank you for following along on the blog!
Rita C at Panoply says
Thanks for the printable, Wendi. That queen bee, I’ve decided, is my new mantra. 🙂 Saw your feature on Share Your Style – congrats.
Rita C at Panoply
Wendi says
Hi Rita and you’re welcome! I’m in love with that pretty bee graphic too. It’s perfect for a spring project in so many ways. I sent the graphic earlier. Happy creating!
Dorene says
These projects are adorable. I would appreciate it if you would share the graphic with me as I have a friend who has lace curtains with a bumble bee pattern in her kitchen. I would love to make her some accessories like the apron and dishtowels to coordinate with the theme . Thanks so much!
Wendi says
Hi Dorene and thank you! I loved the bee graphic as soon as I made it too! It would be sweet on a set of dishtowels with the apron! I sent it last night. Enjoy and happy creating!
linda says
Love the bee I would love the transfer to make pillows for my dining room chairs
Wendi says
Hi Linda and thank you. This graphic is so versatile. I’m loving all the ideas my readers are have shared on how they plan to use it. Look for the graphic in your email box this morning 🙂
Leanna says
I really love this little project. I recently tried to transfer a bumble bee and a mason jar on to a tea towel using mod podge and I disliked how both turned out. Guess I have to go look for some transfer paper, this project is exactly what I was hoping for.
thanks for sharing
Wendi says
Hi Leanna and thank you! Yes, Mod Podge on fabric will not turn out so well. Transfer paper is the easiest way to get a picture or graphic onto fabric. You’ll love how easy in fact! I’ll send you the bee graphic. Have fun creating with it!
Heidi says
Love the apron and your design! Thanks for sharing how to make your own and linking up with Funtastic Friday!
Wendi says
Hi Heidi! Thank You for hosting such an awesome party and place for me to share my projects! So glad you liked my Bee Apron:) It’s been popular!