"No Capes"

Lucky for me, I arrived in Chicago first after Mindi Wood cleaned out her closet. This meant that I was the lucky recipient of the clothing she was discarding! I know, I'm kind of gloating about my good fortune!

In the fancy bag of goodies was a top that Mindi said didn't work for her. It was very cute, so I gave it a whirl. Let's just say that if it didn't work for Mindi -- it was a total disaster on me! I think perhaps it was one of those items designed for those 5'10" women who are mostly legs -- not really a Wood trait.

So -- in the spirit of Dave Ramsey, I decided to make-do. Mostly I just made-over. I cut the top along the sides, then re-cut the front -- and the back band -- stitched together the leftovers -- and voila! -- an apron!!!!!

Yeah -- check the picture -- it's awesome! I have never really had a fancy apron before. I had no idea how cool this would be! I swear the thing has super powers. And, upon further reflection, I've discovered why: an apron is pretty much just like a superhero cape -- only when you tie it around your neck, it hangs down the front of you! I almost like cooking when I wear it –clearly something magical going on there! Think any of Mindi’s cooking skills will rub off on me? The apron also emits this sense of comfort as well – kind of like a security blanket. I put it on – think of Mindi and the other nieces – and I just feel safe and happy.

I checked out the aprons at the local boutique: $25 - $35 (and not as cute as Mindi’s shirt-apron). I didn’t recognize the label in shirt (no big surprise there), but I preserved it – just in case it’s something really groovy!

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I have worn it nearly every day for the past 2 weeks. I even speed over to the neighbor’s while wearing it – entertain company in it, have a hard time taking it off when I’m done in the kitchen.

Probably should have checked to be sure it was machine-washable before I started the project. Oh, well!

Thank you, Mindi!