1960s Vintage McCall's Sewing Pattern 2451 Fitted Wrap Around Cobbler Apron Darling
Original 1961 McCall's Pattern No. 2451 - Wrap-Around Cobbler Apron, Half Apron and Mitt
Original 1961 McCall's Printed Pattern No. 2451, offering a full wrap-around cobbler apron with crossed shoulder straps, plus a coordinating half apron and quilted mitt. Size Small (10-12). Complete Nice Condition; envelope shows wear from decades of handling, professionally repaired to keep it intact.
Quick Facts
- Pattern Number: McCall's No. 2451
- Year: 1961
- Garment: Wrap-Around Cobbler Apron, Half Apron and Mitt (2 Views)
- Size: Small (10-12), Bust 31-32", Waist 24-25"
- Condition: Complete Nice Condition
- Envelope Condition: Worn, Professionally Repaired
Design
McCall's Pattern 2451 centers on a wrap-around cobbler apron with crossed shoulder straps that form a V across the back, a gathered skirt, patch pocket, and self-fabric tie belt - paired with a matching quilted mitt, interfaced in cotton flannel. View B offers a simpler half apron in the same lengthwise-striped, print, or plain fabric, finished with a contrast patch pocket and double-fold bias tape. Both views can be embellished with a rose or tulip motif worked as a hot-iron or sewing-machine zigzag appliqué, in pink or turquoise with moss green leaves and stem. Twelve pieces total.
A Moment in Fashion History
The wrap-around cobbler silhouette, with its crossed-strap back, was prized in the early 1960s for being quick to put on and take off without buttons or zippers. This pattern was also sold alongside a coordinating daughter's version, part of a broader early-'60s enthusiasm for matching mother-and-daughter home sewing projects, while the hot-iron appliqué option offered a no-sew embellishment newly convenient for the home seamstress.
Illustration
The cover illustration has been digitally restored and enhanced by Judy Yates to highlight the original fashion artwork while preserving the character and artistry of this historic McCall's pattern envelope.
Connections
This pattern is part of our Kitschy Kitchen exhibit, a growing collection celebrating the whimsical, decorative side of mid-century kitchen textiles. While I love everything about McCall, it must be said, "McCall Makes the Cutest Aprons!"
