After our trip to the Hedley & Bennett studio, Ellen put together our custom aprons and came over to show us how to tie the ribbons around the front (to hold extra towels while you're cooking). Ellen and Ruby had a great time making some very fancy dishes in Ruby's little kitchen.
Ellen chose a Japanese denim for my apron because I'm currently obsessed with chambray right now, and this is like the apron version of my current favorite shirt. Since I wear so much pattern on a daily basis, we added just a touch of pattern as a nod to Ruby's striped apron.
Ruby's striped apron is also made from Japanese denim, and Ellen topped off both of them with a muted red strap as a nod to the color ruby. ;) And the coolest part—Ellen is selling a limited batch of the Joy and Ruby apron styles (or as a set) she made for us over at Brika.
P.S. The team over at Brika (who support makers just like Ellen) and Madewell (one of my favorite clothing brands) are offering a special opportunity for one lucky person (and a guest!) to win a trip to Austin to meet a Brika maker, collaborate on an exclusive art print, get a Madewell shopping spree, and stay at an awesome hotel. Click here to check it out!
{Photos by Bonnie Tsang. Special thanks to Ellen Bennett. This post is in collaboration with Brika and Madewell. Ruby's outfit: top by Tea Collection (past season), leggings by My Moon. My outfit: Top by Madewell (past season).}
Super cute apron. You can never go wrong with too many aprons. I have a large collection of them and love every single one.
Quinn Cooper Style
How adorable! I remember making an apron for my son with a dishtowel and matching square potholder for the top. (Superman of course)I see cookie dough in your future! That’s one sweet future.
I don’t think I can find a child more adorable than ruby… those cheeks!!
Aw. This is waaay too cute.
This is super cute! Thanks for sharing.
i think a collection of cute aprons is a good thing!
Ruby’s apron is so adorable. I love the whole pretend kitchen set up!
I love your chambray apron, very sleek!
Cheers!
Akshara
Joy, can you tell me where you got the blue rug? I’m on the hunt for something similar. Thank you!
Carrie
LOVE the chambray apron!
How is she literally the cutest thing to walk planet earth?! Also, chambray apron = awesomeness!
Lovely post! I think I want an apron 🙂
Adorable! My little girl is a few months younger than Ruby. She loves to mimic what I’m doing in the kitchen. Can you share where the mini kitchen is from? I’m looking for one Santa can leave under the tree. And we might need the aprons too!
Hi Brittany,
The kitchen is from:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0040MK48W/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8camp=1789creative=9325creativeASIN=B0040MK48WlinkCode=as2tag=oj06-20
Best!
Joy
Adorable. Love those aprons!
-Maggie
maggiefinejewelry.com
Love this piece, aprons’s must be in the air at the moment as have bought 4 in the last week!
How special! And I think Ruby may be the cutest chef I’ve ever seen!
Hi Joy, I would also love to know where you bought the rug.
Best Cathy
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I purchased that same kitchen in Red for my niece last year – all I need to get her now is that gorgeous apron!! x
So sweet! We have the same pots and pans in our little kitchen, which is one of the most udes toys in our home. My Eva has a chef jacket and big silly chef hat, but I think an apron is in order too! Love the ones you guys chose.
i am also interested in the rug – looking for something similar for my house!
Hi Becky,
The rug is available right here:
http://www.madelineweinrib.com/indigo-brooke-cotton-carpet
Best!
Joy
Hi Carrie,
The rug is available right here:
http://www.madelineweinrib.com/indigo-brooke-cotton-carpet
Best!
Joy
Hi Cathy,
The rug is available right here:
http://www.madelineweinrib.com/indigo-brooke-cotton-carpet
Best!
Joy
I find joy just reading your ‘hers and mine’ posts. It’s been a fun witnessing your journey together as mom and daughter! x
Very nice tiles. Your interior is simply classic and clean. I love the blue theme of the room. And the unique tile pattern in nice. I have a three year old daughter too and this gives me an idea for some fun bonding time!
your aprons are gorgeous & Ruby’s kitchen is adorable 🙂
I always wondered how people tied their aprons in front, you learn something new everyday. 🙂
The aprons are lovely and this series of photos are super cute (and made me a little envious of Ruby, I would have loved a kitchen when I was little. 🙂