Step: 1

Cut the top part of the apron off to desired length for the shorter apron. Cut off the ties at sides.

Step: 2

Fold the cut area to the back about 3 inches and secure with fabric glue.

Step: 3

Measure a piece of ribbon long enough to glue along top and have your ties at ends. Set aside.

Step: 4

Starting at one end, pleat the ribbon about 1-½ inches apart and attach to bottom of apron with sewing machine. It is easier if you pleat as you go sewing small area at a time.

Step: 5

Continue around apron securing at end.

Step: 6

Glue (or sew) ribbon to top of apron. Attach ties to apron with fabric glue (or sew if desired).

Step: 7

Cut hollies from green felt and stitch to apron as shown with green floss.

Step: 8

Attach buttons as berries with fabric glue (or sew if desired).