10 Cross Back ‘Japanese’ Apron Patterns & Tutorials (+ FREE)

I’m sharing apron sewing patterns and tutorials that have a criss cross back. They’re sometimes called Japanese aprons.

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FREE PDF cross back apron patterns

Sizes: one size.
Design: this apron has a square neck, wide straps, and a big front pocket. The edges are all turned and hemmed, so you don’t need bias binding.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch). Tessuti suggests medium weight cotton, linen, or denim.
Amount of fabric needed: 1.2 – 1.6 yards / 1.1 – 1.45 meters.
File format: A4, US letter, and copy-shop A0 sizes.
Instructions included: yes.

Sizes: one size.
Design: this apron has a square neck finished with a facing, deep curves at the sides, 2 small patch pockets, and wide straps.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch).
Amount of fabric needed: 2.2 yards / 2 meters.
File format: A4 size (it uses 16 pages).
Instructions included: yes, in this blog post.

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Sizes: US 4 – 14 / UK 8 – 18.
Design: it’s a long apron. It features a square neck with a front band, and 2 side pockets. French seams are used to create a neat finish inside.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch).
Amount of fabric needed: 1.65 yards (1.5 meters) for all sizes.
File format: pdf file or paper version for $28.
Instructions included: yes, plus video tutorials here.

Sizes: XXS-XL.
Design: it has a round scoop neck with a center pleat. It finishes mid-thigh and has 2 front pockets.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch).
Amount of fabric needed: 1-2 yards.
File format: A4 and US letter size.
Instructions included: yes.

Sizes: 2 sizes.
Design: it has a square neck and 2 front pockets. It’s a short length, and there’s less coverage at the back, so less fabric is used.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch).
Amount of fabric needed: just under 1 yard.
File format: A4 and US letter size.
Instructions included: yes.

Sizes: S, M, L, XL.
Design: this apron has curved side seams, 2 big patch pockets, and wide straps. The straps and front are finished with a facing. The apron is almost knee-length.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch).
Amount of fabric needed: 1.6 – 2.5 yards / 1.45 – 2.25 meters.
File format: A4, US letter, and A0 copy shop sizes.
Instructions included: yes, in these blog posts. There’s also a tutorial on how to make this apron reversible.

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Sizes: S, M, L.
Design: this pattern includes 4 aprons. View C and D are cross back styles. They have gathered skirts, ruffles, square necks, patch pockets, and a unique waistband.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch).
Amount of fabric needed: 1 – 2.5 yards.
Instructions included: yes.

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Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL.
Design: this apron has a high round neck, side pockets, and optional ruffles. It offers lots of coverage at the front and back. You’ll need bias binding to finish the neckline, arm holes, and cross back.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch).
Amount of fabric needed: 2 – 4 yards.
Instructions included: yes.

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These are step-by-step sewing tutorials. No printable sewing patterns are included. You’re given measurements and sewing instructions instead.

Sizes: one size.
Design: this apron has a square neck, wide straps, and interesting side pockets. It’s knee-length.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch).
Amount of fabric needed: 1 ¾ yards.
Instructions included: yes, in this step-by-step photo tutorial.

Sizes: one size.
Design: this apron is made with one rectangle of fabric, 2 straps, and a crochet pocket.
Stretch/woven fabric? woven fabric (in other words, non-stretch).
Amount of fabric needed: 1 yard.
Instructions included: yes, in this blog post.