Learning the Trade : May 27, 2007
From FiranMUX
Laurelle giggles, "We can make it together maybe?" She asks, smiling, placing her bunny down on a stool, and petting him, "Be good Cottontail, mommy has to get fitted by the nice man." he says, and looks to Garmon, "Everyone is busy, I'm used to it, how else would anyone do anything, if I was the only person who got anything from people? Only the mean old nobles force people to do their stuff!"
Garmon chuckles and says, "Well, we do have many nobles that frequent the shop, and most of the nobles in this shop are not mean, that's for sure, they are quite nice." He smiles and says, "I am really pleased to hear you say that and I think it would be very nice to make the outfit together, of course! It would be FABULOUS." He pulls out the knotted rope and says, "Well, let's get your fitting started though, so that we might be able to chat and have less work fun." he winks.
Laurelle nods her head, "Okay, but after I'm measured up, and stuff, I have to go up and tidy the orphans room, before bed. Dalinuel and Father Brizo said they wanted me in bed by 10 today!" She says, holding out her arms, and smiling. "But, tomorrow we could start doing our stuff!" She says, "If... if thats okay with you Mer?" She asks, smiling widely and hoping that she isn't being rude by bringing this up now, of all times.
Garmon chuckles and says, "Well, yes of course, Laurelle, I don't mind at all. We will get your meausurements, so I can find out what we need to cut the fabric, and then you and I can work on what you would like to have as a design. Most of the young girls I see, like to have ribbons or beads on their tunic." He wraps the rope around her waist and tightens it to the nearest knot. He nods and scratches the papyrus and continues the measurements, "I wonder, if we shouldn't make it a bit bigger, to accomodate for your spurt."
Laurelle giggles, "Never thought of rope as being so handy like this. I've only ever used this as something to tie things up with." She says. She remains still though, "Do you like doing this sort of job, is it rewarding, you know, like, in friends and stuff?"
Garmon nods his head and says, "I have many people that come to me to make them look FABULOUS, and that is rewarding. I am a modest man, but I must say that the job brings forth many stenis, and I have many children that I have to care for, as well as my wife, and the job makes it easy for me to do that." He chuckles and says, "Having friends in good circles are a very good thing, and most nobles come to me to dress them for regular days as well as special occassions. Its a very rewarding job, if you have a passion for it. And you might find that you don't, but you can learn some of the trade and get started on thinking of what you -are- passionate about." He wraps the rope around other areas and squats down to get her feet measured.
Laurelle giggles a little as the rope is put around her various body parts. "I bet you do wonderful work, and I can't wait til we start to work together, as this is fun so far." She pets her bunny rabbit and says, "I think I could be passionate, as it sounds like fun, and some of the stuff is pretty, and I would love to make pretty things myself too, that would be rewarding in itself."
Garmon nods his head and says, "My daughters like to help me sometimes, around the shop, though there are times, now that they are older that they wish to do other things. I have always thought that it is nice to encourage young women to be inspired to do the things they love the most." He tilts his head, writing down the rest of the measurements and says, "I think you are done, there dear. We will start cutting the fabric and looking and color swatches tomorrow, if you wish."
Laurelle smiles as widely as she can, "I can't think of anything else I would rather do, except to help you out. And I'm being paid to, and also I'm your apprentice too." She says, with a smile on her lips. "And I've definitely decided that making clothes is what I want to make, I definitely wanna do it when I'm an adult now."
Garmon chuckles and his eyes shines, "I am quite glad to hear that, young mes. I will hopefully be able to help you, and if you want to learn something besides tailoring, then you can let me know, and I will definitely be able to help you, or find you a teacher. I really do enjoy helping children to persue their passions, and I am pleased to have met you. I have a soft spot for the children in the orphanage, and there are so many of you in that little room, I have a meeting with Father Brizo to see if there is anything I can do to further help the orphanage."
Laurelle nods, "From what Father Brizo told me, you do more for us than most any other people.. And I want to thank you on behalf of every orphan up there. And I'm going to prove to you that I will be a good tailor, maybe good enough to even start my own little shop some time in the future!" She says, nodding her head, though letting her arms fall to her sides again, and smiling widely.
Garmon chuckles and says, "Well, then I am pleased to hear that. I will be very glad to help you in that pursuit." He smiles and says, "Perhaps you and I can get together tomorrow, but it is getting close to your bedtime, I think, and I would hate to keep you from obeying the orphanage. I am very pleased to help all of you, in any way that I can, all of you are precious gifts from the gods, and you need to know that." He smiles quietly and says, "I think we can do this again, same time if you are able to, but please make sure you get permission from the orphanage to leave, and let them know where you are of course."
Laurelle picks up her pet bunny and nods her little head in agreement. "Thank you Mer, I'm sorry we didn't get much time, but tomorrow I'll come alone, and we can really start to work on stuff!" She hugs you once more, "I'm going to go now, I'll tell Father Brizo about you and my apprenticeship, and I'll bring some treats tomorrow, too!" She says, giggling
Garmon chuckles and opens the door to the shop and says, "I am pleased to have you come, with or without Cottontail, he is welcome here. Perhaps we can make him a little crate and some furs in it, so he can have a little nap when you come by." he winks and walks her out of the backroom, "In the meantime, you just hurry on home and make sure you are good, so you can continue to come by and learn new things.
Laurelle nods her head, "Goodbye Mer Garmon!" She says smiling at you wider than ever, "I'll bring my bunny then!" She then toddles off, all but skipping along the way, cheerful, and rather pleased that today has been a landmark for her.
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