AWB Chapter 391 Choosing Fabric
Chapter 391 Choosing Fabric
"Okay. OK." The shopkeeper immediately asked people to put all kinds of fabrics up.
In ancient times, there were many kinds of fabrics.
Common fabrics include silk, which is soft and shiny; damask, which is thin and light; gauze, which is light and breathable; and brocade, which is exquisite and luxurious, made of a variety of colored silk threads, with rich patterns and complex craftsmanship.
Linen is a common fabric used by civilians and is relatively simple to make. Some ordinary people grow hemp, weave it into cloth, and make clothes, but linen is relatively rough.
Cotton cloth is made through processes such as picking, spinning, and weaving of cotton. In ancient times, cotton cloth was also a good thing for ordinary people.
"Hey, Xiaoliu, come and tell grandma which fabrics are suitable for us." Old Mrs. Yang asked, holding Yunliu's hand.
When the shopkeeper heard Old Lady Yang call Sixth Master "Xiao Liu", he was shocked again and wondered who these people were.
Yun Liu first cast his gaze towards Xiao Cao'er, with a questioning look in his eyes. Then, he slowly shifted his gaze towards Qi Xingyun who was standing next to Xiao Cao'er.
After a short pause, he asked, "Girl, you know, during the Chinese New Year, there are definitely all kinds of banquets. Besides, in addition to attending those banquets, there will surely be many guests visiting your home. How about this, let the shopkeeper come over and talk to us in detail, what do you think?"
When Xiao Cao'er heard what Yun Liu said, she raised her head slightly and looked at Qi Xingyun beside her, then nodded gently and responded softly: "Well, then I'll follow Brother Yun Liu's arrangements." Although her voice was light, it was as clear and pleasant as the sound of a yellow oriole singing in a valley.
The shopkeeper had been keeping an eye on what was going on here. When he saw Yun Liu speak and the little girl nodded in agreement, he quickly walked forward.
With a smile on his face, he respectfully began to introduce himself to everyone: "Since it is as Sixth Master just said, then we have to consider many situations such as attending banquets, entertaining guests at home, and daily wear."
At this point, the shopkeeper paused for a moment, and then continued, "For these different occasions, I have some small suggestions. First of all, if you are attending a banquet, you should naturally choose some more solemn and gorgeous fabrics. In this way, you can show your respect for the host of the banquet, and at the same time, you can also show your own status and temperament.
As for when you are at home, you can choose some fabrics with softer texture and more elegant colors, which will not only make people feel warm and comfortable, but also be suitable for daily activities at home;
As for daily outings or general social occasions, the fabrics you choose should focus on combining beauty and practicality, and should be decent but not too ostentatious. What do you think? "
"Oh my, after all, you, the shopkeeper, are knowledgeable and experienced! After your explanation, I finally understand." Old Mrs. Yang said with a smile on her face, with admiration in her eyes.
Li, who was standing aside, nodded slightly at this time, indicating that she understood it to some extent.
She then agreed, "That's right. When we were in the village, we only wore good clothes during festivals or when we needed to go back to our parents' home to visit relatives. On weekdays, everyone in the village lived with patches on top of patches."
At this time, Xiao Cao turned to look at the shopkeeper and said politely and obediently: "Then I'll trouble you to help us choose some suitable and beautiful patterns."
Then, she lowered her voice slightly and whispered to Yuexi beside her: "Sister Yuexi, when you go with the shopkeeper later, remember to talk to him about the specific situation of our family members. For example, our size preferences, daddy's, brothers', and yours, all have to be taken into consideration. Try to choose them all at once, so that you don't have to make another trip if you find something missing." Xiaocao'er said as she looked at Yuexi with expectant eyes.
"Oh, okay!" Hearing Xiaocao'er's arrangement, the shopkeeper responded readily, then turned and walked towards the place where the fabrics and patterns were placed, and began to carefully choose for them.
Yuexi followed him in.
Xiao Caoer said to Old Lady Yang and Mrs. Li, "Grandma, Mother, when are we going to visit Mr. Zheng? Has Brother Hua Ming replied to your letter?"
"We'll go tomorrow. Hua Ming just sent a letter." Qi Xingyun replied from the side.
"Grandma, let's go look somewhere else. Leave Yuexi here to pick out the fabric. Later we'll go see Daddy and the others making sausages. It's been a long time since they made it, so we don't know." Xiaocao'er said to them.
"Yes, yes, you are right. If we wait here and waste time, we will have a lot of things to buy." Old Mrs. Yang also agreed.
"Brother Xingyun, if you have something to do, just go and do it. You don't have to accompany us." Xiao Cao'er looked up at Qi Xingyun with a bright light in her eyes.
Qi Xingyun's heart softened when he saw this. "Okay, I'll wait for you at the Jixiang Restaurant. Come over and have lunch together after you finish shopping." Qi Xingyun said softly.