Hello, Miss Stone? We spoke briefly on the network, I am Viktor. I was hoping to discuss several items I would like made, if you are taking commissions at the moment.
she is so happy someone from the network used her business contact......
Of course. Would you like to make an appointment for a fitting? My doors are open from nine AM to five PM on weekdays, but I'm glad to make exceptions for fellow sleepers.
It is. If you would tell me a little of what you want, I could try and find what I need to make it. Of course, it would be better if you could bring them yourself.
[but she expects she'll have to figure out the notions and fastenings herself.]
Two I hope are simple enough. My lab partner and I could both use a pair of sturdy gloves and a coat for our work. I am uncertain if you work with leather or not, that would be ideal for the gloves but any material sturdy enough I believe would be acceptable as well.
[a short pause between messages because the next one he's unsure about for a variety of reasons. it's a little bit of an odd request, he thinks, but also she seems like she might have the skillset required to help. and his back really could use it sooner rather than later]
I admit the other matter is a bit more complicated. To put it simple I wear a brace for my back, to help align my spine properly and offer support I need to remain mobile through the day. I've tried replicating one in metal but the materials here have been too heavy and worn to really be helpful.
I was wondering if you may be able to help me design something more lightweight? It wouldn't be dissimilar to a corsetry, I suppose. Even simply making something I can use as a base would be very helpful.
As for materials I should be able to bring them, if you can tell me how much and what you think you need.
I do work with leather, and I would be glad to make you gloves and coats. I could make you stays, but I would be remiss if I did not tell you of Peggy's Aid. She does sell braces, and she takes custom work. I'm afraid I don't have the experience or the understanding that she does. Her shop is in the Lumenwood. You might ask the lantern imps for the Lumenarium, and they will direct you from there.
[Shortly after this conversation, Ochako sends a quirk message over on Adaine's recommendation. Hopefully with some short notice, she won't be too upset...]
Hello,
My name is Uraraka Ochako. I heard from a mutual friend that you're a tailor, and sell fabrics? I don't necessarily need anything made (I kind of want to make something myself), but I'd love to purchase some fabric, or at least some yarn. A very close and good friend of mine is having their birthday next week on the 20th, so I want to make him something special myself...
I unfortunately don't have any money, or much in the ways of trading, s-since I'm so new here to Trench, and was REALLY sick last month with that blood illness...but I can try to work it off after. Or get you things you may need!! Groceries, laundry, cleaning...anything like that!
Thank you for your interest. I'm afraid I don't sell fabrics, but I can try and source them for you, if you tell me what you need. And I could certainly use some help with cleaning. I've always been a part of a large household, and I've never worked as a maid, or anything but a dressmaker. I have tried to learn from videos, with little success. I could find you any notions or beads you might need for your project, as well. I look forward to working together.
[Oh, there's a clear sagging of Ochako's shoulders as she reads the message at first, but it's a good start nonetheless, and there's others who were offering to help, too.]
That's unfortunate, but thank you so much for your help!! I was thinking to make something like a blanket for him. Something soft, but light because of the coming warmer months. He's a fan of darker colors primarily like black and a deep navy blue, but maybe a splash of color like red or orange to stand out? I already have a design or two in mind, so don't worry about that, I just need the materials... Which has been the biggest hurdle.
But, if you can find something like that, I'd really appreciate it, and I don't have any problems cleaning up!! I'm no professional, but I'll do my very best to pay you back for anything! Even just running errands here and there, too. Anything you can think of.
I do have some light wools in black and dark blue. They are quite soft. I have some red cotton that might do, and some reds that are not as soft, and of course many red beads.
[she often dresses performers for the red, and many of the men want interesting wool suits in darker colors.]
I also have thin fine weaves and thread for embroidery, and clean wool for quilting and padding. I would be glad to help you with any techniques. It would be well if you could teach me to clean quickly and effectively, though I would appreciate any cleaning you might do that would give me more time to sew.
Hmm, the cotton might be better, if only for ease of washing. I know how to clean and dry both, but it's more time consuming for wool. And thread would be wonderful, too!! I'm best at sewing and I can knit if I have enough time...but that's harder for me, and I only really have a week to get it all done.
[So Ochako's going to be working overtime, but that's fine. She has plenty of time to spare now that she's in this new world. No school and no Work Study activities means she literally has the whole day to do whatever after her training and work out in the mor--er...whatever constitutes as morning these days.]
I definitely appreciate the help, too!! (⌒ω⌒)~♥ And I can teach you some simple cleaning techniques, of course! It's really not hard at all and helps save sooo much time, since things stay cleaner longer.
I have cottons in black and dark blue as well. I'm sure I could order cotton padding, if you need it.
[actually that would probably be a good idea in general for all the padding she makes to go under sleeper's armor. it does need to be washed quite often.]
Is there a trick to drying wool with the machines? I know you can wash it gently, with cold water.
[rip some dress she sat on the floor and cried about.]
Oh, that perfect!! I think cotton is just easier to maintain, though maybe I'll get some wool when it gets a little colder. ^O^
Honestly, the best thing to do with real wool is AVOID putting it in a machine to dry. Just hang it up to air dry naturally, or lay it flat somewhere dry. It takes longer, yeah, but it won't shrink that way. Certain mixed fabrics with wool can be dried in a machine, but it's safer to just air dry, really. At least from my experience... Better safe than sorry!!
Thank you, I'll keep that in mind. You might ask the lantern imps for the Rookery, or look for the building in Cellar Door with the tree growing out of it. It's a weirwood, with white branches and red leaves.
I did find that, when I'm running a dryer, the residual heat from the machine can sometimes dry wool things if they're small... So I'll sometimes put a scarf, sweater, or some socks on top of it and dry them that way.
Oooh, that sounds so interesting!! I think it'll be easy to spot, so thank you so much!! I'll stop by later today if that's okay?
Thank you for your interest, Lord Min-Gi. I am well versed in suits, and I'm always willing to dress my fellow sleepers and those that support them. Would you like to schedule a time for a fitting? I have many times available in the coming week.
Thank you, Alayne Stone
[but she likes rook better and wishes she had thought to use it as her main alias...]
[Stone! Min-Gi, you fucking dumbo, you've embarrassed yourself.
Whooosah. Forge on.]
No lord necessary. No one has ever called me lord before.
[It is.. super bad ass though.]
Any time early this week is fine. Do you have a lantern at the store?
What forms of payment to you take? Is there a price list? I need a few shirts and a pair of slacks, but I've heard some great things about your work and I'm a performer, so maybe two stage outfits too? One for me and one for my partner.
[the night walkers do call her lady rook, sometimes!! she likes it better than alayne stone!!!]
I would be glad to take payment in the form of good cloth and beads, or else good meat and fish. In their absence anything easy enough to trade will do. You don't need to pay me anything you can't spare. And if there's something you might like on your clothes, you are more than welcome to bring it. You can ask the lantern imps for the Rookery.
I should be glad to mend them for you at no greater cost, but I'm sure I can find you a set of needles as well as any thread you require. I have many black fabrics; may I ask if you have any other preferences for your scarf? Would you like it to be very warm, or lightweight, for the summer?
I'm always taking commissions; I can't promise they'll always be done within the month. A coat is no trouble. I would be very grateful if you could provide the cloth and leather you'd like me to use, and any else you come across. If there are any particular findings or anything you'd like me to use in decoration, I would appreciate them as well. If you can't find them, you can describe them to me, and I can have them made.
I always appreciate payment in the form of fish or good meat for my dog Lady. It gets very expensive to keep her fed. I am also glad to accept any little glass or metal beads that might be used in decoration for my other work. I trust we will be able to work something out.
Thank you very much for your custom. I look forward to making your coat.
[here is a form for ic commissions and business interactions!!!]
Hello, Miss Stone. I heard about your services as a weaver and was wondering if I could place an order for some clothes for the coming winter. I'm writing to ask because I know it's been a wild few months lately and needed to be sure you're available before I put in a request.
Hallo, I'm very sorry to tell you that I've only ever worked with finished cloth. I do know some weavers in Shiver, and I should be very glad to order you whatever you like if what I have doesn't suit. I should like to make anyone clothes for the winter, but I'm told it's very regular and still some months away. I am available in mornings, if you should like these clothes by the end of the month, but I expect I shall resume my regular hours in [checks notes] August, or September, if the Beast Moon does not abate. I was told winter arrives in the month of November, following a harvest in October, which should give me a good deal of time to finish your clothes. I should be very glad to make you a cloak in the meantime, which shouln't require much fitting.
Sorry, it's a term used back home to describe people who both make cloth and make items from fabric. What I would like is to prepare better clothes for the winter. The ones I have from when I arrived were thrown together at best and it'd be nice to have a proper outfit this time around. So I thought I'd ask early.
Honestly I'd like to talk about more than winter clothes now that I've established myself a bit better. But I understand this moon might not be the best for it. Should we both make it through to see another, I'd like to schedule an appointment. Or should you ever be free even before then to talk ideas do let me know.
[ Even if the shop is closed for the making of product or proper fittings, there might be times to talk loosely about ideas right? ]
Very much of my training has had to do with making clothes for cold weather and harsh winters. I should be very glad to make you whatever you need. It will not take me very long.
You are wise to prepare for winter. It always comes. I can fit you at the Sanctuary, if you'd like them sooner.<.font>
I certainly have no intention of spending a whole winter the same way I did when I first arrived.
[ She arrived mid-winter and it was not a happy time. Thankfully she had help to get through it and learn what she'd need to prepare for the next. ]
That would be wonderful. I'll send in the order and measurements. And I do stop by the Sanctuary when I can, so it should be no trouble to seek you out and see if you have a moment for the fitting.
Are there any types of payment you prefer? While the quantity would probably need to be worked out, I can at least narrow down what I offer to what you might need.
Thank you for respecting my time. Few enough people do. Simply asking me at home would probably save a good deal of it, but I should be glad to make whatever it is you need. I have more tunics and leggings for you already.
just knock on my door or walk in when you're not busy. hahahahaha. if that happens. also if you could bring some of that 🍓 jam we could talk it over with food 🍓🍓
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she is so happy someone from the network used her business contact......
he is a man who respects business hours haha
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[but she expects she'll have to figure out the notions and fastenings herself.]
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[a short pause between messages because the next one he's unsure about for a variety of reasons. it's a little bit of an odd request, he thinks, but also she seems like she might have the skillset required to help. and his back really could use it sooner rather than later]
I admit the other matter is a bit more complicated. To put it simple I wear a brace for my back, to help align my spine properly and offer support I need to remain mobile through the day. I've tried replicating one in metal but the materials here have been too heavy and worn to really be helpful.
I was wondering if you may be able to help me design something more lightweight? It wouldn't be dissimilar to a corsetry, I suppose. Even simply making something I can use as a base would be very helpful.
As for materials I should be able to bring them, if you can tell me how much and what you think you need.
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Hello,
My name is Uraraka Ochako. I heard from a mutual friend that you're a tailor, and sell fabrics? I don't necessarily need anything made (I kind of want to make something myself), but I'd love to purchase some fabric, or at least some yarn. A very close and good friend of mine is having their birthday next week on the 20th, so I want to make him something special myself...
I unfortunately don't have any money, or much in the ways of trading, s-since I'm so new here to Trench, and was REALLY sick last month with that blood illness...but I can try to work it off after. Or get you things you may need!! Groceries, laundry, cleaning...anything like that!
Just let me know at your earliest convenience.
Thank you,
Uraraka Ochako ♥
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Thank you,
Alayne Stone
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That's unfortunate, but thank you so much for your help!! I was thinking to make something like a blanket for him. Something soft, but light because of the coming warmer months. He's a fan of darker colors primarily like black and a deep navy blue, but maybe a splash of color like red or orange to stand out? I already have a design or two in mind, so don't worry about that, I just need the materials... Which has been the biggest hurdle.
But, if you can find something like that, I'd really appreciate it, and I don't have any problems cleaning up!! I'm no professional, but I'll do my very best to pay you back for anything! Even just running errands here and there, too. Anything you can think of.
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[she often dresses performers for the red, and many of the men want interesting wool suits in darker colors.]
I also have thin fine weaves and thread for embroidery, and clean wool for quilting and padding. I would be glad to help you with any techniques. It would be well if you could teach me to clean quickly and effectively, though I would appreciate any cleaning you might do that would give me more time to sew.
[or...do anything else, really.]
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And thread would be wonderful, too!! I'm best at sewing and I can knit if I have enough time...but that's harder for me, and I only really have a week to get it all done.
[So Ochako's going to be working overtime, but that's fine. She has plenty of time to spare now that she's in this new world. No school and no Work Study activities means she literally has the whole day to do whatever after her training and work out in the mor--er...whatever constitutes as morning these days.]
I definitely appreciate the help, too!! (⌒ω⌒)~♥
And I can teach you some simple cleaning techniques, of course! It's really not hard at all and helps save sooo much time, since things stay cleaner longer.
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[actually that would probably be a good idea in general for all the padding she makes to go under sleeper's armor. it does need to be washed quite often.]
Is there a trick to drying wool with the machines? I know you can wash it gently, with cold water.
[rip some dress she sat on the floor and cried about.]
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Honestly, the best thing to do with real wool is AVOID putting it in a machine to dry.
Just hang it up to air dry naturally, or lay it flat somewhere dry. It takes longer, yeah, but it won't shrink that way.
Certain mixed fabrics with wool can be dried in a machine, but it's safer to just air dry, really. At least from my experience...
Better safe than sorry!!
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Thank you, I'll keep that in mind. You might ask the lantern imps for the Rookery, or look for the building in Cellar Door with the tree growing out of it. It's a weirwood, with white branches and red leaves.
wrapping soon? we can handwave their meet up.
I did find that, when I'm running a dryer, the residual heat from the machine can sometimes dry wool things if they're small...
So I'll sometimes put a scarf, sweater, or some socks on top of it and dry them that way.
Oooh, that sounds so interesting!! I think it'll be easy to spot, so thank you so much!!
I'll stop by later today if that's okay?
yes for sure!!
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I hope this Omni-Mail finds you well.
Are you taking on clients right now for menswear by any chance? There are a few things I need but I'd rather support a Sleeper.
Many thanks,
Min-Gi Park
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Thank you,
Alayne Stone
[but she likes rook better and wishes she had thought to use it as her main alias...]
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Whooosah. Forge on.]
No lord necessary. No one has ever called me lord before.
[It is.. super bad ass though.]
Any time early this week is fine. Do you have a lantern at the store?
What forms of payment to you take?
Is there a price list?
I need a few shirts and a pair of slacks, but I've heard some great things about your work and I'm a performer, so maybe two stage outfits too? One for me and one for my partner.
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I would be glad to take payment in the form of good cloth and beads, or else good meat and fish. In their absence anything easy enough to trade will do. You don't need to pay me anything you can't spare. And if there's something you might like on your clothes, you are more than welcome to bring it. You can ask the lantern imps for the Rookery.
Thank you.
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I want to trade for more supplies to mend clothes, and a new scarf. Black or the darkest blue you can find.
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I don't need the scarf for warmth, just to keep dust and other things away from my mouth and nose when necessary.
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I don't have any valuables to trade with, but I can get you fabric and leather and other materials you might need. Just let me know.
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I always appreciate payment in the form of fish or good meat for my dog Lady. It gets very expensive to keep her fed. I am also glad to accept any little glass or metal beads that might be used in decoration for my other work. I trust we will be able to work something out.
Thank you very much for your custom. I look forward to making your coat.
[here is a form for ic commissions and business interactions!!!]
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Hallo, I'm very sorry to tell you that I've only ever worked with finished cloth. I do know some weavers in Shiver, and I should be very glad to order you whatever you like if what I have doesn't suit. I should like to make anyone clothes for the winter, but I'm told it's very regular and still some months away. I am available in mornings, if you should like these clothes by the end of the month, but I expect I shall resume my regular hours in [checks notes] August, or September, if the Beast Moon does not abate. I was told winter arrives in the month of November, following a harvest in October, which should give me a good deal of time to finish your clothes. I should be very glad to make you a cloak in the meantime, which shouln't require much fitting.
Thank you for your custom,
Alayne Stone.
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Sorry, it's a term used back home to describe people who both make cloth and make items from fabric. What I would like is to prepare better clothes for the winter. The ones I have from when I arrived were thrown together at best and it'd be nice to have a proper outfit this time around. So I thought I'd ask early.
Honestly I'd like to talk about more than winter clothes now that I've established myself a bit better. But I understand this moon might not be the best for it. Should we both make it through to see another, I'd like to schedule an appointment. Or should you ever be free even before then to talk ideas do let me know.
[ Even if the shop is closed for the making of product or proper fittings, there might be times to talk loosely about ideas right? ]
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You are wise to prepare for winter. It always comes. I can fit you at the Sanctuary, if you'd like them sooner.<.font>
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[ She arrived mid-winter and it was not a happy time. Thankfully she had help to get through it and learn what she'd need to prepare for the next. ]
That would be wonderful. I'll send in the order and measurements. And I do stop by the Sanctuary when I can, so it should be no trouble to seek you out and see if you have a moment for the fitting.
Are there any types of payment you prefer? While the quantity would probably need to be worked out, I can at least narrow down what I offer to what you might need.
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because I can be professional and stuff
and even though i live here i am not going to just pester you like some total hooligan that has no respect for your labor and time
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just knock on my door or walk in when you're not busy. hahahahaha. if that happens. also if you could bring some of that 🍓 jam we could talk it over with food 🍓🍓
i drew some pictures to help btw
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