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Post by Vapovile on Nov 26, 2015 21:36:36 GMT
Grabbing a measuring tape of her own, Haruko walks Cosmina over to Marceline. "It'll be a little hard for you to measure her upper body, so I'll show you how to measure for the pants, alright?" Stretching out the tape measure, Haruko hands Cosmina a piece of paper to write on, with three sections labeled 'Waist', 'Outseam' and 'Inseam'. "To get the waist is pretty simple, just hold the tape measure against her waist, and run it all the way around until you meet it back in the middle." The seamstress wraps her own tape measure around Marceline's waist, as a demonstration. Releasing it, she begins taking out more tape.
"The next two are a little bit trickier. The outseam is from her waistline down to the side of her foot, on the outer side of her body." Bending down slightly, Haruko places the end of the tape measure against the side of Marcy's foot, and runs it all the way along the outside of her right leg, stopping at her waist. Taking note of the measurement, Haruko retracts it one more time. "Lastly, the inseam goes from the point where her leg meets her groin, down to the middle of her foot on the inside of her leg. This...is a bit more intrusive, so I'll just do it for now" Lightly pushing Marcy's left leg apart, Haruko runs the tape measure up her leg and stops at the point she specified, having placed the end of the tape where she had for the last measurement. Taking note of the last measurement, the seamstress retracts her tape measure and points to Cosmina's paper. "So, to recap. Waist and outseam, from waist to side of foot on the outside. Ready?" She asks, knowing full well that this may end up being inaccurate...which is why Haruko took the measurements herself first. So Marcy could still have an outfit that fit properly, and Cosmina could get some experience.
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Post by HungryHunter on Nov 28, 2015 7:13:24 GMT
Marceline grumbled when Haruko made her measurements but stayed still. She did the same when Cosmina skipped over and took the tape. Cosmina hugged Marceline to loop the tape around her and squinted at the mark. She put her finger on the place they met and drew back. "This much." She told Haruko.
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Post by Vapovile on Dec 1, 2015 11:53:18 GMT
Squinting her eyes at the tape, Haruko looks at Cosmina with slight confusion. "Cosmina, can you not see the numbers on the tape?" She asks, having also noticed Cosmina squinting at the tape when she was measuring. Having finished taking the measurements for Marceline's shirt, Haruko began setting up the materials as she awaited Cosmina's response.
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Post by HungryHunter on Dec 2, 2015 2:15:47 GMT
Cosmina raised an eyebrow. "Numbers?" She raised the tape to her eyes. Where?
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Post by Vapovile on Dec 3, 2015 10:31:14 GMT
Realizing the problem immediately, Haruko begins cutting the fabric she was going to use on Marceline's outfit, having all the measurements she already needed. Cosmina's vision would need to be examined as soon as possible, if she couldn't even see the numbers on the tape measure. "Curious...when was the last time Cosmina got an eye exam?" She asks Marceline, knowing that she was still technically the older sister and perhaps knew this sort of information.
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Post by HungryHunter on Dec 3, 2015 18:17:49 GMT
Marceline rolled her eye up at the ceiling as she thought. "Uh... never? I dunno, Marika wouldn't have told me if she got one." This explained how close she always sat to the television.
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Post by Vapovile on Dec 4, 2015 11:05:55 GMT
Nodding her head at Marceline's answer, Haruko made a mental note to schedule Cosmina an appointment with the optometrist. "Annnnnd...the first parts!" She exclaims as the seamstress presents a pair of long pink pants and a white long-sleeve undershirt. The undershirt had tiny white frills coming out of their cuffs, and the pants had a black stitching design vertically downward the legs. "And finally..." Haruko pulls out a bright pink vest-like jacket, similar same color as the pants to make a matching suit. The jacket's buttons were in the shape of little pink hearts, as Cosmina's design had suggested...despite the confusing drawing. Neatly folding up the pants, shirt and jacket, Haruko places the new eyepatch on top, and offers it to Marceline. "So...want to try it on to see if it fits?"
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Post by HungryHunter on Dec 4, 2015 15:59:58 GMT
Cosmina bounced like an excited puppy. "Put it on! Put it on!" She wasn't sure about getting her eyes checked out. It sounded kind of creepy. But any reservations about that were lost to her thrill at having helped make something so perfect for her sister. Marceline picked up the clothing and shifted uncomfortably. "Uh... without underwear?" She was glad she couldn't blush.
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Post by Vapovile on Dec 5, 2015 8:53:23 GMT
"I figured you'd ask about that, Cosmina didn't include that in the drawing. Don't worry, I made sure to make some as well." Placing a set of pink underwear on top of Marceline's clothes pile, Haruko motions to the bathroom a few rooms over. "Bathroom's down there, on the right. Let me know if you need any of it adjusted."
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Post by HungryHunter on Dec 5, 2015 18:27:07 GMT
Marceline nodded and ran off. A minute later she came back, trying hard not to smile, making her wide lips flicker in the corners. Everything fit perfectly, feeling more comfortable than she had since Haruko made her a new dress months ago. Hell, this was better than that. She had pants, but they still felt girly like she preferred. "Thanks." She grumbled, still looking down and admiring her clothes.
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Post by Vapovile on Dec 11, 2015 4:47:59 GMT
Admiring her work and Marceline's satisfied face, Haruko stands back up and hands Cosmina her drawing back. "You can show her if you want. Not forcing you." Having given the drawing back, Haruko walks up to Marceline to make sure it all looked proper. "It looks great on you! So, do you want to keep the pajamas as well? I have no intention to wear them."
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Post by HungryHunter on Dec 11, 2015 5:15:59 GMT
Marceline looked back around the corner and shrugged. "They were comfy I guess." "They're awesome and so is the thing Mom made! You're so cool!" Cosmina hugged them both. "I'm going to miss you." "Are you really?" "Nah. But I hope you're happy."
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Post by Vapovile on Dec 11, 2015 5:40:45 GMT
Rolling her eyes at Cosmina's comment, Haruko hugs her new daughter back. "Well I'm glad you like them. Need anything else before you head out?" She asks Marceline, not wanting to step too far into this 'touching' sisterly moment they have right now.
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Post by HungryHunter on Dec 11, 2015 19:07:13 GMT
"Uh. No, I should just get going." Marceline was getting more and more uncomfortable with the constant affection and people. She needed a break.
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Post by Vapovile on Dec 12, 2015 10:44:13 GMT
"Alright, if you need us for anything, you have my number." Walking into the other room, Haruko picked up the pajamas she lent Marceline and goes back into the living room, handing them back to Marceline. "Just making sure you don't forget." Standing next to the door, Haruko waited for Marceline to get close to the door before opening it for her to exit through.
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Post by HungryHunter on Dec 13, 2015 18:11:11 GMT
Marceline tilted her head like she was thinking for a second before what was missing dawned upon her. "My other stuff's still in the bathroom." She hesitated to go get it. She knew it stank and was stained irredeemably in several spots.
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Post by Vapovile on Dec 15, 2015 18:23:41 GMT
"Oh right! Sorry, I forgot about your old outfit in the commotion. Here, I'll get you a bag to carry it out in." Walking over to the sewing room, Haruko grabs a plain red tote bag from the closet and makes her way back to the door, offering it to Marceline.
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Post by HungryHunter on Dec 15, 2015 22:19:21 GMT
Marceline grouchily thanked Haruko and went to the bathroom to scoop up the clothing. She hesitated on the way out. Everything in this house was so nice... Could she ask to stay too? She dreaded returning to her ugly little apartment, now empty but for the roaches. She knew it was selfish, but... She shook her head. There was no but. She was always selfish. It was best to just let Cosmina get away from her. She wasn't a good influence or a good sister. She looked weary when she came back downstairs. "I got it."
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Post by Vapovile on Dec 15, 2015 23:38:01 GMT
Opening the front door once again for Marceline, Haruko nods her head at Marceline as she gave a pleasant smile. "Ok, thanks for taking care of your sister for so long. And as I said before, if you need anything, feel free to call me." She continued to stand there, not prodding Marcy along in case she still wanted to say something to Cosmina before leaving.
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Post by HungryHunter on Dec 16, 2015 1:03:26 GMT
Marceline's lip wobbled just a bit. "Well I think Arthur would rather I called him if I need anything." She sniffled and covered her face a little until she couldn't hold it back anymore. Sobbing, she grabbed Cosmina's shoulders. "I did the right thing, didn't I?" Cosmina started with surprise. She pulled Marceline down into a hug. "This is the right choice, Marcy." Marceline shoved free. "Don't call me that." She wasn't going to show her sister how much that meant. She couldn't have her sister feeling bad too. "I need to get back." She croaked, voice more hoarse even than usual.
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