Tuesday, July 10, 2007

Daddums suddenly takes an interest in all things domestic

So, here's the set up--I'm trying on a vintage dress for my mom that we're going to try to alter. My dad sits and watches for a moment, then starts a running commmentary. A sampling of his comments:

"That looks nice!" (Despite the fact that it's obviously too small.)
"Well, I think it looks nice!" (Upon me pointing out the fact that it's obviously too small.)

"Isn't that where it's supposed to be?" (meaning the hem at the waist)
"Isn't that fabric hard to sew?" (No, Dad, it's cotton.)

"What exactly is a vintage store?"

"So it's not made in China!" (His response to our realization that the dress is actually handmade.)

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