Wang Xiuxiu began to intentionally or unintentionally reveal her skills in embroidery.
The flowers and plants she embroidered were not only lifelike in shape, but the texture of the petals and the direction of the veins in the leaves were also clearly visible, as if they could be plucked off the fabric.
Gradually, it also caught the attention of Steward Su.
That day, Steward Su went to Wang Xiuxiu's embroidery frame and carefully examined the embroidery she had just finished.
It was a crabapple bud about to bloom, with layers upon layers of petals, the colors ranging from light to dark, and you could almost smell its faint fragrance.
A hint of appreciation flashed in Steward Su's eyes, and then he asked, "Besides flowers and plants, can you embroider anything else?"
“When I have free time, I often sketch animal patterns on my clothes,” Wang Xiuxiu said modestly, raising her head.
Steward Su nodded and pointed to a white nightgown beside him: "Embroider a few for me to see."
"yes."
Wang Xiuxiu nodded slightly, took the nightgown, and then began to embroider on the cuffs and hem.
In less than half an hour, Wang Xiuxiu had embroidered six kittens of different shapes on her nightgown.
These kittens are either lying down, frolicking, or playing, each with its own unique posture and endearing charm.
Her stitches were delicate, each hair of the kitten's fur was distinct, soft and fluffy, and its eyes were bright and lively, as if it might jump off the fabric at any moment.
Manager Su stared intently, praising repeatedly, "Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! I never knew you had such skills! These kittens are truly lifelike. Although they may not be presentable, they have a unique and innocent charm!"
Seeing that Manager Su was happy, Wang Xiuxiu followed suit and continued, "Manager Su, I know that our Jinxiufang does business with wealthy families. What do you think about embroidering some cute patterns on the nightgowns of the young ladies and gentlemen of those wealthy families?
Upon hearing this, Steward Su's eyes flashed with delight, and he clapped his hands, saying, "Excellent! This idea is brilliant! Those young ladies and gentlemen from wealthy families are used to wearing luxurious clothes every day. If we could embroider some unique patterns on their nightgowns, it would surely win their favor! I didn't expect you to be so clever!"
---
Wang Xiuxiu had no idea how Manager Su sought the consent of the owner behind the scenes.
All she knew was that Manager Su returned with a smile on his face, clearly indicating that he had gained the boss's approval.
"You little rascal, you've got some luck! From now on, you'll be in charge of designing these nightgowns. If you do a good job, the embroidery workshop will definitely reward you handsomely!"
Wang Xiuxiu was overjoyed and quickly replied, "Thank you for your trust, Steward Su. I will do my best."
Wang Xiuxiu is always meticulous in her work and is willing to spend time thinking things through.
Unlike outerwear, sleepwear prioritizes comfort.
Therefore, Wang Xiuxiu was particularly careful in selecting materials, and she searched all over the fabric market in Jinzhou City before finding a cotton-linen blend fabric that was both soft and breathable.
The fabric has a delicate feel and is light and comfortable to wear, which perfectly meets her requirements.
After selecting the fabric, Wang Xiuxiu spent several more days making several samples by hand.
The cuffs, collar, and hem of the nightgown are embroidered with exquisite patterns, including both simple designs and lively depictions of flowers, birds, insects, and fish.
By using different stitching techniques, each nightgown is made unique.
When she handed the sample to Manager Su, Manager Su looked at it over and over.
"Great, your craftsmanship is impeccable! And your ideas are ingenious too. These nightgowns, whether it's the material or the pattern, are just right. It seems I made the right choice in entrusting this task to you!"
Seeing her dedication, Steward Su felt completely at ease and entrusted her with the task of making the nightgowns.
Not long after, it was officially announced that the design and production of the pajamas would be entirely entrusted to Wang Xiuxiu.
This decision caused quite a stir in the Jinxiufang workshop, especially among the senior embroiderers. Although they were dissatisfied, they dared not say anything due to the authority of Manager Su.
From then on, Wang Xiuxiu was completely freed from the control of the embroiderers and started a brand new path in Jinxiufang.
She was no longer an unknown embroiderer, but had become a designer who could stand alone in the workshop.
This change filled her with both excitement and trepidation, but she knew that the opportunity was hard-won and she had to seize it firmly.
To ensure the quality of the nightgowns, Manager Su specially assigned two embroiderers and a shop assistant to help her.
Wang Xiuxiu also put a lot of thought into choosing the color of the fabric.
She recalled the lessons her aunt had arranged for her, where the teacher repeatedly emphasized the psychological impact of color.
Nightgowns are worn close to the skin, and wearing them should make people feel calm and relaxed.
Therefore, she carefully selected soft, warm colors, such as off-white, light pink, and light blue.
These colors not only look comfortable, but they also make people feel happy and warm.
Wang Xiuxiu is meticulous in handling details.
She led two embroiderers to carefully inspect the loose threads and seams of each nightgown, ensuring there were no flaws.
Even accessories such as buttons and straps are personally selected and inspected to ensure perfection.
Hard work pays off.
The first batch of pajamas made by Wang Xiuxiu were enthusiastically received by customers as soon as they hit the market.
The young ladies and gentlemen of wealthy families, who were used to wearing luxurious clothes, fell in love with these comfortable and unique nightgowns.
Before long, the nightgowns from Jinxiufang became a hot topic in Jinzhou City, and some people even came from other places to buy them.
Manager Su was very satisfied with this, and specially called Wang Xiuxiu over to praise her, saying, "Xiuxiu, you have really done a great job this time! The boss is full of praise for you and even said he would give you a raise!"
"It's all thanks to the trust that Manager Su and the boss have placed in me that I have the opportunity to perform. I will work even harder in the future to live up to your and the boss's expectations."
Manager Su nodded, his eyes full of satisfaction: "Work hard, Jinxiufang will definitely not treat you unfairly!"
---
From that day on, Wang Xiuxiu's status in Jinxiufang quietly changed.
Those embroiderers who had previously treated her coldly or even secretly sabotaged her became much more restrained when they saw that she had not only won the favor of Steward Su, but even the master praised her highly.
Although they were still resentful, they dared not provoke her again. Instead, they began to try to get closer to her, hoping to learn some skills or get some benefits from her.
Wang Xiuxiu was fully aware of this, but she did not show any pride or arrogance. Instead, she maintained a humble attitude.
She knew that gaining a foothold in this brocade workshop was only the first step; the real challenges were yet to come.
So, she took this opportunity to gradually consolidate her position.
She is not only kind and generous to others, but also often takes the initiative to help other embroiderers solve problems.
Gradually, her reputation in the neighborhood improved.
In the eyes of the public, Wang Xiuxiu has transformed from "that person" into "Lady Wang".
This title is not only an acknowledgment of her skills, but also an affirmation of her status.
At the same time, Wang Xiuxiu's living environment has also been greatly improved.
Moving from a crowded dormitory room to a spacious single room was an immense pleasure for Wang Xiuxiu.
In a single dormitory room, everything is convenient.
She no longer had to worry about her embroidery threads being messed up, or about being disturbed while she was thinking.
After finishing her daily work, she had more time to do her own things.
It's worth noting that Wang Xiuxiu is a complete homebody. For her, being able to do what she loves in her alone time is a luxurious kind of happiness.
During these precious moments of solitude, Wang Xiuxiu was not idle.
She bought a lot of books, not just official historical excerpts, but also unofficial histories and miscellaneous books.
In addition, Wang Xiuxiu would often visit the fabric market in Jinzhou City under the pretext of looking for fabric.
The market is full of a dazzling array of fabrics that dazzle her, but she can always find some unique materials or novel patterns among them.
Every time she goes to the market, she brings back some novel fabrics or a few rolls of embroidery thread in special colors, and then she spends her little room figuring out how to use them in her embroidery.
On one occasion, she discovered a rare type of silk in the market, which was as thin as a cicada's wing yet exceptionally tough.
She immediately bought several feet of it and brought them back to Jinxiufang, and designed a nightgown for it overnight.
She embroidered several lifelike lotus flowers on the cuffs and collar of her nightgown, with layers of petals that seemed to sway in the wind.
When she showed the nightgown to Steward Su, Steward Su exclaimed, "Xiuxiu, your craftsmanship is getting more and more exquisite! The lotus flowers are embroidered so realistically, I even want to buy one for my wife!"
Wang Xiuxiu smiled slightly, "You're joking. This is a sample. If Manager Su doesn't mind, please take it back."
Gradually, Wang Xiuxiu's name not only spread within Jinxiufang, but also became well-known in the embroidery circle of the entire Jinzhou City.
The young ladies and wives of wealthy families flocked to the shop, specifically requesting to buy the nightgowns embroidered by "Lady Wang" herself.
Wang Xiuxiu, on this path, went further and further, and gradually found her own direction.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com