Transmigration: Becoming the Wicked Stepmother of Four Children

Chapter 209 Making Raincoats

It rained for three days straight.

It kept drizzling down.

Since Lu Qingqing arrived here,

This is the first time I've ever seen it rain.

She sat by the window, her hand supporting her chin.

Staring blankly at the rain falling like a curtain of threads.

Fine rain threads wove together to form a hazy curtain of water.

It makes the whole world seem like a dream.

at this time,

Lu Qingqing saw Lin Qingshan wearing a straw raincoat walking around in the courtyard.

"Dad, it's raining, what are you busy with?"

Hearing Lu Qingqing's question, Lin Qingshan smiled and said,

"Qingqing, I see the tung oil cloth has dried."

I'm going to brush them with oil again.

Lu Qingqing's eyes lit up, and she quickly said,

"Dad, please wait a moment, let me take a look first."

Then, Lu Qingqing grabbed an umbrella and ran towards the woodshed.

Seeing this, Chunlan cried out in concern,

"Miss, please slow down, the road is slippery."

Lu Qingqing responded.

But he didn't dare slow down his pace much.

Raindrops splashed at her feet, creating tiny water droplets.

Her trouser legs got wet.

As soon as she entered the woodshed, she went straight for the tung oil cloth.

He carefully unfolded a corner and examined it closely.

Lin Qingshan stood aside watching Lu Qingqing examine him.

His eyes were full of concern and expectation.

"Qingqing, how's it going? Have you finished?"

Lu Qingqing touched the tung oil cloth, which was still relatively dry.

"Yes, Father, this tung oiled cloth is indeed dry."

But Dad, I have a good idea.

I want to make them into raincoats first to see how they work.

Lin Qingshan was slightly taken aback.

"Qingqing, what is a raincoat?"

"Father has never seen this before."

Lu Qingqing smiled and patiently explained:

"Dad, the raincoats were made from this tung oil cloth..."

The clothes are made after sewing, and you wear them.

When you go out to work in the rain, you won't get soaked.

It can protect the whole body.

Just like the raincoat you're wearing,

But compared to a straw raincoat, a raincoat is lighter and more convenient to wear.

Their actions are also more flexible.

Lin Qingshan suddenly realized, his eyes filled with wonder.

"There are such amazing objects!"

It sounds like a good product.

Qingqing, you're so clever!

They always come up with these novel and interesting things.

"But Qingqing, your father is quite good at other things."

But Dad doesn't know how to make this raincoat,"

Lin Qingshan said embarrassedly.

Lu Qingqing said with a smile,

"Father, leave this to me."

I can make this raincoat; just you wait and see.

As he spoke, he began selecting suitable fabric from the tung oil cloth.

Her fingers gently traced the pieces of tung oil cloth.

Focused gaze

Carefully comparing the texture and size of the fabrics,

Try to find the best part to cut the raincoat.

Lin Qingshan looked at Lu Qingqing's serious expression.

My heart is filled with joy.

"Qingqing, this tung oil cloth is not like ordinary cloth."

Ordinary fabrics are softer and easier to cut.

This tung oil cloth is a little stiff.

Cutting it out probably won't be that easy.

Be careful later, don't hurt yourself.

Lin Qingshan gave his instructions with great concern.

His eyes were fixed on the fabric in Lu Qingqing's hand.

Lu Qingqing raised her head.

He gave Lin Qingshan a reassuring smile.

"Dad, don't worry about me."

I've cut much tougher materials before.

I promise I won't hurt myself.

Just you wait and see, once I've finished making the raincoat...

Try them on; they'll definitely be lightweight and practical.

As they spoke,

Lu Qingqing picked up a large piece of tung oilcloth, held an umbrella over it, and ran into the house.

When Chunlan saw Lu Qingqing coming, she quickly went to greet her.

"Miss, what are you doing?"

"Just leave it to us."

Lu Qingqing walked quickly to the table inside the room.

He said:

Chunlan,

I plan to use this tung oil cloth to make a few raincoats.

It will be much more convenient to work on rainy days from now on.

I have to do this myself.

If you have time,

"Please find me some needles, thread, and scissors."

Chunlan was slightly taken aback.

Then a hint of curiosity flashed in his eyes.

"Raincoats? That sounds so novel!"

Miss, you are amazing!

They always come up with these wonderful ideas.

I'll go get you a needle, thread, and scissors right away.

After saying that, he turned around and went to find his tools.

Lu Qingqing laid the tung oil cloth flat on the table.

Gently smooth it out, examine it carefully.

This tung oil cloth is thick and sturdy, though it is somewhat stiff.

But it has excellent waterproof properties.

It's perfect for making raincoats.

She had already sketched out the general design of the raincoat in her mind.

They were figuring out how to cut the fabric to make the most of it.

A short while later, Chunlan returned carrying a sewing basket.

He came back with the scissors.

"Miss, everything has been found."

Is there anything else you need?

Lu Qingqing took the tools and said with a smile:

"We don't need any more, Chunlan, thank you."

If you're busy, go ahead and do your thing.

I can do it myself here.

Chunlan shook her head.

"Miss, I'm not in a hurry."

I'll be right here to assist you.

In case you need anything, we can help you right away.

Lu Qingqing nodded.

"Oh well,

Could you please unfold this piece of cloth a little more for me?

Be careful not to wrinkle it.

Lu Qingqing picked up the scissors and carefully cut the fabric.

Just as Lin Qingshan had predicted, the tung oil cloth was indeed...

The texture is somewhat hard.

But it’s okay,

For Lu Qingqing, it was a piece of cake.

Subsequently,

The scissors rubbed against the fabric, making a "shh" sound.

Lu Qingqing's hands held the scissors firmly.

They were afraid that even the slightest deviation would waste the tung oil cloth that had been dried with great effort.

Chunlan and the others watched Lu Qingqing's movements nervously.

I didn't dare to breathe.

Because they didn't know what their young lady was doing either.

The group was completely baffled.

Xia He couldn't help but ask softly:

"Miss, would you like me to help you?"

Lu Qingqing shook her head.

"No need, Xia He, I can manage on my own."

"Just help me tidy up the scraps I cut off."

After Lu Qingqing cut the tung oil cloth into its approximate shape,

The next step is to suture it.

Lu Qingqing doesn't usually sew.

However, simple mending is still possible.

The needle moved back and forth between her slender fingers.

The tung oil cloth I made myself was a bit rough.

The stitches didn't go smoothly, so she slowed down.

Stitch by stitch,

Patiently sew the various parts together.

She would stop after stitching a few stitches.

Pick up the raincoat and shake it.

Check if the seams are smooth and if the lines are straight.

Over time,

The prototype of the raincoat gradually emerged.

Lu Qingqing then carefully sewed a narrow strip of fabric around the collar and cuffs.

Makes wearing them more comfortable.

To make the raincoat more waterproof,

She also checked some gaps that were prone to leaking.

A thin layer of tung oil was applied again.

And bake it gently over low heat.

This allows it to dry and set faster.

Finally, the first raincoat was successfully completed.

Lu Qingqing breathed a sigh of relief.

She unfolded her raincoat, a relieved smile spreading across her face.

Chunlan couldn't help but exclaim in admiration:

"Miss, you're amazing!"

This raincoat even has a hood!

Chunlan's eyes widened.

They looked at the brand-new raincoat with amazement and admiration.

Lu Qingqing smiled.

He gently touched the hood of his raincoat and explained:

"Chunlan, what if you don't have a hat on a rainy day?"

Rain still wets my hair.

With this hat, my head will be protected too.

She lifted her raincoat,

Carefully inspecting every stitch and detail

Make sure there are no omissions.