The Interview (Photostory)

Robin has taken Lena to the back sewing room to conduct the job interview.  Jackie is still tending to Tina and the ladies.

"So why don't you start by telling a little about yourself."  (Robin)

"Sure.  I learned how to sew from my grandmother when I was about 12 yrs old and I've been sewing ever since."  (Lena)

Lena continues talking about her experience and her aspirations.  Let's check in on the ladies.

"So what do you think, Mom?"  (Shantavia)

"It's gorgeous.  You are going to make a beautiful bride one day.  Turn around so I can see the back."  (Tina)

"Oh yes.  I like how the back is very open.  The front is very conservative and then you get the surprise in the back.  Very nice.  Who's the designer again?"  (Tina)

"This is a Sharignis design."  (Jackie)

"It's a one-on-a-kind, so chances are it won't be available when or if I ever get married."  (Shantavia)

"A new Sharignis dress arrived yesterday.  Would you like to see it?"  (Jackie)

"I would love to!"  (Shantavia)

"Well you seem to have plenty of experience.  How would you feel about working in this space temporarily until we can get the other room ready?"  (Robin)

"That wouldn't be a problem."  (Lena)

"We have a Janome here on site, but you are welcome to bring in your own machine if you are more comfortable with it."  (Robin)

"I have a Janome at home.  Not the same model, but I've familiar with the brand."  (Lena)

"The larger room will allow for more than one dress form."  (Robin)

Just at that moment, Shantavia appears in the doorway, headed to the dressing room area.

"Hi.  So what did you think of the dress?"  (Robin)
"I love it.  Your mom said a new one came in yesterday, so I'm going to try that one on, too."  (Shantavia)

"I have to say, you make a beautiful bride."  (Robin)

"So do you have any more questions for me?"  (Robin)

"Just one more question.  This is listed as a part time job, which works great for my current schedule.  Do you foresee this becoming a full time position?  If so, in what time frame?"  (Lena)

"It's hard to judge how quickly this new tailoring adventure will take off.  In the future I see one full time tailor and one part-time tailor."  (Robin)

"Great."  (Lena)

"Well Lena, thank you for coming out.  I will contact you in a couple days to let you know about the job.   And if you have any other questions before then, please give me a call."  (Robin)

"Thanks so much for your time."  (Lena)

Lena bends down to get her bag and her portfolio.

Shantavia emerges from the back with the second Shasarignis dress on.

"Oooh, that looks great on you."  (Robin)

"You think so?  I guess I shouldn't get too excited.  It's not like I'm getting married or anything."  (Shantavia)

"Oh honey, that's another beautiful gown!  I may need to have a little talk with Bruce."  (Tina)

"Mom, no."  (Shantavia)

"Turn around."  (Tina)

"Do you think the bow is too much?"  (Shantavia)

"No because it's not the typical bow.  It's more sophisticated.  Okay turn back around."  (Tina)

Jackie fusses with the half circle bow.

"Oh yes.  Bruce and I need to have a little chat."  (Tina)

"Mom, don't run my boyfriend away with any marriage talk."  (Shantavia)

"I wouldn't dream of doing such a thing.  I just need to know what his intentions are."  (Tina)

"Oh brother."  (Shantavia)

The sewing machine was part of this Wink set I found at Ross' for $12.99.