In October, the seamstress came to the house as a daily wage. Flannel pajamas and nightgowns had to be made for the winter. I remember when Mrs. Elli used to come as a day laborer there was an effervescence in the house. He put the chicken and potatoes in the oven so that mom wouldn’t have to worry about cooking. Neighbors also came to help with the drilling and seasoning. Rehearsals took place on site, the threads filled the kitchen floor and the sewing machine purred rhythmically when it was time to sew.

Width 70 cm