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With September around the corner and cooler Fall weather approaching, it’s often time to put on a thick warm cardigan.
My ASL Dictionary’s 2013 cartoon of twins in wool pullovers illustrates two hand signs for SWEATER.
H hands or Cupped Hands arc down from the shoulders to the hips, representing the thicker wool garment of a sweater.
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For Moisture absorption, Shock absorption, Temperature regulation, and Comfort, this Cover for the foot extending over the ankle proves no Shoe is complete without a Sock.
My ASL Dictionary’s cartoon of a young skier, a Balaclava hood wrapped around her head like a cozy stocking, illustrates the ASL hand sign for SOCKS.
Both Index fingers alternately rub against each other several times, like needles knitting wool socks.
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Continuing with hand signs for undergarments, the form-fitting attire for women that supports and covers the breasts (often with lace). Instead of a cartoon of a woman wearing a bra or Caresse Crosby, the inventor of the Brassiere, My ASL Dictionary’s cartoon of a man, Mr. Louis Reard, the inventor of the Bikini, dressed in a black suit, illustrates the ASL hand sign for BRA.
(A funnier image that won’t distract from the hand sign)
The hand sign for BIKINI is BRA + UNDERWEAR.
The Modified L hands placed near the centre of the chest pull apart once, tracing the areas covered by a bra.
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As seen in My ASL Dictionary, the Majority of Hand Signs use the Primary Signing space from the top of the head to the waist, and from elbow to elbow. For areas below the waist, there are exceptions.
A cartoon of a Gentleman with a Black Vest, Leather Belt, and Black Slacks shows the ASL hand sign for PANTS.
Palms facing each other, the B hands move down each leg, like pants put on one leg at a time.
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More famous than Cinderella’s Glass slippers are the Magical Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz. The character of Dorothy Gale appears in My ASL Dictionary again (first time in hand sign REMEMBER) to display a sign that fits her story even better.
Dressed in a blue and white gingham pinafore, her hair in brown pigtails, a Young Dorothy (more like the 12-year-old girl from the book) illustrates the ASL hand sign for SHOES,
and the magical shoes (originally silver in the book), click the heels to reveal the word in English.
The two S hands, palm down, tap together, like Dorothy clicking her heels three times to go home.
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The hand sign for SHIRT has another meaning.
To selflessly help others and give back to the community is the priceless gift of empathy and compassion that volunteers offer each day.
My ASL Dictionary’s cartoon of a Blood Clinic worker with Silver hair and bifocals, illustrating the ASL hand sign for VOLUNTEER.
Index and thumb tug on the Shirt twice.
Similar to the ASL hand sign for SHIRT.
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Looking beautiful outdoors with an extra layer of protection against rain, wind, and snow.
My ASL Dictionary’s cartoon of a woman in a Yellow Cap and Coat with Green Trim showing the ASL hand sign for JACKET.
The two A hands arc down from the shoulders to the waist, like putting on a warm jacket.
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When it comes to Women’s fashion, it’s all about the Fabulous Dress.
My ASL Dictionary’s cartoon of a Lady in a Fashionable Butterfly Monarch Gown shows the ASL hand sign for DRESS.
Both 5 hands at the upper chest sweep downward once, the silhouette of a gown.
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