目め鼻はなが付つく

expression, godan verb (-ku)

take shape; be mostly complete; the main parts are done

Idiomatic expression meaning that the outline or essential parts of a plan, project, or work have been settled, so the rest can proceed smoothly. Literally 'the nose and eyes are attached', implying a face has taken form.

• 企き画かくの目め鼻はなが付ついたら、すぐに実じっ行こうに移うつしましょう。

  Once the plan takes shape, let's move on to execution right away.

• 引ひっ越こしの準じゅん備びはまだ目め鼻はなが付ついていない。

  The preparations for moving haven't taken shape yet.