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Even though Jane"s instructions were amazingly clear it took my little beginner brain actually seeing the movement - after that it was so easy and I"m a Bias convert! Sorry for the picture below, I know how eerie (and boring) faceless pictures are but I"m not up to posting my silly facials on the Internet yet... give me time!

So what do I like about it?

Well it"s really pretty, and Tasia"s instructions were invaluable for a beginner. Also it seems like one of those patterns that you could make loads of little adjustments to make each blouse unique. Look at me! Talking like I know about sewing. I say it because I"ve seen a few alterations like Jane"s below and they"re really cute - I"m even going to attempt my own!

What don"t I like about it?

My complaints are currently limited to my own talent. I found it a bit difficult to work with such slippery fabric, especially when it came to cutting. The only other thing was fitting - My abilities of tissue fitting are horrible but I take zero blame for that - I"m currently under the impression you need to have as many arms as Shiva, a gazillion-jointed-spine, and eyes in the back of your head (or a dress form worth AU$450) to be able to fit on your own body. So I"ve caved and just ordered "Fit for Real People" hopefully those divas on the front cover will show me how to wear shoulder pads with pride!

What about doing French seams?

Eep! After doing French seams on the shoulders I got totally distracted by my bias-tape dilemma and forgot to do them! From my limited experience they were super easy, and they look much nicer than my other seams as I kick it old-school and don"t have a Serger... that"s just how I roll.

Would I make it again?

Heck yeah Grizzly Bear! I"ve already got my fabric and I"m going to make a few adjustments to the pattern so it fits better, not to mention do it a little "neater" this time. I might even be adventurous and make a few minor changes with the detail? I"m thinking buttons, because who doesn"t like buttons? If you want to see more you can check out the Flickr Group, but I just had to point out the one below because I think she"s hot stuff.

VIA «Fit for Real People» by Jane Storm

Unique handmade jersey blouse/bolero, romantic-vintage-eco chic inspired, adorned with four brooches detachable, a one of a kind fashion jersey bolero, an original concept-design by Lavart Fashion. Other fabrics: ivory creamy lace, glass and sand beads, tulle and vintage cotton string. Buttons closure.

You can order this unique fashion bolero directly from my online shops.

Copyright by B/M | Photography Ulrich Hartmann | Styling Sebastiano Ragusa | Hair/MakeUp Tom Strohmetz | Model Valeria Benner
In season Spring/summer 2016 Berlin-based fashion label Burkhardt/Möllmann presents itself clearly defined and minimalist as usual. Tight and straight patterns and the focus on a few, but particularly colourful elements catch the observer’s eye.
As sometimes denoted in former collections, the basic theme of B/M 121 is borrowed from a technical work environment. This time motives are modelled on the clothing worn by an aircraft carrier’s crew. Every crew member wears a certain uniform which exactly characterizes their tasks on board, since the uniforms can be clearly
distinguished by visual elements. Different integral colouring is combined with several graphic shapes and symbols. Consequently, every single combination from colour, shape and symbol is a code and expresses the person’s exact function.
This fascination for the semiotics of colours and design elements is now reflected in Burkhardt/Möllmann’s present fifth collection. the luminous colours orange and blackberry are mainly used in geometric details on straps, belts, zippers, buttons, collars, cuffs and laces. At the same time, the colours form a contrast to the neutral parts in anthracite, black and white. the lucid details and the colour-neutral parts are united in their distinctive graphic stringency and seeming functionality.
BURKHARDT/MÖLLMANN

VIA «Burkhardt/Möllmann Spring/summer 2016 Women's Collection» by Jane Storm

Unique handmade waist belt, collage art inspired, young fashion accessory, made of fuchia elastic and lace appliques, trimms and buttons, a one of a kind fashion sash, an original conceptual design by Lavart Fashion.
Slim wear, perfect waist fit!

You can order this unique handmade accessory directly from my online shops (sidebars).

Unique handmade jabot, Victorian Gothic inspired, made of tulle with various adronments, portrait print after one of my original fine art drawings, Shabby buttons applique and hand-painted artistic accents. A one of a kind statement accessory, an original conceptual design by Lavart Fashion.

You can order this unique jabot directly from my online shops (sidebars).

Knitted shirt decorated with textile applications, natural silk, decorative bands, buttons and embroidered lace. It is cut under the bust and loose folds in the seweing.
The blouse is designed in the "young patch and mix" modern style.
*Size 40/42 (Ro) or M-L (USA)
The blouse length is 65 cm-measured back.

Composition: 95% cotton knit and 5% elastane
* When ordering this product you will receive a special gift signed by Lavinia Voicu.PRICE: 115 lei
CODE: BLU 03