Well, since I've been talking about Burda Magazines; I thought I would make a blouse from one of the issues:

Burda 11/2013; #122

The recommended fabric for the top was a charmeuse.  However, I chose to use a knit, and I chose not to make the shawl.

Why did I chose this top?  I find that tops/dresses with princess seams are easier to adjust for fitting; because you have multiple seams ( 2 additional seams in the front and back) to make adjustments for the breast, waistline, and hip areas.

I had some knit fabric that I had purchased at Colorado Fabrics during one of their sales.  It ran me about $1.00.  I figured I'd give this a try and see how it works out.  Beside this top is only going to be a muslin, right.

This top has a zipper in the side; but because I'm using a knit I didn't need it.

Here is the finished top:

Front of Top View 1

Front of Top View 2

Back of Top

I was pretty pleased with my ability to match up the designs at the princess seams.  It is very difficult for you tell where the seems are;

Close up of back seam View 1

Close up of back seam - View 2

Happy Sewing!!!!