Back in 2006 I visited Japan on my honeymoon. It was autumn, and the leaves were turning.

While staying in Kyoto, in a lovely hotel on Kawaramachi Dori, I purchased an incredibly pretty seasonal handkerchief, with the thought of making a dress for Blythe.

Years passed, and my dress making skills had still not improved to the point that I was willing to risk such a beautiful and rare piece of fabric.

Autumn Nymph - Model: Cassie/PWP

The square is scallop-edged, with beautiful autumnal leaves and branches decorating the border, fading to more muted tones towards the centre.

While Maddy was staying with me for the National Blythe Meet in February 2009, I brought out this piece of fabric and asked if she thought she could do something with it for me.

The result is a dress I’ve chosen to call “Autumn Nymph” and is just perfect as we head into that season here in Australia.

Thank you Maddy, I love it and it fits perfectly!

Autumn Nymph - Model: Cassie/PWP