What a great and time saving tip this is! I have a few pillows to make soon for a friend from her father's ties. She also gave me some shirts so I think I will be using those shirts for the pillow backing. For me, it will be easier to do that than put in a zipper or other closure .... plus she will be happy to have the shirts included. Thanks for this link. (I used to read Betz White's blog all the time.)