I made over 20 of these last year for Xmas presents. Filled them about 90% with walnut shells and added more filling of poly fill to fill out the top corner where it is hard to fill with the shells. I loved them and have had reports that other people have taken them to use. One man asked for a second one. I love it. One of my favorite presents because it is easy and has to many uses. Now I need to make one for me and one for hubby.