Oh, thank you all so much for your suggestions...am so glad I asked as my ideas just weren't feeling right. I have lots of darkish wools, so I think I will just make a plain pad with that. I will check on color scheme in their home first as was suggested! The needlepoint idea is really intriguing and if that wouldn't add years to my project..I tend to drag things out...that really appeals to me! DH is on a mission though...wants this done next week.., so time is of the essence! Thanks again! If I can figure out the picture thing, I will post a picture as it is really a cute little rocker!