RedGarnet222

I so agree with you on taking in sewing and making something for other people when asked. It gets easier the more times you say no politely.
An example on this subject. I had really nice neighbors that I loved her kids. She had two little girls and I gave one a vintage animal applique quilt I made for her. The other I made a quilted hanger that would hold her barbie accessories. So, when there was a child's party that a costume needed altering, the mother showed up at my door to shorten the sleeves of a pre-made. I showed her how to do it and gave her a small new singer machine (still in the box) I had found at the secondhand store and was just sitting around doing nothing. It was a very nice machine, mind you. Then I said," You have two girls, you will need to learn to sew". Obviously, she never asked again. Mind you, she had a mother and a grandmother who both sewed.
I will say this, my friend pat, while she was alive, I would make anything for her. I am glad I did. For you never regret a good deed after they are gone. You only regret the things you didn't do.
Sorry about the ranting. I love the pillow. You did a fantastic job on it.