pillow talk swap

I signed up for round 9 of the Pillow Talk Swap.  If you haven't taken the time to look through the photo pool for this group, I recommend you take a look.  It is really amazing.

Because it is so amazing, I am a little intimidated to be making something.  My partner seems really great and I want to make something that will make her happy.  I have had this idea floating around in my head for the last week or so, and I took the dive a couple days ago and started putting it together.

PTS round 9
I am happy with how it turned out, I just hope that she is :)

And if the front is too busy for her . . .

PTS round 9 back\
I have written up a quick tutorial for how I made this pillow.  You can find it here.  

Comments

  1. Danielle HudsonOctober 5, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    I don't think she will think it's to busy at all! It's beautiful! And I love how you off set the triangle quilting lines. It's perfect!

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  2. Heather D.October 5, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    It's gorgeous Erica! Your partner will be thrilled I'm sure.

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  3. randi--i have to sayOctober 5, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    Very nice! Your partner will love it!

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  4. Happier Than A Bird QuiltsOctober 5, 2012 at 7:53 PM

    I love it!! I'm sure your partner will too

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  5. DebbieOctober 5, 2012 at 10:45 PM

    oh I love your pillow!! Very nice!

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  6. ~Kelie~October 6, 2012 at 12:26 AM

    That is beautiful!!!!!! Love the design!

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  7. The ThompsonsOctober 6, 2012 at 7:29 AM

    Super cute! I love the colors and fabrics you chose.

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  8. AllisonOctober 12, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    very very pretty!

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  9. Danielle HudsonOctober 12, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    In case you didn't know, you are on Jeni's (In Color Order's Friday favorites) this week! See, you worried for nothing:)

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