Have you ever had your doubts about something but dove in anyway? For me, this was (on a MUCH different level) like when you're completely terrified of giving birth, and you do it. And then you feel like you can accomplish anything. (okay I didn't HAVE to make the pillow.) There is nothing quite like completing something successfully you were terrified of in the first place. Behold...the GUMDROP PILLOW!!!! {Eat it, Pottery Barn.}

I only had a few moments where I wanted to stab myself in the eyeballs as I was removing triple reinforced seams simply because I couldn't figure out the inside out thingy and had to have a redo because I didn't double check. But I cut the fabric on Friday and was finished by Saturday, with ample breaks in between: movies, playing with kids, a birthday party...it was totally doeable. I now officially dub myself a seamstress. (of sorts.) I think Amy needs to come over and induct me into the sisterhood.

The kids LOVE it and its the perfect height as an ottoman accessory for my puff chair. It was totally worth all the work. I read some reviews that mentioned they would recommend putting in a zipper for the last step of stuffing the pillow. Then all you have to do is zip it up. I highly recommend that, as I will be making more, and think that will be the easier route to take next time, rather than hand stitching that last bit. Just thought I would include this in case anyone is interested.

Oh, and Jesse, the cute pic of the kid on top of the pillow is just for you. Not sure where she came from. Just kinda wandered in and now we can't get rid of her since my pillow is so comfy.

Hurray!