A work colleague's MIL was diagnosed with bowel cancer last Tuesday, and my gut instinct was to stop stitching my snowmen or halloween projects and stitch up a comfort cushion for this person i've never met.
I have stitched Lizzie Kate's Cherish-Dream-Live before, and made exactly that - a comfort cushion that was taken into hospital by another work colleague about 18months ago. She still holds that cushion and knows it was stitched with love and compassion.
Yesterday morning, I called at my local quilt shop to see if they had any suitable fabric to use to make a cushion. I chose some pretty floral flannellette. This afternoon, I put it together, and added three yo-yos with button centres. I will have to go to Spotlight tomorrow to pick up some more filling because I raided one of my snowman cushions...
Even Harry said it was one of the better finishes I've done.
I'm looking forward to giving this one away. I think he will be pleased that it's been made for his family.
Speaking of GIVEAWAY - I nearly forgot to mention Fiona's 100th follower giveaway!!!
9 comments:
Your cushion turned out lovely. Such a great way to tell someone that you are thinking of them.
such a nice gesture to do, I am sure they will appreciate it very much xx
That is just so lovely and thoughtful. What a beautiful heart you have. Hugs - Fee xx
Beautiful finish - wonderful gesture -
Hugs
Patty
Beautiful pillow, I;m sure the lady will be touched by your kindness.
What a loving and kind thing for you to do! I think the cushion turned out GREAT and I love the yo-yo's attached. They really give the little pillow a little extra umph! Love it!
finished and delivered already
lovely thought and fast delivery!!
next.....?
What a pretty little pillow - a beautiful gift for your friend which I am sure she will cherish.
Margaret
What a lovely, thoughtful gift! A comfort cushion, that is a fantastic idea and I'm sure the recipient was very touched by it.
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