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[EarthNSky <erthnsky AT bellsouth.net>]

Lynda wrote:
> Ah geez, I am NOT good at describing things but here goes.
>
> To make a dual use pillion, use a right-angled triangle as the basis for 
> your pattern with the tall part of the "L" being the length from the back of 
> your knee to your panty line.  The base of the "L" being the length from the 
> back of your knee to mid-calf, then when you sit the pillow so that is is 
> sitting on the base of the "L" you have a back support for sitting in bed. 
> When you "tip it over" it will be a perfect fit for using to support your 
> bent knees.

If I make something for myself, it will definitely be dual use-thanks 
for the 'fitting' tips.



> I would make a ticking "pillow" and then make a zip cover to match whatever. 
> The width of the pillow would be determined by the size zipper I could find.
>
> Am I clear as mud as usual?

I think I got it.
I haven't put a zipper in anything in 25 years.  I will have to dig out 
the zipper foot and reread the directions<g>.  CRS strikes again.

B



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