It is two sided. I stitched the tail end with glow in the dark green thread - just like the lightning bugs. I made a pocket made of the plastic tablecloth material you can get at Wal*mart and made 6 Lightning Bug charms to store in the pocket. I also used the glow in the dark thread for the work bioluminesence and for his name and for the little message to him. It was soooo much fun and it turned out great! Next time, I would put the stuffing in a little lined pillow inside, instead of just loose inside. I used florescent green thread on the decorative stitching around the edge, and added a hidden zipper too. Thank you Yoriko for the great Lightning Bug designs!

Wow! That is really fantastic!!

Jan, thank you so much for posting this! Your idea of flying lightning bug was brilliant! And your work turned out so beautiful, I'm sure Joseph will treasure the pillow. Love and hugs, Yoriko

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by hightechgrammy 04 Feb 2011

Yoriko, You just make the BEST FSL anywhere! I had some of your little FSL Lightning Bug charms in my purse. There was a lady at the checkout who was friendly and she looked tired. I gave her one of the lightning bugs and she was delighted! She said she hadn't seen one since she was a little girl. It really made her day. It was such a surprise for someone to give her something! That's something I really like about FSL, you don't have to sew them ON something. Being Free Standing, you can carry them in your bag and give them to anyone who needs a little pick me up. My love language is "Gifts" so I think that is why I love FSL! Thanks, Yoriko, I'm so glad I found you!

great job!! really turned out so cute. Do boys put pillows on their bed? I bet Mother will put it there!!

When it comes to making designs i feel Yoriko is one of the best ,she takes time for you because you are special !!Great job both of you Carolyn

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by obaachan 03 Feb 2011

I ageree !!!

by hightechgrammy 04 Feb 2011

You can totally depend on her designs to turn out perfect every time.

I just had Yoriko digitize a design for me..LOVE her work.. this one is awesome too !!

Very, very cute!!! I love the lightning bugs!

You did a great job. I am sure he will love it. Hugs Lisa

Very nice.

wow what a great job you've done on this pillow. I'm sure your gs loves it.

That looks really fantastic! Perhaps you could upload the pic/s in projects, as well, in case others are looking for inspiration who may not read the 'questions' section here. Well done on a great cushion. I'm sure you are a super-popular Grammy!

wow you did a great job & it sounds like you enjoyed it too! I'm sure that he will too

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by hightechgrammy 04 Feb 2011

I just laughed and giggled as it was coming together. I had to take it into the closet and see how it glowed. I imagined him hiding the lightning bugs and having someone find them. It definitely has a play quality. Thanks for all the positive comments!

This looks fantastic! I just love Yoriko's designs, they always sew our great. Thanks you for sharing this with us all.

very creative!! great job.

Jan, what a great pillow - I am sure Joseph will adore it for many years.

Awesome grandma! What a great pillow!!! Suzanne

What a special gift for a beloved granson. Joseph must think that you are 'The Best" And a beautiful job!

Awesome job, Jan!!! Creative use of a creative design! Vicki

this is very cute, he will love it for a long time

Here are the photos!

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by shazells 03 Feb 2011

beautiful

by fannyfurkin 03 Feb 2011

Yoriko is a genius, and so are you, they look awesome.

by gramsbear 03 Feb 2011

Fantastic work!!! You and Yoriko both did wonderful job!! Hugs, Judy

by sewmom 03 Feb 2011

What a fun project. Nice job.

by kalinelson 03 Feb 2011

Great job....thanks for sharing.

by hightechgrammy 04 Feb 2011

If anyone wants to word bioluminescence just let me know and I'll send the design to you.