I’m loving the new Matte Stephens pillows at Urban.  I ran across these the other day while looking for something completely different on their site.   This particular one of a little tweeting bird is definitely my favorite because it’s just so whimsical.  I also like that they’re including a feather-fill insert with the pillow cover.   That’s definitely a bonus since poly-fill inserts seem to be the standard these days.   (And in my opinion are way inferior in comfort & aesthetics.)

What’s the consensus out there?  Do you prefer poly-fill or feather inserts in your throw pillows?  Am I the only one who heads straight out to replace any poly ones that come with a pillow?  Would you rather save money by just buying the pillow cover with no insert?

(Oh, and for anyone looking for cheap feather inserts…head over to Ikea.  They have them at bargain prices!)

My bff Ashley gave me an adorable linen K Studio pillow with embroidered squirrels and deer on it for being a bridesmaid in her wedding.  She really knows me well!  I love it!!  Absolutely perfect!

Today while hitting up all the home design blogs on my list, I ran across this post on Apartment Therapy. A new pillow design company hit up this year’s New York Gift Fair showcasing their new line of line drawn doggie pillows, and they’re TOOOO cute. I think my little Boston deserves a line drawn pillow all his own…don’t you?! Maybe I’ll have to send in his photo to their pet casting call.