This knife edged pillow features applied cording in ivory and blue that offers a wonderful contrast to the blue solid background fabric. This cording is twisted and slightly kinked in the stitching process and secured using a sheer thread. Your family can LIVE on this pillow without worry of this cording becoming detached or giving way. This thing of beauty is structured to withstand hearty family living. The back of this pillow is a solid coordinating cotton back with a hidden zipper closure for ease of fill.