Don't waste your money on the Dritz or June Tailor... spring for the Avery Dennison brand. Carrie is right; it is wonderful. The others lock up on you after a few pulls of the trigger. You can, however, use the 1/4 inch tacks (red) sold at Hancocks or WM without problems, and the red is easier to see than white or clear. I had to buy mine from Uline.com to get the fine fabrics version (about $40), and I never regreted it.
Hey, tell your family to get you one for Christmas!! :D :mrgreen: