I have a GO and I am pleased with it. You say you only want to do small things???Well maybe the Go Baby would be better suited to you. The Big Shot Pro Westminster by Sizzix is larger than the GO, needs a dedicated place to stay somewhat like the Studio and I do believe it cuts more layers than the Go products. I like the portability of the GO and it does not "waste" material; just lets you make use of more of your stash!!!! Why wait til Christmas?????that is a long way off, you could have many things made by then!!! and then you could ask for more dies!!!!!! Just kidding....