Thanks for the info. I am going to Joann's next week to pick up a couple of small things that I need/want so I will check the magazines there. One of the things that I liked in one of the brochures was...one of their "experts" provides color options. So if you don't like the look of plain brown/tan/rust she shows you a completely different option using prints of all different colors. That's where I need the most help...selecting colors and prints that go together. Although sometimes depending on my mood I can get a little "wild" making the bags/purses.
I do know there is tons on the internet but I am from the old school I guess. I prefer getting my newspaper delivered everyday over reading it online. I prefer buying books over using a Kindle or whatever the other book readers are called. And when it comes to sewing I don't mind reading tips online but I prefer the book or magazines in my grimy little hands. lol