Hey Lady, thanks for the info on the books - I'll check them out! You are a hoot! LOL Sounds like some of my experiences - I always seem to just jump right in before checking to see how deep the pond is! I see you are in Texas - I am about 45 min. outside of Fort Worth and I found a wonderful quilt shop today. Have been to several but have seen nothing yet to compare to this one. Oh my they had the material! Such beautiful patterns! Also have a web site - The Cabbage Rose on Montgomery St. If you are ever over that way check it out! Cara