MTS - thank you for all the info. and your time in replying. I'm so glad I found this forum - all you experienced quilters are so helpful and don't seem to mind sharing your knowledge. This sounds wonderful and I will definitely look at the info. on it - hopefully I'll THINK I can manage the learning curve. I can't wait to see my hubby's face when I tell him that "MTS" and "dunster" (I assume) recommend it. He'll be soooo happy I actually want something that he'll want to go right out and buy it for me (I'm thinking Christmas gift).