Today I went to a "new" LQS looking for the backing for the runner. The "new" LQS had one of those measurers that attaches to the cutting desk and you run the fabric through watching the dial counter, when the correct amount is measured a knob is pressed, a cut is made and then the person finishes cutting the fabric. When was the last time you have seen one of these? I had not seen one of those measurers since I was with my mom and she was buying fabric. Unfortunately, the memories it bought back were the best part of the shop. The shop did make me thankful for my home shop. My runner top is finished, but I'm still on the hunt for the perfect backing.