Hiya all. In case you have not seen this product, thought I'd introduce you to it. (no affiliation)
http://www.brother-usa.com/scanncut/#.Ut09Ivvnat8
Please, let's focus the talk on this machine and not the other similar ones, nor diss it because of it's price. It is what is is and looks like it could be a valuable tool for quilting and applique. There certainly are pros and cons about this machine. Two are available now, Brother dealer and an amazon version.
I am finding the learning curve a little steep at this point but am trudging on. Anyone else have one, so we could trouble shoot together?