I took a drive out to a (not so local) LQS today, to look at embroidery machines. <sigh> They had ONE machine, somewhat like what I want . . . and at a very good price. Came home and researched it . . . and it's not what I want, at all.
Really wanted to get one from a shop rather than online, just in case I need to return it for some reason (always a possibility of a dud, regardless of make or model). ANYWAY, I stopped at Hobby Lobby, on the way home! YAY, Hobby Lobby!!!
Got some fabric, with the hope of making something for my Secret Santee . . . if I still like the idea, after I make it. LOL I'm terrible at changing my mind about fabric combinations/designs, at the last minute.
</sigh>