We just bought me my first sewing machine, a Brother ES3000. We found it for $115 with a coupon code on Overstock.com, so I was very happy! Hubs is almost more excited about it as I am, since he's always wanted to learn how to sew. Right now I'm working on a "gathering apron" from The Cottage at Frog Creek. I'm feeling proud that I haven't managed to sew through my finger yet. I'll keep you posted!
To compare with this photo of our roasting black cat, here is a photo my husband took on his way to work last week:
See those big clouds and the snow on the mountains?