Purchase the Futuraâ„¢ (SINGER® Model CE-250) between June 1, 2008, and July 31, 2008, and receive the SINGER® Design CD with 3, 900 Ready-to-Sew embroidery designs. (Please click here to download rebate form. .PDF)The new Singer Futura CE250 adds: programmable needle up/down controls, 3 more alphabet fonts for a total of 5, trace outline before embroidering to insure proper placement and needle not hitting hoop, three StayBright LED lamps for improved illumination, new underplate foot for better buttonholes now in 4 styles, plus 50% faster speed at 600 Stitches Per Minute On Embroidery. The earlier model CE200 does not have these new features.. 600 Stitches Per Minute On Embroidery. One-touch pattern selection. Large (4 1/2"� X 6 3/4"�) and small (3 1/8"� X 4 3/4"�) hoop. Transmit designs directly to the machine via USB cable. Three StayBright LED Lightsâ„¢ for illumination. Programmable needle up/needle down. Four styles of one-step buttonholes with exclusive underplate system. Drop feed. USB Connectivity from your computer, without flash (thumb)drive capability. Automatic Needle ThreaderEffortless threading of the machine, including automatic threading of the eye of the needle!. Automatic TensionThis system ensures stable stitch quality, whatever the type of fabric being used. Top Loading Jam-Proof Bobbin System with Clear CoverThis mechanism incorporates a magnet-type vertical axis rotating hook that ensures smooth, quiet, jam-proof sewing. The bobbin loads from the top so it is easy to insert the bobbin. The clear cover makes it effortless to monitor the bobbin thread supply. Optimum Power ControlThe Optimum Power Control provides precise piercing power when sewing multiple layers or dense fabric. The piercing power is the same regardless of sewing speed. Drop FeedA conveniently located lever will lower the feed dogs for free-motion embroidery, machine embroidery, monograms and attaching buttons. Extra-High Presser Foot LifterThere are two heights to the presser foot lifter. The second height offers a ¼"� more clearance which is needed when placing multiple layers or bulky fabrics under the presser foot. Accommodates Many Types of Thread SpoolsIn addition to the machine"™s horizontal thread delivery, a second vertical spool holder is provided, specially designed for many of today"™s threads. Self-LubricatingBecause the machine is permanently lubricated, there is no need to oil the machine, and no oil gets on fabric. Warning SignalsAudible warning messages alert the sewer, ensuring trouble-free sewing. Aluminum FrameThe internal skeleton of the sewing machine. This rigid support holds all the mechanisms in perfect alignment for perfect, skip-free sewing. WarrantyFutura has a 25 year limited warranty, including 5 years on electronic components and 1 year on adjustments. Consumer's ChoiceMore sewers own SINGER® sewing machines than all other brands combined.* (*Source: Market Facts, March 2002)Sewing Machine Features:. El