Oh wow, how ironic Tina! I was just about to start on a label design for a co-worker's hot sauce bottle. :7

first of all, thanks to the both of you for the excellent replies. it's the reason i always find myself coming back to this place for the great advice from the pros.

Tina, i would love to try my hand at a larger forum. i'm very flexible when it comes to graphics and feel like i can do almost anything. i will send you an email to discuss further. thanks again!