Thanks for all the replies. My shefflera is not very big. It came from a cutting 3 years ago of a favorite aunt who passed away so it is a very special plant to us. It has two trunks - one about 10 inches tall and one about 14 inches tall. The trunks are about 2 1/2 inches apart. With that being said, does anyone have any suggestions on what they would do? Stupid question - I know I have alot of research to do - but what comes first - repotting, cutting back, or trimming roots? Also - where do y'all get your tools from? An online source? And I have a very wide array of pots, not necessarily bonsai pots, but I did start buying up pots 3 years ago at every yard sale I came accross in the anticipation of having a small greenhouse someday. Any tips on what to look for in a pot? Has anyone ever heard of a ZZ plant - it is a houseplant sitting on my desk right now, 4 trunks, growing straight up, shiny evergreen leaves. Looks like it might be a good bonsai candidate. I reckon I will go jump on google right now and research a little before work. Thanks again

"lol", Using my colors again, huh Sue? Cute. Especially for Australian's? ~Urlee~

Dar, Hang in there! You are doing fine. I, at one time was ready to throw PSP in the garbage! Now I am soooo happy I learned how to use it. Believe me, the tutorials are good for you! They teach you how & what's of it. AND----- of course THIS forum. ~Urlee~

Shylee, that is beautiful. Did you use a tut for it?