Thanks Neil.
I was wondering which library it was but got too busy to go back and check after I got it working.
I don't know why I didn't think to look for ShapefileWorkspaceFactory in the help. Just getting to used to being able to get help with F1. And of course since the reference wasn't set I was getting keyword not found in the MS Help. Plus everyday this week has been like a Monday.
Thanks again,
Craig
PS: how do I mark your post as "the answer"?