I buy the kit because I like the fabric and the pattern - I don't have to think about anything just the fun of putting it together - I really like Moda and tend to stick with that brand of fabrics and kits. I look for sales on all my fabrics and kits - I love pre-cuts and purchase them often - they really make my life a lot easier so I don't have to figure out what fabrics coordinate together - if you keep your eyes open and check the internet you can always get these on sale - I have never paid full price and often I have paid between $4.00 - $8.00 per yard for fabrics depending on what I am looking for and how much I really want it.