This is one of my favorite designs. In fact, I am using this for the friendship block exchange for 22 guild members.
Let's talk about kits. I purchased the Wheel of Mystery kit in batiks from John Flynn. The fabric was tightly woven and the laser cut pieces were less prone to ravel.
Now, let's talk about construction technique. Go to Marti Michell's website and review her method. I prefer that technique to what I had used by following John Flynn's directions.
Using Marti's technique, you will be able to do this easily by hand or by machine.
I guarantee that you will have a blast pre-planning the placement of the colors prior to beginning assembly.
Good luck and happy sewing :-)