I have always wanted to order a kit, but you gals have scared me right out of it! The best thing about not using a kit is if you do cut a piece wrong, you have a backup!!!!!! (extra fabric).
My friends and family always give me fabric for Christmas - happy dance - and I can do whatever I want with it. I just don't have to be on pins and needles (to coin a phrase) about ruining something that I just might not be able to replace.
That is my story - When in doubt - don't! Edie
PS - But there is something in the back of me saying "Aw, go on, just try it once." Maybe!