Originally Posted by
Lafpeaches
Sometimes the pattern is even in a book that needs to be purchased.
In the case of a pattern in a book, it would be copyright infringement if the pattern was sold separately in the kit, so I wouldn't expect it. They sell the fabric kit as a convenience to those who want to make the quilt exactly like the one shown in the book.
I don't use kits because I have a good stash and like to choose my own fabrics. Don't usually use patterns either. But I know several women who just want to sew and don't have the time or inclination to pick fabrics, neither is money a problem for them. They love kits!
How nice that the shop in question was willing to send out a free pattern just because of the misunderstanding and because the OP was upset. That's great customer service!