I personally think that is a lot, especially with the additional cost of a kit for the class. I guess it would depend on how much you think of that well known quilter and if the class would be helpful for you. I once signed up for a class to make a vest with a well known quilt teacher, however, I did not read the fine print which stated that you also had to purchase her book in addition to the cost of the class. I did learn a lot from the class, but between the cost of the class, the book and materials, it cost me over $100 for the class, and this was several years ago, lesson learned to always read the class information before signing up.