The prices of patterns these days has inspired me to learn to use drawing programs and draw my own. I know the level of work involved in creating patterns. However I simply can't afford the ones I want. I'm from an era when $10 for a pattern was expensive. The prices these days have exceeded inflation. I easily do traditional quilts and some that are based on patterns in books, and now I have the opportunity to explore shapes for more intricate quilts. I guess I'm thankful that I have to develop my own things. It's a more creative process.