I take several quilting mags and seem to be able to find a pattern in most that are interesting. I also use EQ7 to "draw" my own. But I will purchase a pattern if I like it and I wouldn't want to figure out the yardage and the method of putting it together. But I do think whether I would use it again (same with books I purchase) before I buy. I've only bought one kit--the Jaybird Gravity (which is waiting for me!) as I like to pick my own colors and fabrics.