I feel your pain as well. Awhile ago I purchased Deb Tuckers pattern, Signs of Autumn, from a local quilt shop. Fabric from the shop was included, so I didn't feel too guilty about spending a decent amount of money on the project. Until I got home and read the directions which called for not one, not two, but three separate specialty rulers, which of course I could purchase from the pattern makers website for $25 each!!! I WAS FURIOUS!!!! Bottom line....this pattern will never be made!!!!