For me, I would find something similar, and there are many to choose from, that has instructions in English and an easier solution to the paper sizing.

Personally I would not buy that pattern for several reasons: all that work
For 38x38...... I do this for relaxation/fulfillment this would frustrate me beyond my endurance and last but not least. The cost is outrageous for what one gets or should I say does not get. If I wanted to do this SORT of design I am sure there are some American designers who have very similar ones at a better price, written in good English and provide the PP needed to complete. I am sorry but that sort of marketing is just more than I can stand.

I would show her some of the other patterns like Lori S and feline fanatic mentioned. I would also check out Judy Niemeyer's site. She sells the patterns with the foundation papers. You could probably find something very similar. At least if the scale of experience is a 5 being the hardest out of 1-5, it would be in English and you would also be able to contact them for any help by going to their website.

I agree with Tessagin. Check out Judy Niemeyer's site and see if there is a JN instructor in your area and where she teaches. There are several quilt shops in the Houston area that have classes, usually in a series, to take you step-by-step through the JN method. That way, you know you are doing it correctly under a teacher's supervision, and you have a completed quilt by the end of the class.

That seems to difficult for me, but sure is a great guilt.

That is definitely a "5"!

Thank for your input on the pattern. I think I will do something with the NYB. One question, I can't figure out what MC stands for. I'm sure when you tell me I'll go duh..

If you like her style, you might want to try a Judy Niemeyer pattern. Judy's patterns are in a similar vein are very beautiful. She has some Christmas tree skirts that you could start with.

I would suggest checking out Deb Karasik's site
http://www.debkarasik.com/index.php

I took a class from her and have done several of her patterns from her books with great success.

I made her Colorful Quilt ....http://www.quiltingboard.com/picture...lt-t49944.html
and it is definitely a 5. I a made tut in this thread as I worked on it. Her Elements of Nature seem to be more flying geese and NY Beauty and it shouldn't be that hard.

The pattern says no paper piecing paper but it has the full patterns. Mine just came with the pattern and I had that recopied at Kinko's and used the original as a map. I couldn't do it without the map.

I could understand her instruction really as her patterns are marked very well and each area of the pattern comes with a separate sheet for placement. I think she makes a very good pattern.