trying to absorb all the different replies, so I may repeat someone:
I like the list of yardage amounts to indicate which place on the actual
quilt picture that fabric is.
Too many time I see a pattern with a beautiful picture, go to the
Fabric Requirements list and puzzle over, is mauve "this" piece in this block,
or is it this border fabric in the picture?
If you think what I just said is confusing, I have proven my point.
A little square with the color of the fabric on the quilt is awesome!
I am very visual, I like to follow steps in order and not jump around
(or back), as I get easily confused that way.
I like pictures showing all the pieces in the rows they should be done in, and nesting the seam, YES, - this takes the guesswork and frustration out of putting it together.
You go right to pressing and know your getting it right.
Tell me if it's a beginner, intermediate or advanced pattern, and
quilting diagrams are always welcome, but not a must.