Cost of the class is $40. That would need to be paid before you start the class, but you can start at any time.Lessons will begin to be posted on August 15th, but if you need more time to get the money together for the kit and class, you can really start at any time. Lessons will stay posted for 8 weeks, then I will email you the E book, so you can work at your own pace, and you can start at any time. The price of the kit is $10 off retial price. I may have a few left, or you can buy one from dollsbysandie or by Cathy directly.