I too recommend Eileen Wrights books. Since its a method that is different. Take the time to read the method instructions a few times to let the method concept absorb. It took me a bit to get the concept of cutting the strips sets in tubes.. then unsewing a seam to get to the color placement. ... Go slow at first... your speed will increase naturally as you gain confidence in the method. They really are not hard ... just a different method. Fabric selection and placement in the strip sets is the critical part.