i would suggest reading as much of the postings as you can. unless you are like me, and just go for it. wrong side of fabric to wrong side of pattern, and don't forget the 1/4 inch seam between each piece. don't forget to count your order of piecing. l, 2, 3, 4,...... 1/4 inch 'very careful seam'. double check everything before you cut. i ended up cutting off my good block a couple times. and,,,,,,, i do like the careful, exactness of true paper piecing. don't be chicken. nothing ventured, nothing gained.