Stitch124, Definitely chain piecing is the way to go. I think doing one step over and over is the fastest. I did 3 sets one day, then 2 sets another day (30's swap). I sewed all, ironed all, then cut all, etc. With the batiks, I did the 4-patch for all 6 sets one day. But one batik I didn't like, so I ordered a different fabric. Now I have it, so I will do the 4-patch, then chain piece all the sets, etc. I don't think it matters what you rotate-- just make it so that your end layout is correct.