Explore the enchanting, intricate patterns that have made author Lydia Cheney the "Kaleidoscope Queen"! Learn Lydia Cheney's techniques which use fussy cuts to create the perfect motifs to piece together into blocks full of optical delights - For English Paper Piecing enthusiasts , both seasoned and new, to learn the best way to position templates, how to position identical fussy cut units around a center point to build kaleidoscope blocks, and more - Basic EPP techniques are thoroughly reviewed including stitches, basting options, making vs. purchasing templates, fussy cutting, and building blocks - Helpful overviews for required materials and tools and fabric and pattern selection - Small projects for beginners include: Hexagon Pincushion - Jeweled Star Pillow - Aurora Quilt - Sarafina Quilt Author Lydia Cheney is known as the "Kaleidoscope Queen" for her stunning and clever use of pattern and color. A master of EPP, having overcome dyslexia to master her kaleidoscope methods, Cheney has built an intuitive way for students to digest these notoriously challenging patterns. Inside Pieced Kaleidoscope Quilt Blocks , you'll find enchanting and colorful patterns for your quilts while you learn how to assemble intricate designs through the art of English Paper Piecing (EPP). Whether you're a seasoned or a novice quilter, you'll find that the step-by-step guidance within will help you refine your fussy-cutting skills and confidently create kaleidoscope blocks like you've been at it for years. Or go beyond the "scope" of the theme to craft different motifs, including animals, hearts, and feathers. In no time, you'll be quilting for small accent pieces like pillows or even building more ambitious, fully formed quilts. Join Cheney as she teaches the distinctive approach that's earned her acclaim and learn how to capture the quirks and the visually stimulating wonders of the English Paper Piecing technique, with Pieced Kaleidoscope Quilt Blocks ! Create Stunning Geometric Designs with the Art of English Paper Piecing Welcome to the beautiful world of kaleidoscope quilts! Pieced kaleidoscope quilts use repeated and mirrored fabric prints to create precise geometric patterns. In Pieced Kaleidoscope Quilt Blocks , Lydia Cheney introduces the basics of designing and assembling these quilt blocks using English Paper Piecing (EPP). Lydia is a long-time quilter, sewist, knitter, and teacher. Her EPP designs have reached thousands online, and this is the first time she's made her patterns available in print! Inside, Lydia provides you with essential tools for EPP and guides you through picking the perfect fabric for your project. She also covers EPP basics, going over templates, fussy cutting, basting, and more. When you're ready to practice what you've learned, there are four projects for various skill levels: Hexagon Pincushion, Jeweled Star Pillow, Aurora Quilt, and Sarafina Quilt. Each project is designed to help you gain technical skills and inspire you to making your own kaleidoscope patterns! Throughout the book, you'll also find helpful tips from Lydia to keep the process smooth and easy. There's no better time than now to start your pieced kaleidoscope quilting journey! INSIDE YOU'LL FIND: A brief history of kaleidoscope quilting and English Paper Piecing - Basic tutorials for English Paper Piecing, including fussy cutting, basting, stitching, and troubleshooting - 4 quilted projects with step-by-step instructions and alternative block variations - Basic tutorials for finishing, including backing, making a quilt sandwich, and binding - Full-size project templates in the back of the book "This book is detailed and easy to understand with step-by-step instructions for time-honored paper piecing techniques, used to make beautiful quilts using hexagons. Beginner to expert quilters will find this book both practical and inspirational." — Jean Ann Wright, author of Pineapple Play Quilts & Projects and Roll with the Classics Lydia Cheney is an experienced designer and maker, known for her handcrafted creations showcased on her Etsy shop, Lydia Cheney Design Studio. A passionate sewer, quilter, knitter, and teacher, Lydia has been crafting since age 11 and now designs and drafts her own patterns across multiple needlecrafts. Each item in her shop is meticulously handmade, reflecting her love for beautiful, high-quality craftsmanship. Lydia's studio is a creative haven where she brings her artistic vision to life, offering a range of unique, finished pieces. Her work embodies her dedication to sharing the art of needlecraft.