Every step of the way, the author is a reassuring presence. Still a great book, but not as advertised. This book is fantastic.

Each square teaches you a new technique. In this way the reader masters every aspect of what is being taught seamlessly. Great for the beginner and the pro. This book approaches skill-learning in a unique and interesting way.

Soldering is a challenge for all of us, and kate takes the challenge head on. Kate is a great instructor who builds your skills systematically. She is an amazing, skilled teacher and artisan.

This is where the sampler you created in part one really shows its stuff. The projects start out as sample tiles where you learn the basics before messing up your more expensive finishing metals. The author encourages you to make a series of sample ti...  Read More

Blades are cheap--not, piercing requires keeping the blade/saw in one place and moving the metal to it.