Review   Going to Pieces - January 1, 2008
"I'd highly recommend "Piecing the Piece O'Cake Way" by Becky Goldsmith and Linda Jenkins. This attractive book covers the basics (color and value, tools, to pin or not to pin, chain piecing, fussy cutting, and a lot more) and it does so in the context of 27 different quilts. The quilts themselves are illustrated with terrific instructional photos and diagrams, as well as gorgeous photos of the quilt projects. The quilts were obviously designed to appeal to a variety of tastes, as well. Another strong point of this book is the common sense and humor of experienced quilt teachers Goldsmith and Jenkins. They give clear advice on matters such as what to do if your blocks don't match and how to handle getting overwhelmed when you're fabric shopping. If you or your beginner friend want to start off with piecing, this book would be a great start."

Review   Sirreadalot.org - January 25, 2008
"The skills Becky Goldsmith and Linda Jenkins of Piece O' Cake Designs present are built upon one another, chapter by chapter... They suggest that new quilters master the new techniques presented in each chapter on the smaller quilts in the book. The final chapter, Make Any Quilt Any Size, helps readers enlarge both the projects in the book and other quilt projects.

Goldsmith and Jenkins also suggest keeping a quilt journal. Quilters should make notes about the quilt: its name, the sizes of the blocks, special techniques, and so on. They can add snippets of the fabric they use and keep a photograph of the finished quilt. If they give the quilt as a gift, they should write down the date, name, and address of the recipient. Later, after they have made many quilts, they wll be glad they took the time to record the edetails.

Piecing teachers can use the book to teach each of the quilts as a stand-alone class. Chinese Coin blocks are an excellent choice for beginners. The authors recommend focusing on accuracy in both cutting and sewing. Students can finish this quilt quickly, and that is important for beginners. The joy that comes from that first finished quilt propels beginners to make that second quilt. For more advanced students, blocks iwth curves (Drunkard's Path) or diamonds (Diamond Stars) are recommended choices.'

Review   American Quilt Retailer - March 1, 2008
"Our cover quilt, "Playful Pinwheels," made by Becky Goldsmith and machine quilted by Mary Covey, is one of 15 refreshing-looking quilts in Becky Goldsmith's and Linda Jenkins' Piecing the Piece O'Cake Way. Becky and Linda want to teach piecing basics that will equip any student to tackle any quilt. Piecing the Piece O' Cake Way should become your new "beginning quilt" book standard. C&T even offers a lesson plan to help you teach and sell this book. It's one of the best "how-to" books I've seen in a long time with up-to-date graphics, layout and colors that will appeal to all age groups."

Review   American Patchwork & Quilting - June 1, 2008
"After a 15-year, long-distance partnership that's generated 23 books, well over 200 patterns, and eight fabric collections, Piece O' Cake Design team Becky Goldsmith and Linda Jenkins (pieceocake.com) have dipped back into the basics. 'We're always busy designing new and exciting pieced and appliqued quilts,' says Becky. 'Now we want to inspire beginners.' Check out Piecing the Piece O' Cake Way for beginner projects and tips on easy piecing."

Review   Fabrications - May 1, 2008
"Piece O' Cake designs are hugely popular with quilters and Becky & Linda have brought us another 15 bold and beautiful pieced quilts. (This is one of those books from which I would love to make every project. I feel another box being needed to build up another stash for them -- I already have 4 -- but don't tell everyone!) Becky & Linda show you how to use fabric, colour and contrast to complete several completely different looks from one pattern. There are many simple designs to suit beginners and sophisticated curved designs are ideal for the more experienced quilter. Each quilt includes clear and concise instructions and diagrams, and a beginner's guide includes all the quilting basics and some handy hints and tips. Thumbs up from everyone here at Fabrications, so much so, I have hidden the review copy to stop it being drooled over any more!"

Review   New Zealand Quilter - April 1, 2008
"Following on from Piece O' Cake's excellent text on basic applique, Becky Goldsmith and Linda Jenkins' latest book is Piecing the Piece O' Cake Way. Spiral bound for ease of use, this is a well-illustrated beginner's book with comprehensive instructions and 15 projects to practice your skills."

Review By: Anita Murphy,   Quilts - July 1, 2008
“True to form, Becky and Linda have written a book for both new and experienced quilters to read and learn from-and since its spiral-bound, it can lay flat or stand up easily! It's a piecing primer with 15 skill-building projects inside. One of the book's highlights is the authors' examples of how the right choice of fabric colors can make your quilt really sing, and the importance of contrast and value. They also discuss using the right tools and threads for your project, and the way to square your quilt blocks and set them on point. You simply can't go wrong with their complete outlines. This book answers any questions you might have, and is a true quilting encyclopedia.”

Review By: Joli Sayasane,   Quilters Newsletter - September 1, 2008
“Have you jumped into quilting without learning fundamental skills? Sure, going back to the beginning may sound boring but it is essential to getting good results. With so many new tools and improved methods, it's easy to overlook what was once common knowledge. The authors discuss color, contrast, techniques, and piecing. Learn to make quilts from strips, squares, triangles, and diamonds. Fifteen quilt projects, as well as chapters on hand and machine quilting and calculating yardage, make this a book you will refer to again and again.”

Review   Quiltmaker - September 1, 2008
“Its all said and done…in this back-to-the basics resource treasures from Becky Goldsmith and Linda Jenkins. There's a lot of quilting information out there today, so much that the fundamentals can be lost. Piece the Piece O' Cake way puts everything you need to know at your fingertips. Highly recommended as a text for beginners, with many skill-building projects and quilt patterns included. A must-have edition.”

Review By: Joli Sayasane,   Quilters Newsletter - September 1, 2008
“Have you jumped into quilting without learning fundamental skills? Sure, going back to the beginning may sound boring, but it is essential to getting good results. With so many new tools and improved methods, it's easy to overlook what was once common knowledge. The authors discuss color, contrast, techniques, and piecing. Learn to make quilts from strips, squares, triangles, and diamonds. Fifteen quilt projects, as well as chapters on hand machine quilting and calculating yardage, make this a book you will refer to again and again.”