She usually starts the discussion for her mystery quilt in October so you have plenty of time to get your fabrics together. The first week of piecing instructions is usually around Thanksgiving. I know this because I am always frustrated that I have a house full of company for Thanksgiving Holidays and what I really want to do is go lock myself in my sewing room for the entire long weekend and begin my mystery quilt! I always end up starting it a few days after everyone else.