It would be good to number it too--just to make sure none are missed.

Ha, I'm her neighbor too! Maybe we can sneak over together:>

you're on. we can make a quick lqs stop on the way. ha-ha

sorry, i just realized this is the tut and comments should be in the other thread. will be better behaved in the future, mysi.

OK just saw the new link for the cutting and clues here it is
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-83275-1.htm

How large is large for floral print?

Missy gave us a "free" hint from the beginning that your focus fabric will be cut into 12.5'', so whatever will look good cut into that size will work, it doesn't have to be floral.

Yup, yup! :)
Missy

Mysi:

I don't see a place where you tell which pieces should be light or dark, and I didn't see we needed a large print.

Can I have another h int?

I have several fabrics that would go with that print. I made a quilt top that was supposed to be orange, but it all came out sort of peachy with some splashes of orange and yellow. I'm sure you will find lots of things to go with this beautiful fabric.

Where did you discover we needed a large floral print. I can't find any clues to choosing fabric.

Gwyn, look at this thread here http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-81693-17.htm Page 8, Missy posted some hints for choosing your fabrics.

The size of the focus fabric pcs are 12 1/2 x 12 1/2 and I think that is the one lots are using large florals for since they would fit. You don't need a floral thats just what alot are using

Hi! Info is here...
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-81693-17.htm#2066847

Wow! Love the response! LOL I've pm'd everyone that sent me a message back, but if you haven't done it send me your email address and I'll get you the fabric requirements out. We will start it in late Dec, and it will be one 'clue' every week until it's done! I look forward to seeing different views! Hint: Pick a big print focus. This one is great for that purpose. Then pick the colors from that to augment the rest of the quilt.. Hope this helps. If you have any questions feel free to PM me!

This is on the Calling all Mystery Quilters page ...Missy's post, instead of emails she is posting the info now.

I need some help I think and am open to suggestions.
I am going to try and put a picture of the material I have picked out for the mystery quilt. Please help me. I have not bought any but would be willing to purchase some if someone has a suggestion. Or at least I will see if I can find some.
I am not sure how to post the picture but will try

I could not figuar it out so put it in the picture section.
Sorry but I know with the holidays coming so quick maybe noone will have time to look and give me advice. Thank you all so much

here it is (GrandmK's pictures)

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-83870-1.htm

I wnt to know how to bookmark a website. I'm kind of computor challenged.
Penny

Will pillow panels work for the 12 1/2 inch squares?

go to the page you want to bookmark and at the top left of the board page there is a tab that says "bookmark" click on that and it will come up with a space for you to "nickname" the page (optional) and then there is a button next to that one that asks if you want the bookmarked page to be public (anyone can see youve bookmarked it) or private(only you will see it) click save and you're done

Thanks Lots. I got it done
Penny

Gwyn,
Uhhh no hints or clues until after Christmas!There really is no light/dark. I just has to go with your focus print.

Missy

Yes Tabbysmom, panels will work for the 12 1/2 inch squares. :) Good use for them too if you have a few.

Missy

Penny, go to the top of this thread and pick bookmark.. that way it'll get it so you can see it when you want.

Missy

Thanks Shortn'Sweet! I'm glad I read this first instead of just posting the link! WTG! ;)

Missy

Thanks so much to replied to my problemof bookmarking. I figured it out with all the great help I got. Again thanks to one and all. Have a blessed day and more blessed Christmas.
Penny

I dont have any large prints for a focus in my stash I think this will be a good opportunity to try ordering something from one of the online fabric stores :) Hmm thinking running horses maybe... :P

Oohhh with cremes, a black, some greens browns...AWESOME!! Love the idea.. :)Maybe a small print cowboyish things?

Missy

Will you send out emails with all the clues?

Actually I can't send out emails w/ the clues I have so many people playing I would be sending emails out .. still!! You can look at my blog.. and I will also be putting them up here too.. I'll let you know along w/ the link.. mysimystery.wordpress.com is where you will find the fabric req's and the cutting list.Also, on the first entry of this one, along with the 16 Dec 2010 Mysi's Mystery the 1st page there also!.. so there are plenty of places to find these links. :)

Missy

please excuse my silly questions. I am very new to quilting and am learning the terminology etc.
On the cutting instructions. it says say cut 2 strips of 2 1/2 x 4 1/2 then it says total of 16 pcs. how can you have 16 peices if you only cut 2 strips? already confused and we havent even started yet.

JoAnn,
When you cut the strips, you are cutting them selvage to selvage across the width of the fabric...this should be around 42'' give or take. For this particular example you mentioned, you'll cut two of these strips 2.5'' wide. Then you cut these strips into 4.5'' wide pieces, you should be able to get 8 pieces that are 2.5x4.5'' per strip and 16 from the two strips. Does this make sense?

You'll be fine... Cut 2 strips of Color 1. Subcut them into 2 1/2 x 4 1/2 rectangles to get 16 pieces. Don't worry we are learning, right? I knew I'd have questions. HUGS!

Missy

JoAnn,
When you cut the strips, you are cutting them selvage to selvage across the width of the fabric...this should be around 42'' give or take. For this particular example you mentioned, you'll cut two of these strips 2.5'' wide. Then you cut these strips into 4.5'' wide pieces, you should be able to get 8 pieces that are 2.5x4.5'' per strip and 16 from the two strips. Does this make sense?[/quote]

Candi, thank you for that explaination. that really helped.

Thanks!

i'll keep this bookmark to join the fun too,please let me know of your up coming tutorials,when will you be posting new updates

Last night I went shopping for my fabric, I don't have a stash yet. My son helped me pick out some of the colors. I think because it is for me I am having a hard time with where to have the each color. Suggestions will be welcome.

These fabrics will look great together.

OK Mom.. here we go..
Bkg- White
Color1-Dk blue
Color2-burgandy
Color3-green
color 4 light blue
accent-dk pink
2nd accent-light pink
inner border- orange
Focus- floral

Thanks for the help, I can't wait to get started!!! When are we going to get working?