Tree Of Life Clue #1 From Cotton Cuts Puzzle Mystery Quilt

Spring 2024 PMQ - “Tree of Life”: www.cottoncuts.com/get-started
It is super easy to get started with the PMQ. All you need to do is select a color way that strikes your fancy, select a finished quilt size, set up how you would like to pay and you're all set! They have limited quantities of each color available and will flag when we are getting short on certain colors. Also, if giving as a gift, please select the color wheel your quilter will like to ensure they reserve the fabric for them. The “Small” size project will finish 48”x60” and will cost $19.50 per month. The “Large” size project will finish 72”x72” and will cost $29.50 per month. Or you can prepay up front and receive all the pieces by mail with the instructions sent to you by email. The small cost $192.50 when prepaying and the large is $295.00.
PMQ FAQ Document: www.cottoncuts.com/faq-pmq
Cotton Cuts Help: www.cottoncuts.com/pmq-support/
0:00 - Intro and fabric pieces
12:09 - Step 1 of Section 1A
13:42 - Step 2 of Section 1A
14:28 - Step 3 of Section 1A
15:32 - Step 4 of Section 1A
16:34 - Step 5 of Section 1A
17:36 - Step 6 of Section 1A
18:29 - Step 7 of Section 1A
10:07 - Step 1 of Section 2A
21:21 - Step 2 of Section 2A
22:07 - Step 3 of Section 2A
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[@MapleStitch]

This is my first quilt project. I was assembling clue 1 tonight and my alignment was off on step 2. I left it wonky since it wasn’t super obvious unless you really looked at it but and I knew it was there so it bothered me that it wasn’t perfect. You Made me smile when you said “Finished is always better than perfect”. Thank you Ian! 😊

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Are so welcome. So glad I could cheer you up about it.

[@sevenandthelittlestmew]

I’ve made a quilt where one of the half-square triangles in the middle of the quilt was flipped. I didn’t notice until I’d finished, quilted and bound the darned thing! 😂 It didn’t matter. Still was a cute baby quilt, and was a perfect gift for my friend’s second baby. It was made for the kids to sit on while playing in the living room, so it was just perfect for that!

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

@sevenandthelittlestmew It happens!

[@mariejohns1387]

Dang Ian when you put it like that it’s as bad as having a baby lol !! I like the Fabric!! Its fun and bright. Becca done good

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

😂😂😂 I’m loving this fabric too!

[@CottonCutsClub]

Thanks so much for sharing! We can't wait to see your quilt come to life!

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Me too!

[@lynnessewimperfect825]

Hi Ian, I'm Lynne. I've never done a PMQ before so I'm hoping to be okay with it. I chose the Purple Mist colorway in the small size. I'll be looking forward to your videos. I love the opening video of the tree against the night sky. Many thanks. ~~ Lynne

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Thank you! I’m so excited to hear this is your first PMQ. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

[@constanceklagge]

I really wish they would release the patterns after the mystery quilts are completed. I so wanted to do this one but current financial situation is not an option. I will still be following you on this one.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

I wish they would as well. There are a few I’d like to make again.

[@barbaraking9033]

I can’t wait to receive mine. Thanks for the pressing tips.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Glad I could help!!

[@lorraineyoung5119]

Those colors are great. Thank you for this video. I can't wait to get my kit

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

You are so welcome!

[@sharontuch3405]

I’m doing Serenity as soon as my box comes. I ordered all at one time. Will be seeing with you I guess on court # 2 Last time I did a CC was when I was Team Twister a few years back !

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Oh wow! It’s been a while since our fabrics matched huh?

[@QuiltyNana]

First time doing the PMQ and so happy to have a video to see as a guide. I chose Tranquil in the large block and it just arrived today. I have a feeling the name doesn't always correspond to the quilt designs though after seeing some. I'm sure it will be great anyway but I was going for an actual Tree of Life ....tree type quilt. 😂 Surprise is on me, we shall see.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Glad you liked my video. You’re right! The name of the quilt doesn’t always indicate what it’s gonna look like but a lot of times the colorways fit a color scheme. It’s a lot of fun though, because you never know exactly what it’s gonna look like, and it’s always such a surprise at the end. I absolutely love it!

[@QuiltyNana]

@@OffKilterCrafterIan Thank you and please don't get me wrong, I'm still very happy and excited. My colors are beautiful and I will love it ! As a first timer I actually think they made it way too easy. All precut pieces and great instructions. 🤓

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

@QuiltyNana So glad you enjoyed working on this clue. Cotton Cuts makes it SOOOO easy and I love that. I don’t have to spend time with that pesky cutting and having to recut a piece 5 times because I keep cutting it too short. 😂

[@btamwen]

Thanks, Ian! I can’t wait to get my 1st clue.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

You’re going to have fun!

[@kathydarla7575]

I can't wait to get my fabrics. I got the clue in the email. Since CC doesn't often carry my fabric favorites, I am trying something new. So very excited!

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Sometimes it can be really fun to try something new.

[@catcy90]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This helped me so much! Still ended up with a couple Jacked up seams, but it could have been much worse.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Glad it helped!

[@sewbeitquilts]

Beautiful fabric! Very thorough walk through of all the steps! Well done!

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Thank you!! Glad you liked the video breakdown of the steps.

[@livingweirdestherc6644]

Awesome work Ian

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Thank you!

[@carlabattle8301]

I'm waiting on my first clue. Can't wait.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

I hope it comes soon!!

[@nancyguss6739]

I got mine today, small redwood

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Woohoo!

[@ronniayala2056]

Thank you so much for your tutorials. They are always so helpful and easy To follow.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Glad you like them!

[@lindseyendris7713]

I love the fabric. It's so pretty. I'm still waiting on my clue to arrive and then I'll be sewing up a large clue as well.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Sweet! I think you are going to love it.

[@cbernier6967]

This is my 1st mystery puzzle…so glad I connected, you are awesome 👏🏼 👏🏼👏🏼🎉🎉🎉

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Thank you so much! 🥰 I hope you enjoy working on it.

[@tink5265]

Waiting for my large Redwood to arrive, should be here by 2/9! Whilst waiting, I am studying your video and enjoying your commentary while drinking tea and practicing patience. Your channel is fun, Ian .

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Thank you so much for the compliments! I’m so glad to hear that you enjoy my channel and my videos. It won’t be much longer till your clues arrive!

[@tink5265]

@@OffKilterCrafterIana first for me: made this clue without having to use my seam ripper! Think it’s because I watched your video a few times whilst waiting for my box to arrive. Am in love with the fabric choices for Tree of Life. Did you get pens in your box as well? cotton Cuts is so generous. Cheers!

[@beckybramlett3515]

Looking forward to seeing what the clues make !!❤

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Awesome! That’s so exciting!

[@catherinesofikitis179]

Looking forward to sewing this with you Ian

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Awesome! Glad we will be doing this together.

[@peggyblanchard5167]

The month will be over before i get my fabric lol

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Oh no! I hope you get your clue soon!

[@nancyguss6739]

Love these colors

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Me too!

[@Sylvia907]

Great shirt

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Thank you!

[@sevenandthelittlestmew]

The small quilt clues are different from the large quilt (just an fyi). Also, any helpful ideas on storage/organization of the clues would be helpful. Do some of you just fold them up and put them in their original bags? Do you have a binder where you put them in clear plastic page protectors? Design board? What are people’s favorite ideas for keeping each clue labeled and organized? Chime in and let me know - this is my first PMQ! I don’t use facebook or I’d ask there, so any helpful tips you all have would be great. 😊

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

You are correct, large and small clues do look different. I put my clues in a 12x12 craft storage box. Fits everything nicely.

[@dpmcdougall]

Hey Ian, just got my first clue the other day. I'm only doing the small one. I got different color thread than you and I'm doing the same colorway, Radiance. I'm also not really sure what to use the thread for. I typically piece with aurifil 2600, which was the large spool. Anyway, thats a little longwinded... 😆 🤣 😂 thoughts on the thread? Loved the video. ❤ this is my first mystery quilt. Only been quilting since December. 🦄🙂

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Some people use the thread for other projects, while others use the thread to quilt their quilt. Totally up to you and you can do whatever you want to with it. I plan on using the thread for other projects.

[@dpmcdougall]

Thank you!

[@junehanson7865]

Love your fabrics n great job 😊

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Thank you! I love these fabrics too.

[@colettesorrells9015]

❤

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

❤️

[@patsysweat8536]

Can you get an oops kit later? I didn’t get one. I also need to get the border kit.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Email [e-mail] and let them know.

[@susanmcc6131]

First time doing CottonCut Mystery and my 1st clue is different from yours. Is it because I am doing a small quilt and yours is large?

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Yes, the large and small clues are different.

[@awkwardquilterGA]

My first PMQ.....

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Welcome! Be careful! You’re going to get addicted! 😁

[@catecoleman9852]

Do they use accuquilt to cut the pieces or is it handcut? Do you ever get a piece that doesnt fit/wasnt cut correctly?

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

They use an Accuquilt and so far I have not received a piece that didn’t fit. If you ever have a problem, though, reach out to them at [e-mail].

[@martibrown2993]

Contacted Cotton cuts as was sent incorrect colorway and no oops kit. All wrong so disappointed!

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Very sorry to hear that.

[@teresaallen4933]

I have not received my box yet.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Hopefully it will come soon.

[@PattyGratton]

Step 2 does not seem to fit.

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Hey Patty, I replied to your email.

[@janbriggs2546]

Would be more helpful to actually see you sew!

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

Sorry to hear you were disappointed with my video.

[@denisefromlouisiana1179]

I don’t think Jan meant to say she didn’t like the video she just wanted to watch you actually sew it. It would be nice to do a sew along with you

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

I wish I had the time to record a full length sewing video and then a shorter step-by-step video. Maybe someday I will win the lottery and could do that! 😄

[@karenwerts2331]

[@OffKilterCrafterIan]

❤️