How To Make Mug Rugs

Mug rugs are typically any size between a 4 x 7 and a 12 x 8.

How to make mug rugs. But i liked the idea of making these cat mug rugs that i got from coco s loft. They are known for being able to place your mug on with a tasty treat such as a croissant bagel or cookie. All you need is beginning sewing skills to create these cute cat mug rugs. Easy to follow pattern.

Line up squares right sides together and sew all the way around with a 5 inch seam allowance. They re a great way to polish up on your quilting and sewing skills and learn a new technique or two but they also a creative way to use up scraps and bonus. How to make a quilted mug rug sewing instructions step 1. Join the nsc community to access a huge library of instructional quilting videos.

As mentioned before mug rugs make great gifts too. Trim off any extra threads. You may also want to look at my free pattern for a fun lady bug mug rug. A simple mug rug pattern offers you the solution of avoiding water or liquid stains on your table surfaces.

Before we begin a mug rug is a large coaster perfect for a cup of java and a snack or a glass of wine and some crackers. A project doesn t get any easier than this one. Mug rugs are extra large drink coasters or smaller versions of placemats that hold a cup of tea or coffee with room for a pastry or treat. Then place your favorite mug of bigelow hot tea on your new fabric coaster.

To finish off the mug rug using a 1 4 inch seam sew all the way around making sure to sew over the gap that was used for turning. Determine what size you want your finished mug rug to be and then adjust your measurements accordingly. If you make any mug rugs or have inspiration to share please email me with a photo and i will add them to the end of the post. They re totally gift worthy too.

Measure and cut 2 5 5 by 5 5 pieces of the pre quilted fabric. If you are looking for a nice. You don t even have to be a quilter to make these. This is a great gift.

Plus it s pretty to look at.