How To Make Mug Rugs

Line up squares right sides together and sew all the way around with a 5 inch seam allowance.

How to make mug rugs.

Measure and cut 2 5 5 by 5 5 pieces of the pre quilted fabric. 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. Determine what size you want your finished mug rug to be and then adjust your measurements accordingly. Mug rugs are typically any size between a 4 x 7 and a 12 x 8.

All you need is beginning sewing skills to create these cute cat mug rugs. Trim off any extra threads. A project doesn t get any easier than this one. Join the nsc community to access a huge library of instructional quilting videos.

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. Easy to follow pattern. Press again with an iron if necessary. You don t even have to be a quilter to make these.

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

They are known for being able to place your mug on with a tasty treat such as a croissant bagel or cookie. They re totally gift worthy too. This is a great gift. But i liked the idea of making these cat mug rugs that i got from coco s loft.

How to make a quilted mug rug sewing instructions step 1. 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. 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. 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.

The pattern was too big.