Sometimes i have pieced lengths of scraps to have a length to cover the size i have chosen. There is no set size for a mug rug, i just go with whatever size paper and fabric strips i have. Ill be quilting mine and putting binding on for a mug rug, do you think gregg needs one. Learn how to finish up your cute and decorative new rug mug pattern when you watch this how to seam bind a mug rug tutorial video. The technique used in this video can be great for using for other projects you may work on in the future as well. You will also find illustrated instructions on binding methods and a. No binding, quilting is optional and there are multiple sizes from a 3 to a 16. Looking for simple no binding mug rug pattern page 2. Luscious lemon mug rugs embroidery project by pat williams. Who knows, you might even have time to make another mug rug in the time it would have taken to add real binding. I want to make a bunch of them for a retreat and dont have a lot of time.
The book teaches you how to build several different quilt blocks. Fantastic 100 sewing hacks tips are offered on our internet site. Here is a quick tutorial on how to make mug rugs without binding. It would be enough space for the base of the morning coffee mug, and one or two cookies or one of the favorite pumpkin muffins. Make this bold black and white mug rug pattern as a modern accent for a side table or coffee table. It will result in a flatter binding edge which is nice for this project. It seems everyone is always looking for a quick little project to stitch up. The top two blocks are from the farmers wife book i gave up that project. If you want to buy the irish mug rugs or are just interested, check out our website. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about mug rugs. The wonky piecing makes this mug rug quick and easy to put together, so get started today.
I happened to have an old telephone book and the pages are perfect for strip piecing. Challenge 17 for crazy quilty march challenge 17 we are all a little irish. One strip the width of the fabric should be enough for the binding. Smaller than a placemat but larger than a coaster, mug rugs are the perfect size for your cup and a cookie or two. This cute mug rug pattern is simple to sew and makes a perfect little spot for. Goodness that is a lot of different sizes to choose from. Sunflowers mug rugs to table mats honeybee fabrics. Easy christmas mug rug tutorial beyond sock monkeys my. No binding because it takes so freaking long to make, plus my machine has some really cool stitches i wanted to try. It was much easier than i thought and ill definitely be visiting the design again. Quilting make everyone you know a mug rug and personalize each one by changing the color of the scarves. Theyre 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. I cheated and did this with the sewing machine instead because im lazyand it was getting late. Use your orphan quilt blocks to make quick quilted gifts for friends and family.
Mug rug inspiration and free gift tag resliced by jordan. I am so very excited to let you know that i have a brand new pattern all ready to go. We sewed the binding onto the back of the mug rug as the plan was to flip the binding to the front to sew it down. Make a cup of tea, grab a heart cookie, relax and enjoy that extra time saved. Easy quilted string mug rug tutorial freemotion by the river. This time i tried a singlefold binding, and i think it fits the petite nature of these mini quilts. Because im crazy about you, i want to give you a little present its called the gift of time. Now i know last week after trying a mug rug with no binding, i said i was going. After youve adding binding to the bottom and the top of the long sides, trim the excess binding so that it is flush with the mug rug. I use a ruler and a rotary cutter on a cutting mat to make sure i. Step 17 fold the binding over the raw edge of the quilted pieces and whipstitch or slipstitch the edge of the binding to the back of the mug rug. The 2 layers give it a little more heft to stand up to a cup, my preference.
Christmas at the cabin mug rug bonus instructions in pattern cute mug mats from janelle wind quilt cute mug rugs and also pattern for square for table etc. Make this easy binding mug rug for your next homemade gift ideas click to tweet. Her friend gretchen designed it and its super cute. Quilt pattern books learn to make quilted mug rugs. The pinwheel design caught my eye so i figured id give it a try for a mug rug. Here are twentytwo different designs for you to makeall using simple quilting and applique techniques. When i was creating this tutorial, i made a test mug rug without any embellishments and. I have a tutorial for singlefold binding and more at mug rug binding tips.
I named it the christmas pocket mug rug and it makes. Scrappy mug rug tutorial after recently organizing my sewing room, i came across some fabric scraps from a quilt that my mom made for me a few years ago. Stitch up our flower basket mug rug and quilt it in the hoopthen head out to work in the garden with a cup of tea or maybe, just take a book instead. These are appliqued and quilted in the hoop, the binding added at your sewing machine. Mug mat mug rug coaster whatever you call it, its a very simple paperpieced project with no binding. In the past, ive used traditional binding techniques with 2 14. The escape hatch is a technique i learned at in a free e book. An easy sewing tips on how to make a mug rug with the easy binding tutorial using the backside of the fabric. Quilt as you go mug rug tutorial with applique the. Easy peasy binding for a mug rug happy valentines day. I made up this little block that my friend jane davidson designed for our splendid sampler book. Note the inside edge of the left side of the foot is lined up along the edge of the binding. No binding coasters quilted coasters, quilted gifts. I just scored a slew of books at the library yay for library book sales.
I messed up the front of my mug rug a little bit by. The acufeed flex system worked like a dream and i am pretty buzzed with my mug rug and the janome hp2 foot which did a great job for me. A short, yet detailed, video by amelie scott designs for how to bind a mug rug or other small quilt project. Our pansy basket mug rug is embroidered and completely quilted in onehooping then follow our easy self binding instructions and youll be snacking in no time. Something for everyone even the guys 24 center options from. Julie love, designer with stitches of love, shares two different ways to finish off the binding on a mug rug. The 2 layers give it a little more heft to stand up to a cup, my. Quilt pattern books now you can create a personalized mug rug of your choosingits as easy as 1, 2, 3. Buttonsandbutterflies mug rug tag in my research i found this fabulous printed inclusion that heidi of buttons and butterflies shared for when she gifts mug rugs. She has had many designs published in quilting books and has authored three previous books. Pdf immediate download quilt pattern last minute mug mat extravaganza mug mat mug rug coaster whatever you call it, its a very simple paperpieced project with no binding.
Made without binding, because mug rugs should be as much fun to. Crazy quilt heart mug rug tutorial freemotion by the river. Quilt as you go 212 strip mug mat all the trimmings. Gift for sloths lovers, notepad 6x9 110 pages, composition book college wide ruled. Single binding tutorial quilting those smaller items mini quilts, mug rugs, coasters, placemats etc is tricky. The scraps were plentiful enough that i decided to make a few matching mug rugs for the side tables in my living room. At the same time, i wanted to make a really neat finish on small projects like mug rugs and table runners and hot pads.
I recommend you take the time to do it by hand, especially if you are giving this as a gift. Maybe you need a gift in a hurry, or maybe you just have a free afternoon and want a project you can finish up in a couple of. The wonky stripes black and white mug rug is a simple way to use up your neutral scraps, and the design and coloring is subtle enough to blend with the rest of your decor. Sunflowers mug rug and table mat patterns by needlesongs. Heres a tutorial on one way that i make my mug rugs. Plus, it is such an easy technique to master, and it comes with a sewing video tutorial to help you visualize what you need to do. Finish your binding by machine using this tutorial. How to finish mug rug binding by hand or machine youtube. I have found tons of simple free mug rug patterns, but i cant find one that i dont need to put a binding on. Svg and fcm files are available for your electronic covers or use the stitch and trim method. Book club mug rugs craftsy mug rugs, mug rug patterns. There are designs for just about any holiday, from. Fold your back fabric edge to the edge of the rug, and then over again to make the binding.
Machine stitch the fake binding down on all four sides, being sure to catch the corners. Double bindings are too chunky and sewing them on by machine l doesnt seem to work out the same on these little things. I have a new holiday mug rug pattern available and its my first pattern ever that im selling on craftsy. The easy construction requires no binding or quilting, although quilting can be added if desired. Pin the binding in place and take it to your sewing machine.
But, a little here and a little there adds up, right. Create potholders, mug rugs or several sizes of table mats from two circles and a simple petal shape. This epattern was originally published in the quilters world special publication quilting for the holidays. I always think it is fun to see the back of a quilted piece. Easy mug rug tutorial mug rug no binding necessary original design.
If you love quilting or working with fabric scraps, its time to familiarize yourself with the mug rug. Without further ado, here is christmas at the cabin. For the no binding method, layer your top on 2 pieces of batting with no backing. Just think of all the options youll have when you allow your creative juices to flow. A fast and simple mug rug that requires no binding yet has an interesting look with the staggered seams and different sized rectangles.