Has anyone made a mug bucket? Are they difficult? Are there any free patterns out there? I haven't found any. The only ones I have found you have to pay for. I found the mug buckets at Black & Decker outlet for $2.99 and was tempted to buy one and take it apart because I figured it was cheaper than buying a pattern. Figured you just measured the mug but wasn't sure about the loops on the outside. Are they tapered? Closed at the bottom? Any help is appreciated. Thanks!