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Mug Rugs?
My church guild is doing a mug rug exchange. I have havent made one yet . I need patterns. Any idea?
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You don't need any pattern. Just find any block that works great with your fabric. That is what I do. You can check out Craftsywebsite for some free patterns.
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I go to Quilters Cache and look at the 6" (or bigger) blocks.
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What size(s) are mug rugs? Can you tell I haven't made any yet?
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I made these one year. Got the verses from Block Party Studio. A place to set your mug and a treat.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/attachm...d=494890&stc=1 |
I think they are 5 by 7 but I make my any size I want
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Some people make them coaster size, some make them as big as placemats. If you are participating in an exchange check with them to see the size range they are expecting. Some people make them rectangular to hold a cup and spoon, they are an opportunity to be creative on a small scale
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Hundreds of examples and lots of patterns can be found on the web, using google or yahoo. They run from very artsy and complex to cute and quick. However, I would suggest you talk to the person in charge of the exchange to see if there are any rules about size, theme or style. I've seen many that are so pretty I'd consider a mini art project that would never get a splash of coffee! I was first inspired by some I saw on this quilting board!
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If you are on pintrest. Go there and search mug rug. Lots of pics and it'll direct you to sites.
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I just started making mug rugs this year and boy are they fun to make. Let your imagination run wild, almost anything will work. I've done paper piece, hexies and fussy cut. I try to make them about 5 x 7 but a few ended up a little bigger but not much. They really a fun to make.
And luana, I really love the ones you made. So cute!! |
There have been several mug rug exchanges here on the board, too. Just type 'mug rug' into the search box and see what comes up. Read through the threads...and mostly near the end where everyone starts sharing pics of what they created or received. Some very talented folks in this group!
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I made both my mother's 2 surviving sisters a set of 4. One with Dresden plates and another with a fan. They were the finished size of 6x9. I attached a pocket to each one with a wrapped cookie in the pocket and a napkin. I got the napkins at an estate sale. Happened to be the colors and inspiration for the mug rugs. The one has 3 daughters and the other has one daughter and 2 daughters-in-law. They all loved them. Then one of my cousins asked if I would make some for a shower for each guest as a favor. NOPE! Told them they couldn't afford it.
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Love!!! :)
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Originally Posted by skothing
(Post 6923768)
My church guild is doing a mug rug exchange. I have havent made one yet . I need patterns. Any idea?
Thanks :eek: Just rugs, no mugs? If you have a mug, too, determine color and design to match the mug. |
Originally Posted by ManiacQuilter2
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You don't need any pattern. Just find any block that works great with your fabric. That is what I do. You can check out Craftsywebsite for some free patterns.
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I think the idea of checking for what the approximate size range that is wanted would be good.
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Just joined the Holiday Mug Rug swap and came here for inspiration and ideas. Such a talented bunch of quilters!
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Originally Posted by quiltingbuddy
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What size(s) are mug rugs? Can you tell I haven't made any yet?
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I don't do this, because quite simply, I'm a bit lazy. But you can gussy mug rugs up to be multifunctional. Add small pockets for tea bags or sweetener packets, make a sleeve for a spoon, as other mentioned leave room for a snack.
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http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=...rugs&FORM=IGRE link for more images...size...think coffee mug and cookie!!
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You may have a look here:
http://de.pinterest.com/aggi2011/mugrugs/ or here: http://de.pinterest.com/search/pins/...en=7&term_meta[]=mug|autocomplete|0&term_meta[]=rugs|autocomplete|0 |
I like mug rugs about the size of a sheet of typing paper, a little smaller is okay. Use any print with food or drink motifs, try making crumb blocks, use orphan blocks, parts of old linens with embroidery or applique, I made oval ones at Easter and used up strips of fabric from my scrap pile in pastel colors and decorated the seams with short pieces of lace, braid, ribbon, and fancy stitches from my machine. The sky is the limit with mug rugs. They are lots of fun!
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If you have orphan cups in your cupboards, make mug rugs to match the motifs on the cups. Or buy some cups at your local thrift shop, Try using crayons, markers, and drawing your own designs. This is a place where you can experiment to your hearts content.
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luana Your mug rugs are fantastic!!!! Using a panel so effectively.
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Have fun! Basically in terms of size, think "bigger than a coaster, smaller than a placemat." I like a large mug and regular size napkin or small plate when I snack, so I kinda eyeballed it. I'm finishing up my 3rd one right now for a swap. The size our leader asked for was 9x5 but said there are no quilt police (and admitted that hers is a bit larger). Mine is about 9x7. Log cabin on one side, with three strips to the right, and a strippy backing. All scraps. Fall colors.
I made my first as a hostess gift, I taught a friend to make one, and now this is #3. I think I might have started a new addiction! I saw a cartoon on FB with a guy looking at the end table of his living room. Caption was to the effect of "A quilter's home has a rug-to-mug ratio of 6:1." :) |
I really like those! What size are they ?
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Originally Posted by luana
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I made these one year. Got the verses from Block Party Studio. A place to set your mug and a treat.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/attachm...d=494890&stc=1 |
very nice mug rugs, thank u for sharing
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Originally Posted by zozee
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Have fun! Basically in terms of size, think "bigger than a coaster, smaller than a placemat." I like a large mug and regular size napkin or small plate when I snack, so I kinda eyeballed it. I'm finishing up my 3rd one right now for a swap. The size our leader asked for was 9x5 but said there are no quilt police (and admitted that hers is a bit larger). Mine is about 9x7. Log cabin on one side, with three strips to the right, and a strippy backing. All scraps. Fall colors.
I made my first as a hostess gift, I taught a friend to make one, and now this is #3. I think I might have started a new addiction! I saw a cartoon on FB with a guy looking at the end table of his living room. Caption was to the effect of "A quilter's home has a rug-to-mug ratio of 6:1." :) |
There are some of the cutest snowman mug rugs is the new issue of Quilter's World magazine on page 26.
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Love Mug Rugs - most are 5" by 7 inches or 6 inches by 8 inches... or like the one we made For Swap-bot we did a leaf shaped one mine was about 6 1/2 by 9 inches.. Gotta have room on it for the Mug of What ever and a Treat like Doughnut or cookies or Brownies or a Muffin... These are made to use and get tossed in Washer... just Look at Pinterest or Google Mug Rugs and see all the Varieties there are... Good Way to use up Scraps. ! ! ! I have used poly batting - thinner ones or the Cotton Batting... ...
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This is site where I got the panel with the scripture. Hope this helps for those who asked.
http://www.blockpartystudios.com/sho...l-x2681938.htm |
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I made some that were 5 X 7 "- machine embroidered in-the-hoop ones - and don't think they are big enough. They will hold a cup of coffee, but not much else. So I recently made myself one that is about 6 X 9 ", and I love that size - holds my mug AND a cookie (or two!) That one was my first attempt at paper piecing. Not sure I will try THAT again - but maybe, because I loved the mug rug. Don't look too close because I have only made two or three - but I am having fun making them.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/attachm...d=495204&stc=1 |
Originally Posted by Rennie
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I made some that were 5 X 7 "- machine embroidered in-the-hoop ones - and don't think they are big enough. They will hold a cup of coffee, but not much else. So I recently made myself one that is about 6 X 9 ", and I love that size - holds my mug AND a cookie (or two!) That one was my first attempt at paper piecing. Not sure I will try THAT again - but maybe, because I loved the mug rug. Don't look too close because I have only made two or three - but I am having fun making them.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/attachm...d=495204&stc=1 |
Luana, Awesome job!
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I love these. I am new at quilting, but these inspire me to start. Thank you
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I find 5x7 or 6x8 or up to 7x9 works fine. You want enough for the beverage and a small snack!
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I make mine the smaller size and do a cup cozy to match. Great for people who are allowed coffee at their work station (I used to be one of those) as it helps keep the coffee warmed and helps if there ever is an accident.
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Luana, I absolutely love your mug rugs. What a great idea.
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that's a nice idea
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