Originally Posted by craftybear

What is a mug rug?

Mug rugs are extra large drink coasters or smaller versions of placemats that hold a cup of tea or a mug of coffee with room for a pastry or treat. 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! they’re totally gift-worthy too).

http://tipnut.com/mug-rugs/