I am so very excited to let you know that i have a brand new pattern all ready to go. The escape hatch is a technique i learned at in a free e book. This cute mug rug pattern is simple to sew and makes a perfect little spot for. Easy peasy binding for a mug rug happy valentines day. This time i tried a singlefold binding, and i think it fits the petite nature of these mini quilts.
Challenge 17 for crazy quilty march challenge 17 we are all a little irish. 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. The technique used in this video can be great for using for other projects you may work on in the future as well. It was much easier than i thought and ill definitely be visiting the design again. You can add binding to the mug rug just as you would any quilt. Quilting make everyone you know a mug rug and personalize each one by changing the color of the scarves. Single binding tutorial quilting those smaller items mini quilts, mug rugs, coasters, placemats etc is tricky. Ill be quilting mine and putting binding on for a mug rug, do you think gregg needs one.
Fantastic 100 sewing hacks tips are offered on our internet site. Quilt as you go mug rug tutorial with applique the. I messed up the front of my mug rug a little bit by. Who knows, you might even have time to make another mug rug in the time it would have taken to add real binding. In the past, ive used traditional binding techniques with 2 14. There are designs for just about any holiday, from. The pinwheel design caught my eye so i figured id give it a try for a mug rug. One strip the width of the fabric should be enough for the binding. Goodness that is a lot of different sizes to choose from. The wonky piecing makes this mug rug quick and easy to put together, so get started today. The mug rug will be a small rectangle size approx 7. An easy sewing tips on how to make a mug rug with the easy binding tutorial using the backside of the fabric. Mug rug inspiration and free gift tag resliced by jordan.
There is no set size for a mug rug, i just go with whatever size paper and fabric strips i have. The 2 layers give it a little more heft to stand up to a cup, my. I happened to have an old telephone book and the pages are perfect for strip piecing. She has had many designs published in quilting books and has authored three previous books. I recommend you take the time to do it by hand, especially if you are giving this as a gift. I cheated and did this with the sewing machine instead because im lazyand it was getting late.
Make this easy binding mug rug for your next homemade gift ideas click to tweet. Gift for sloths lovers, notepad 6x9 110 pages, composition book college wide ruled. Sometimes i have pieced lengths of scraps to have a length to cover the size i have chosen. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about mug rugs. Note the inside edge of the left side of the foot is lined up along the edge of the binding. Quilt pattern books now you can create a personalized mug rug of your choosingits as easy as 1, 2, 3. Easy quilted string mug rug tutorial freemotion by the river. Here is a quick tutorial on how to make mug rugs without binding. Julie love, designer with stitches of love, shares two different ways to finish off the binding on a mug rug. Now i know last week after trying a mug rug with no binding, i said i was going. Heres a tutorial on one way that i make my mug rugs.
Crazy quilt heart mug rug tutorial freemotion by the river. 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. I named it the christmas pocket mug rug and it makes. Pin the binding in place and take it to your sewing machine. I want to make a bunch of them for a retreat and dont have a lot of time. No binding coasters quilted coasters, quilted gifts. Made without binding, because mug rugs should be as much fun to. 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. For the no binding method, layer your top on 2 pieces of batting with no backing. 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.
Machine stitch the fake binding down on all four sides, being sure to catch the corners. At the same time, i wanted to make a really neat finish on small projects like mug rugs and table runners and hot pads. It will result in a flatter binding edge which is nice for this project. I use a ruler and a rotary cutter on a cutting mat to make sure i. The top two blocks are from the farmers wife book i gave up that project. I have a new holiday mug rug pattern available and its my first pattern ever that im selling on craftsy. 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. Her friend gretchen designed it and its super cute.
But, a little here and a little there adds up, right. Join the community that jumpstarts your creativity and gets your projects finished. The 2 layers give it a little more heft to stand up to a cup, my preference. Svg and fcm files are available for your electronic covers or use the stitch and trim method. I made up this little block that my friend jane davidson designed for our splendid sampler book. Double bindings are too chunky and sewing them on by machine l doesnt seem to work out the same on these little things. You will also find illustrated instructions on binding methods and a. 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. Easy christmas mug rug tutorial beyond sock monkeys my. I just scored a slew of books at the library yay for library book sales. Make this bold black and white mug rug pattern as a modern accent for a side table or coffee table. 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.
Free mug rug pattern thats simple to sew crazy little projects. I have found tons of simple free mug rug patterns, but i cant find one that i dont need to put a binding on. The scraps were plentiful enough that i decided to make a few matching mug rugs for the side tables in my living room. If you make one using this tutorial, send me some pictures, id love to see them. This epattern was originally published in the quilters world special publication quilting for the holidays. 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. Here are twentytwo different designs for you to makeall using simple quilting and applique techniques. A short, yet detailed, video by amelie scott designs for how to bind a mug rug or other small quilt project. Book club mug rugs craftsy mug rugs, mug rug patterns. Create potholders, mug rugs or several sizes of table mats from two circles and a simple petal shape.
Something for everyone even the guys 24 center options from. Mug rug inspiration and free gift tag with images mug. Looking for simple no binding mug rug pattern page 2. If you love quilting or working with fabric scraps, its time to familiarize yourself with the mug rug. 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. It seems everyone is always looking for a quick little project to stitch up. 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. Quilt as you go 212 strip mug mat all the trimmings.
Mug mat mug rug coaster whatever you call it, its a very simple paperpieced project with no binding. Get ready for a great summer with these luscious lemon mug rugs. Use your orphan quilt blocks to make quick quilted gifts for friends and family. 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. Smaller than a placemat but larger than a coaster, mug rugs are the perfect size for your cup and a cookie or two. Sunflowers mug rugs to table mats honeybee fabrics. 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 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. Without further ado, here is christmas at the cabin. Luscious lemon mug rugs embroidery project by pat williams. 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.
The book teaches you how to build several different quilt blocks. Just think of all the options youll have when you allow your creative juices to flow. Fold your back fabric edge to the edge of the rug, and then over again to make the binding. 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. If you want to buy the irish mug rugs or are just interested, check out our website. No binding because it takes so freaking long to make, plus my machine has some really cool stitches i wanted to try. How to finish mug rug binding by hand or machine youtube. A fast and simple mug rug that requires no binding yet has an interesting look with the staggered seams and different sized rectangles. Make a cup of tea, grab a heart cookie, relax and enjoy that extra time saved. These are appliqued and quilted in the hoop, the binding added at your sewing machine. I have a tutorial for singlefold binding and more at mug rug binding tips. 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.
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. I always think it is fun to see the back of a quilted piece. Quilt pattern books learn to make quilted mug rugs. Easy mug rug tutorial mug rug no binding necessary original design. When i was creating this tutorial, i made a test mug rug without any embellishments and. Sunflowers mug rug and table mat patterns by needlesongs. Because im crazy about you, i want to give you a little present its called the gift of time.
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