![checkerboard mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2013/12/15214129/checkerboard-mug-rug.png)
Fact: snacks taste better when served on a handcrafted mug rug. Or at least, that’s how you’ll feel once you stitch these cute coasters and mug rugs.
You might be wondering: what’s the difference between the two, anyway? It’s simple — while a coaster is designed to seat a cup and nothing more, a mug rug is larger, leaving you space for a cup of coffee, a bowl of cereal, cookies or other goodies. Whichever you decide to craft, you can’t go wrong with these free patterns.
1. Batik Braid
![batik braid mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2013/12/15212831/batik-braid-mug-rug.png)
Sew strips that look like an intricate braid in this stress-free mug rug. The key is all in the piecing, and you can stitch it fast with Batik precuts.
2. Flying Geese
![flying geese mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2016/04/08155827/flying-geese-mug-rug.jpg)
Sure, this mug rug is cute and beginner-friendly, but it’s also prime practice for a ton of techniques. Brush up on sewing partial seams, using a pillowcase binding and crafting folded flying geese units.
3. The Big Apple
![Apple mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2016/09/20161507/Apple-Mug-Rug-Finished-1.jpg)
This scrappy mug rug is sure to be the apple of your eye. It’s the perfect project for summer or fall, and —bonus! — makes an A+ gift for any teacher.
4. Strippy Scrap-Buster
![selvages mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2013/12/15213337/selvages-mug-rug.png)
Don’t toss those selvages! Use your scraps to craft a strippy mug rug that’ll commemorate all the fun projects you’ve made.
5. Crafty Candy Corn
![candy corn applique](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2013/12/15213518/candy-corn-applique.png)
Thanks to the printable pattern, this appliqué mug rug comes together fast. Make a bunch for your morning pumpkin spice latte, and stitch some coordinating tea towels to match.
6. Rainbow Rays
![rainbow mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2016/05/09100936/rainbow-mug-rug.jpg)
Get a crash course in paper foundation and the stitch-and-flip technique, all while sewing a gorgeous rainbow mug rug to boot.
7. Red, White and Blue
![red white blue mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2013/12/15213953/red-white-blue-mug-rug.png)
The secret to this quick-stitch mug rug: layers, layers, layers. When paired with a decorative stitch and rickrack binding, you’ve got a pretty piece for your table.
8. Red Hot Checkerboard
![checkerboard mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2013/12/15214129/checkerboard-mug-rug.png)
All those little squares might look time-consuming, but thanks to a fast (and fun) strip piecing method, you can create it in a cinch. Checkmate!
9. Cozy Up to Fall
![fall applique coasters](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2013/12/15214430/fall-applique-coasters.png)
Yep, you can totally make two cute fall-themed coasters in a single afternoon. These appliqué pieces are fast and festive, not to mention the perfect indoor activity for a chilly autumn day.
10. A Kitty and a Ghost
![cat and ghost pumpkin mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2013/12/15214713/cat-and-ghost-pumpkin-mug-rug.png)
Say hello to a mug rug so cute, it’s scary! It’ll make a boo-tiful backdrop that’s perfect for serving Halloween desserts or other festive fall treats.
11. Nine-Patch
![nine patch mug rug](https://d2culxnxbccemt.cloudfront.net/craft/content/uploads/2013/12/15215009/nine-patch-mug-rug.png)
Sometimes the basics are the most beautiful. Sewing a simple nine-patch block is both beginner-friendly and a fast, fun project for more experienced stitchers.
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Just wanted to thank you for the "braided" batiks mug rug pattern and instructions. I am in the process of making them and love it.
Clicked on #13 and ended up on a sleezy web site with girls in thongs. Tried again and got a website with Patterns click here. I give up. Not clicking on any patterns on this page.
There is not ‘get the pattern’ button for #9
Mugrug
Tea for Two
These are so cute! Love fabric choices.
Interest in the free mugrug patterns, especially tea for two. thank you.
looking for free patterns for Christmas gifts