Mug Rug Free Pattern

Materials Needed & Measurements:

• Suggested Yarn: #3 weight yarn in 5 different colors (mix of textures, brands, and fibers).
• Yarn Measurements: Approximately 30 yards combined.
  • Color A: Loops & Threads Coastal Cotton (“Indigo”)
  • Color B: Yarn Bee Warm & Cozy (“Oat”)
  • Color C: Yarn Bee Cloud 9 (“Cream”)
  • Color D: Lion Brand Jeans (“Brand New”)
  • Color E: Baby Bee Sweet Delight (“Toy Elephant Marled”)
• Hook Size: F (4.0mm)
• Pattern Measurements: Finished size is 5.5” wide x 4.25” tall (excluding fringe).
• Needle: None required, but scissors and scotch tape are needed for finishing.

Abbreviations:

• ST/STS: Stitch/Stitches
• CH: Chain
• SC: Single Crochet

Notes:

• This pattern is written in American Standard Terms.
• Gauge: 4 SC x 5.5 rows = 1”.

Stitching Instructions for Making Mug Rug Pattern:

Foundation Row

• With Color A, make a slip knot and attach it to your hook.
• CH 22 (this forms the base of your mug rug).
• Starting in the 2nd CH from the hook, work 1 SC into each CH across. You will have 21 STS at the end of this row.
• Fasten off Color A by cutting the yarn, leaving a small tail, and pulling it through the loop on your hook.
• (Optional) Use the tail to weave into the work using your fingers to secure it.

Row 1

• Attach Color B to the first ST of the Foundation Row by pulling a loop through the stitch and securing it with a slip knot.
• CH 1 (this counts as the turning chain and does not count as a stitch).
• Work 1 SC into the same ST where you joined Color B.
• SC into each remaining ST across the row (21 STS total).
• Turn your work.

Rows 2–3

• CH 1, then SC into the first ST of the row.
• Work 1 SC in each ST across (21 STS).
• Turn your work at the end of each row.
• After completing Row 3, fasten off Color B in the same way as Color A.

Row 4

• Attach Color C to the first ST of Row 3 by pulling a loop through the stitch and securing it.
• CH 1, then work 1 SC into the same ST.
• SC into each remaining ST across the row (21 STS).
• Turn your work.

Rows 5–6

• Repeat the same steps as Row 4 with Color C.
• CH 1, work 1 SC into each ST across, and turn your work.
• After completing Row 6, fasten off Color C.

Rows 7–9

• Attach Color D to the first ST of the previous row.
• CH 1, then work 1 SC into the same ST.
• SC into each remaining ST across the row (21 STS).
• Turn your work at the end of each row.
• After completing Row 9, fasten off Color D.

Rows 10–12

• Attach Color E to the first ST of the previous row.
• CH 1, then work 1 SC into the same ST.
• SC into each remaining ST across the row (21 STS).
• Turn your work at the end of each row.
• After completing Row 12, fasten off Color E.

Adding Fringe

• Cut 4″ pieces of yarn from each of the 5 colors. You will need approximately 2 strands per ST on both short sides of the mug rug (10 strands per side).
• Fold a strand in half to form a loop.
• Insert your hook into one of the STs at the edge of the mug rug.
• Pull the folded loop through the ST, forming a small loop.
• Grab the loose ends of the yarn strand, pull them through the loop, and tighten to secure.
• Repeat this process across both short edges of the mug rug. Alternate colors for a decorative effect.
• Trim the fringe evenly with scissors for a polished look. Use scotch tape if necessary to secure loose yarn while cutting.

Finishing Touches

• Weave in any remaining yarn tails using your fingers.
• Block the mug rug if desired to ensure a neat and even appearance.

Your mug rug is complete! It’s ready to protect your surfaces and add a touch of handmade charm to your home.

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