Pink Charm Packs Fabric: Add a Pop Of Color To Your Quilts!

Mug rugs are the perfect little project to whip up with Pink Charm Packs Fabric! They’re like mini quilts, just big enough to hold your coffee mug and a snack. Plus, they’re quick and fun to make, perfect for beginners or as a last-minute gift. Let’s get started!

Materials You’ll Need:

*Pink Charm Packs Fabric (5-inch squares)
*Batting (scrap pieces or cut to size)
*Backing fabric (cut slightly larger than your top)
*Thread
*Scissors or rotary cutter
*Sewing machine
*Iron and ironing board
*Pins or clips

Step 1: Choose Your Fabrics

Start by selecting two or three different prints from your Pink Charm Packs Fabric. You can mix and match the shades of pink to create a unique, eye-catching design. A good size for mug rugs is about 5 x 7 inches, but feel free to adjust to your liking.

Step 2: Cut Your Pieces

From your charm pack squares, cut the pieces you’ll need. A simple patchwork design works great for mug rugs. For example, you could use four 2.5 x 5-inch rectangles or mix it up with 2.5-inch squares. The choice is yours! Remember to cut a piece of batting and backing fabric the same size as your front.

Step 3: Arrange and Sew the Top

Lay out your Pink Charm Packs Fabric pieces in a pattern you like. Once you’re happy with the arrangement, sew the pieces together using a ¼-inch seam allowance. Press the seams flat with your iron to keep everything neat and smooth.

Step 4: Assemble the Layers

Now it’s time to create your sandwich. Place the backing fabric face down, then add the batting on top. Finally, place your patchwork top face up on the batting. Pin or clip the layers together to prevent shifting while sewing.

Step 5: Quilt the Mug Rug

Quilting adds texture and holds everything in place. You can keep it simple by sewing straight lines or diagonal crosshatches across your mug rug. You can also experiment with free-motion quilting if you’re feeling adventurous! Just make sure to quilt all the layers together.

Step 6: Bind the Edges

Once the quilting is done, it’s time to bind your mug rug. You can use fabric from your charm pack or choose a coordinating solid color. Cut strips of fabric about 2.5 inches wide, fold them in half, and sew them around the edges of your mug rug, mitering the corners as you go.

Step 7: Finishing Touches

After binding, give your mug rug one last press with the iron, and you’re done! Your cute, custom mug rug is ready for use.