How to Crochet Rustic Mug Rugs – Free Pattern
Add a touch of wilderness charm to your decor with this set of Rustic Mug Rugs handmade crochet drink coasters. They are the perfect addition to any back country decor theme.
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Perfect for cozy cabins or rustic-inspired decor, the set includes:
- Buffalo Plaid Square: A classic red-and-black pattern evokes the warmth of flannel and the rugged beauty of the outdoors.
- Green Square with Faux Fur Trim: Earthy green tones paired with soft faux fur edging create a cozy forest-inspired vibe.
- Faux Bear Skin Rug: A miniature take on the iconic bear rug, this unique design adds a whimsical touch to any surface.
If you saw my post of the Little Tree Coasters last week, then you already know I have the heart eyes for all things Rustic.
Well, Friday morning I woke up with the cutest idea in my head: Bear Skin Rug coaster!
While I was processing how I would make it look, another coaster idea popped in my head: Fur trimmed green square. I jumped right up and got to work!!
But, while I was working on the bear, I thought “Well, I can’t have a rustic themed coaster set without a plaid square!”, so I originally scrapped the green square idea and replaced it with the plaid.
I took all of my photos of the Bear Skin Mug Rug and the Buffalo Plaid Mug Rug and felt sad that I hadn’t made the green square, so I added it in! And I am so glad I did, because I’m really in love with it.
Eventually I will replace the wooden button I used with a tree branch slice button, because that’s what I originally envisioned, but I couldn’t find any over the weekend. Looks like I’ll be making some (my crafty self is not disappointed!)
Rustic Mug Rugs
Crochet Pattern
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So, do you want to make your own Rustic Mug Rugs? Get the instructions below:
INSTRUCTIONS ARE SEPARATED OUT
KEEP SCROLLING FOR THE BUFFALO PLAID MUG RUG
Bear Skin Mug Rug
Materials
Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
Optional Materials
Gauge
Not important for this project
Size
3.5”[8.9cm] Diameter
5.5”[14cm] Nose to Tail
Stitch Guide
arnd = around
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
sl st(s) = slip stitch(es)
st(s) = stitch(es)
Skill Level
Easy
Written in U.S. Terms
Notes
- Beginning chains do not count as stitches
Instructions
BODY
With Black,
R1. Magic Ring, ch 1, 6 sc in ring (6)
R2. 2 sc arnd (12)
R3. *2 sc, sc* arnd (18)
R4. *2 sc, sc x 2* arnd (24)
R5. *2 sc, sc x 3* arnd (30)
R6. *2 sc, sc x 4* arnd (36)
R7. *2 sc, sc x 5* arnd (42)
R8. *2 sc, sc x 6* arnd (48)
R9. sl st x 2, ch 5, sl st to same space, sl st to next space; Fasten. <Tail Created>
HEAD
R1. Magic Ring, ch 1, 6 sc in ring (6)
R2. 2 sc arnd (12)
R3. *2 sc, sc* arnd (18)
R4. *2 sc, sc x 2* arnd (24)
R5. sc arnd (24)
R6. *dec, sc x 2* arnd (18)
R7. *dec, sc* arnd (12) – Stuff Head Here
R8. dec arnd (6).
Weave tail through remaining sts and pull tight to close. Fasten.
EARS
Attach yarn to any stitch of rnd 2, ch 4, sl st into adjacent st of rnd 3; Fasten.
Repeat on other side (over rnds 2 & 3), so it is even with the first ear.
MUZZLE
With Brown,
R1. Magic Ring, ch 1, 4 sc in ring (4)
R2. *3 sc, sc* 2X; Fasten. (8)
ARMS/LEGS (Make 4)
R1. Magic Ring, ch 1, 4 sc in ring (4)
R2. 2 sc arnd (8)
R3. sc arnd (8)
R4-7. Repeat 3
Finishing
- Attach head to side opposite of the tail, so the tail is back center.
- Attach muzzle to front of head over rnds 5-7.
- Skip 5 sts from the head and attach arms (one of each side).
- Skip 5 sts from the arms and attach legs (one of each side).
- Hide all strings.
Optional: Add grip liner to bottom – Lay coaster onto grip liner, trace around the outside of the coaster, cut it out and trim off ¼” around. Hot glue to the back of the coaster.
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Buffalo Plaid Mug Rug
Materials
Worsted Weight Yarn (#4)
- Black – 25 yards
- Dark Red – 25 Yards
- Bright Red – 25 yards
Optional Materials
Gauge
Not important for this project
Size
3.5”[8.9cm] Diameter
5.5”[14cm] Nose to Tail
Stitch Guide
arnd = around
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
sc = single crochet
sl st(s) = slip stitch(es)
st(s) = stitch(es)
Skill Level
Easy
Written in U.S. Terms
Notes
- Beginning chain 2 counts as a stitch
- Pay close attention to color changes
- When changing colors: finish your previous stitch by pulling the next color through the last two loops. This provides a clean color change.
- For a clean backside: When changing colors make sure to carry the other strand across (work your stitches over it).
- This square can also be made in one solid color & trimmed with faux fur. Follow the instructions listed without making color changes.
- Asterisks indicate the instructions between them need to be repeated.
- Tutorial photo on the last page.
- Buffalo Plaid can be made in any colors of your choosing. For Green: Black, Dark Green, Bright Green. For Blue: Black, Navy, Royal. For Neutral: Black, Gray, White.
Instructions
R1. with Black: Ch 16, dc in 3rd ch from hook (skipped chs count as 1st dc), dc in next st, *with Dark Red: dc x 3, with Black: dc x 3* 2X, turn
R2. with Dark Red: Ch 2 (counts as 1st dc), dc x 2, *with Bright Red: dc x 3, with Dark Red: dc x 3* 2X, turn
R3. with Black: Ch 2 (counts as 1st dc), dc x 2,*with Dark Red: dc x 3, with Black: dc x 3* 2X, turn
R4-7. Repeat 2 & 3; at the end of round 3, continue with black and sc evenly arnd the outside, in the end of each row and in each st, putting 2 scs into each corner. Fasten.
Finishing
- Hide all strings.
- Optional: Add grip liner to bottom – Lay coaster onto grip liner, trace around the outside of the coaster, cut it out and trim off ¼” from each side. Hot glue to the back of the coaster.
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Where are instructions for the green one
The instructions are in the notes. 🙂
I love these! Thank you.
The bear skin mug rug is so cute!