Happy Hanukkah Mug Rug

Hanukkah starts this Thursday, 10^th December 2020 and I have the perfect mug rug for this special occasion – my Celebration Candles mug rug.

I like this night-time version, which makes the light from the candles seem even brighter:

But the menorah candles shine all day too:

And if you are looking to undertake a project during this period of reflection and gratitude then you could always hand-stitch your own version ready for 2021:

Happy Hanukkah to everybody across the world.

Christmas Mug Rugs

Christmas will be here whether we are ready or not.  An hour or two spent in the sewing room may bring a little bit of calm to the season whilst also giving you the opportunity to create a lovely little gift out of little more than scraps.

A mug rug is the perfect handmade gift to give this season.  And I have twelve seasonal mug rugs that are just right for Christmas (and one or two are good all year round).

First up is my Mug Rug Alphabet.  This pattern is good for making a named mug rug or creating the perfect hostess gift. (This is an indispensable all-year-round patterns featured.)

Mug Rug Alphabet

Take a break from card writing with either design from my Christmas Delivery mug rug pattern - both designs are included in this $2.50 pattern:

Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without a reindeer or two.  This pattern is one of ten from my Christmas Mug Rugs book - available in PDF format via Etsy or via Amazon.

When wrapping gifts how about popping this fun mug rug into the gift bag as an extra little touch (also from my Christmas Mug Rugs book and another all-year-round pattern):

Prepare for Hanukkah (beginning on Sunday 22nd December this year) or use up some of those festive charm squares with the time-saving Celebration Candles mug rug.  (This pattern will come in handy whenever a birthday or special day arises throughout the coming year.)

And don't forget the holly wreath for the hall table to match the wreath on the door.  This pattern is from my new book 'Christmas on the Side' which enables you to create many mug rugs using any 6" block.

The next two mug rug designs are also from the Christmas on the Side pattern book - the Penguin Stack sidebar with nine-patch block (one of six blocks included in the book):

And a baubles sidebar paired with a decorated Christmas Tree applique block (also included in the book):

This is just a taster of some of the mug rug patterns I have designed specifically for the Christmas season.  Unsure which to choose?  Then grab one of my two pattern books (Christmas Mug Rugs or Christmas On-the-Side) and you are sure to find a design to suit everybody.  

Christmas Mug Rugs pattern book
Available for immediate download from ETSY or in paperback via Amazon

Christmas-on-the-side pattern book
Available for immediate download from ETSY 

Until next time .....

Perfect Pattern Books for Quilting Friends

If you are stuck for a last minute pressie for a quilting friend then look no further that one of my paperback Mug Rug Pattern Books.

There are four books to choose from each containing at least ten mug rug patterns.

One Block Mug Rugs is a great gift for beginner mug rug makers and stitchers:

Hobby and Fun Mug Rugs is perfect for sewing enthusiasts and friends who enjoy making gifts for others:

Animal and Pet Mug Rugs – a Patchsmith classic with a mug rug for every pet owner:

And finally if you prefer to make your own Christmas gifts then you'll be needing Christmas Mug Rugs – patterns for Christmas and all year round:

These books are available from Amazon (just click on the banner links to the side).  You can even have them gift-wrapped and delivered directly almost anywhere around the world.  (If you are in the UK then P&P although gift wrapping will cost a few pennies.)

Perfect presents for perfect friends.

p.s. If you prefer to give a handmade pressie then all these pattern books are available for immediate download from my Etsy Store.

Applique, applique - everywhere

My Christmas Nativity Mug Rug applique gets a new location.

Two years ago I shared with you my version of Hearts and Bees 'One Hour Basket'.    You can find my original post here - it includes details of where to position the applique onto the basket.

I just wanted to update you that the pattern is no longer available.  But there are many other quilty and box patterns out there.  Applique works well on so many projects.

Until next time ......

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Twelve – Christmas Antlers Mug Rug

As the big day draws near it is time to end Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas.  I hope you have enjoyed the mug rug show.  

So now, all we have to do is find somewhere to hang the stockings.  Where better than on a friendly reindeer or two or three!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

The Christmas Antlers Mug Rug pattern is available for immediate download from my

Etsy Store.

It is also included in my Animal and Pet Mug Rugs pattern book available in paperback format from Amazon or for immediate download from my Etsy Store.

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Eleven – Three Kings Mug Rug

The gifts are wrapped, the food is ordered and the mince pies are made.  Whilst the shops are ramping it up this is the time I slow it down.  And in slowing it down, I have time to remember the real gift of Christmastime.

The Three Kings Mug Rug pattern is another of the  ten seasonal patterns found in The Patchsmith’s Christmas Mug Rugs book – available for immediate download from my

Craftsy Store or from my Etsy Store.

Also available in paperback format via Amazon.

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Ten – Three Trees Mug Rug

 

“Oh Christmas Tree – Oh Christmas Tree,

Much pleasure though can give to me ...”

But just like a tree, the Three Trees Mug Rug is not just for Christmas!

The Three Trees Mug Rug pattern is one of ten seasonal patterns you will find in The Patchsmith’s Christmas Mug Rugs book – available for immediate download from my Craftsy Store or from my Etsy Store.

Also available in paperback format via Amazon.

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Nine - Personalised Mug Rug

I cannot think of one Gran in the whole wide world who wouldn’t love to receive a handmade gift at Christmas.  Nor Mother, Father, friend or relative either.

And when you are finished making Christmas gifts from Christmas charm squares with my Mug Rug Alphabet pattern you can whip up a skinny table topper for the Christmas table.   

I traced the letters onto fusible webbing so that they were touching each other.  I then cut out 'Christmas' all as one piece.

The Mug Rug Alphabet pattern is available as an individual pattern.  It comes with three full sets of alphabets so you will never be stuck for personalising a last-minute gift. You can find it with all my other patterns in my Etsy Store.

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day 8- JOY Mug Rug

JOY TO THE WORLD .....

They say that a small action in one part of the world can have consequences in another, far-away place. 

I don’t know if it is true but today I am going to spread joy to each and every person I meet - be it a smile, a coin in a collection pot, a kind word, a compliment or a mug rug gift.  

And with each deed I will send a silent prayer of peace out into the world.

Mug Rug Alphabet Letters added to 5" Charm Squares

The JOY Mug Rug pattern is available for immediate download from my 

Etsy Store.    

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Seven – Snowman Mug Rug

Snowmen are like snowflakes – no two are ever identical.  With that in mind make sure you download the free Snowman Hats and Mitts applique sheet that accompanies my Snowman Mug Rug pattern so you too can create many different snowmen.

The Snowman Mug Rug is available as an individual pattern for just $1.99.

Alternatively you will find it in the Patchsmith's Christmas Mug Rugs Pattern book – both are available for immediate download from my Craftsy Store.  The Christmas Mug Rugs pattern book is also available in paperback via Amazon.

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Six – Robin’s Gift Mug Rug

A little bird told me that mug rugs are the perfect gift to send through the post – they are lightweight, can be folded and convey a handmade personal touch.

The Robin’s Gift mug rug even has a handy envelope pocket for a gift voucher.

 Robin’s Gift Mug Rug is one of ten seasonal patterns you will find in the Patchsmith's Christmas Mug Rug Pattern book – available for immediate download from my Craftsy Store or in paperback format via Amazon.  You will also find it in my Etsy Store.

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Five - Christmas Nativity Mug Rug

The true spirit of Christmas is never far away at this time of the year.

 You will find it in Christmas cards that support charities; supermarket collections for the less fortunate; Christmas Carollers and the stranger who lets you queue-hop in front of them as you rush about.  You will also find it in the Nativity Mug Rug whether you are making it to gift, to sell or to keep.

And if you are creating a gift basket for a friend, relative or family-in-need then you might as well make it quick and quilty .......

Find details for adding applique to the One Hour Basket HERE.

The Christmas Nativity mug rug will be available shortly Etsy Store.

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Four - Santa's Wheel Mug Rug

We all need somewhere to rest our coffee and cookie as we write our letters to Santa.  And when the letter writing is done - the Santa’s Wheel mug rug is the perfect place for a glass of milk and a carrot on Christmas Eve.

Applique isn’t just for fabric though. How about a little bit of quick-fuse on card?  (I drew the smile using a fine point Sharpie.)

The Santa’s Wheel Mug Rug is one of ten seasonal patterns found in the Patchsmith's Christmas Mug Rugs pattern book -   available for immediate download from my Craftsy Store or from Etsy.

or in paperback format via Amazon.

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Three - Mistletoe Mug Rug

As many of you enjoy a little kissing under the mistletoe this season you will be needing somewhere to rest your frothy hot chocolate. Look no further than the Mistletoe Mug Rug

And for a quick, handmade gift just add some Patchsmith mistletoe to a 5" square of fabric to create a snazzy seasonal coaster.

The Mistletoe Mug Rug is one of ten season patterns you will find in the Patchsmith's Christmas Mug Rugs pattern book - available for immediate download from my Craftsy Store or from my Etsy Store

or in paperback via Amazon.

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day Two - Reindeer Mug Rug

Day 2 of the Patchsmith's 'Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas' and the Reindeer are out to play.

Of course Patchsmith Reindeer are not just for mug rugs - they also works well on bags, pouches, cutlery pockets or card.

 You will  find the Reindeer Mug Rug in the Patchsmith's Christmas Mug Rugs pattern book -  both available for immediate download from my 

Craftsy Store.  

(The Christmas Mug Rugs book is also available in paperback format from Amazon.)

Twelve Mug Rugs of Christmas - Day One - Christmas Wreath

I’m kicking off my 12 Mug Rugs of Christmas with a simple Christmas Wreath mug rug from my One Block Mug Rugs pattern book.

Mug rugs make the perfect gift for sending through the post - they are light to send and can be folded to fit into a medium sized envelope.

The One Block Mug Rugs pattern book lets you mix-and-match ANY 6" block with ten easy sidebar designs to create a fun and functional mug rug mini quilt.  

(Also available in paperback format from Amazon.)

Joy and Gingerbread Bunting

The sun is shining, the garden is blooming and there’s not a cloud in the sky.  July is the perfect month to think about ....... Christmas!  Yep, you heard right.  Warm, relaxed, summer days, or evenings, are the perfect time to complete a little Christmas project – something quick and easy that will give you a sense of being ready for the end of year festivities. 

Christmas Delivery Mug Rug Pattern

Of course, there are always mug rugs to make - perfect for gifts, table decorations and wall art.  Mug rugs are ideal for sending through the post (lightweight and small), for batch making for colleagues at work and for using up some of those scraps left over from a larger project.   

But if you fancy something a little bit different then how about stringing up some yuletide bunting with the 'JOY' bunting pattern.

This pattern is very simple, very quick and very effective - all you need is one charm pack, a length of ribbon and my free Joy Bunting PDF pattern.

Of course bunting isn’t just for Christmas – change the word and you can hang it for birthdays, Easter, weddings, anniversaries, Halloween – even JULY!

You could always create bunting using the cheeky Gingerbread men from my Gingerbread Cup mug rug pattern.

You can download the FREE pattern HERE.  The pattern gives you have two delicious methods for making the gingerbread men - you can fuse these little chaps for a neat, firm finish or stitch them together with a frayed edge for a rustic look.

Whether you prefer hand or machine stitching – these guys will always turn out sweet and whilst I hope you buy my Gingerbread Cup mug rug pattern for the gingerbread man template – you really don’t have to – a cookie cutter would work just as well.  

Gingerbread Cup Mug Rug Pattern

I’m not the only one sharing Christmas joy this month though - seven days with seven projects - check out the schedule of the 'Christmas in July' blog hop so you don't miss a thing. 

Sew until next time .....................