Free Crochet Pattern – Easy Grit Stitch Mug Rug

I don’t know about you, but my house always looks the prettiest when it’s decorated for fall and again Christmas. And when the Christmas decorations come down, I instantly miss the tiny touches scattered about. So to solve the decoration fallout, this mug rug crochet pattern is just the project to help beat the wintertime blues.

Plus, it’s perfect for using up your leftover yarn scraps and whips up in a jiffy. You can make several of these over a weekend. Switch up the colors and stripes in many ways so that you can make a coordinating set that gives each person their own coaster. Or, create gift sets to use for wedding showers, housewarming, and hostess gifts throughout the year.

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Introducing the Easy Grit Stitch Mug Rug Pattern

When designing this mug rug pattern, I was curled up under a blanket daydreaming about snowy days and all the color and brightness that comes from seeing the snow-covered ground. The white and blue have a relaxing wintry vibe, but they are also cheery and can work for spring decor too.

If you haven’t tried the grit stitch yet, this is a great one to learn, and it’s perfect for beginners. It may look difficult, but it is made from alternating single crochet and double crochet stitches in a simple repeat. Already a grit stitch lover? Check out this washcloth.

The texture is great, and using cotton yarn means these mug rugs are durable, washable, and will absorb any condensation.

There are three different versions of this pattern, one solid and two different stripes options. Of course, you can create any variations of stripes yourself, making it even more fun! Use up all that scrap yarn in your stash and create sets of these for any of the holidays or to match your everyday decor.

Keep reading to follow the written pattern for each style below. But, if you need some additional step-by-step photos that walk you through the grit stitch, you can purchase the ad-free, PDF of this pattern on Etsy, Ravelry, and LoveCrafts.

About the Stitches

Before you can get started with this quick and easy mug rug, here are some details you need to know.

Skill Level: Easy / Beginner

Materials:

• Cotton Worsted Weight Yarn, such as Lily Sugar’n Cream Yarn
  • Solid: 25 yds (0.5 oz)
  • Vertical Stripes:
    • Color A – White – 20 yds (0.4 oz)
    • Color B – Beach Glass – 5 yds (0.1 oz)
  • Horizontal Stripe:
    • Color A – White – 5 yds (0.1 oz)
    • Color B – Beach Glass – 20 yds (0.4 oz)
• H-8 (5mm) Hook
• Scissors
• Yarn Needle

Gauge: For this project, gauge is not important, but for reference, it is – sc 13 stitches x 14 rows = 4″ square

Finished Dimensions: Approximately 4″ x 6″ (10.2cm x 15.2cm)

Stitch Abbreviations:

• ch – chain
• sc – single crochet
• dc – double crochet
• st – stitch
• sk – skip
• rep – repeat
• * – repeat instructions between asterisks as directed
• ( ) – work a group of stitches all in the same stitch or space

Pattern Notes:

• US Terms (US to UK terminology conversion)
• Size can be altered by using multiples of 2 + 1
• Ch 1 at the beginning of each row counts as a stitch
• Do not carry the yarn through when changing colors. Cut the yarn at each color change.

How to Make This Easy Crochet Mug Rug

Solid

Ch 15

Row 1: dc in 3rd ch from hook, * sk 1 ch, sc & dc in next ch *, repeat from * to * until only one ch st remains, 1 sc in the last ch. Turn (13)

Row 2: ch 1, dc in same st, * sk 1 st, sc & dc in next st *, repeat from * to * until only one st remains, 1 sc in the last stitch. Turn (13)

Row 3-18: Repeat row 2.

Fasten off and weave in ends. Add fringe (optional).

Vertical Stripes

In Color A, Ch 15

Row 1: dc in 3rd ch from hook, * sk 1 ch, sc & dc in next ch *, repeat from * to * until only one ch st remains, 1 sc in the last ch. Turn (13)

Row 2: ch 1, dc in same st, * sk 1 st, sc & dc in next st *, repeat from * to * until only one st remains, 1 sc in the last stitch. Change to color B. Turn (13)

Row 3-4: Repeat row 2. Change to Color A before turning at the end of row 4.

Row 5: Repeat row 2. Change to color B before turning at the end of the row.

Row 6-7: Repeat row 2. Change to Color A before turning at the end of row 4.

Row 8-18: Repeat row 2.

Fasten off and weave in ends. Add fringe (optional).

Horizontal Stripe

In Color B, Ch 21

Row 1: dc in 3rd ch from hook, * sk 1 ch, sc & dc in next ch *, repeat from * to * until only one ch st remains, 1 sc in the last ch. Turn (19)

Row 2: ch 1, dc in same st, * sk 1 st, sc & dc in next st *, repeat from * to * until only one st remains, 1 sc in the last stitch. Turn (19)

Row 3-8: Repeat row 2. Change to Color A before turning at the end of row 8.

Row 9-10: Repeat row 2. Change to Color B before turning at the end of row 8.

Row 11-12: Repeat row 2.

Fasten off and weave in ends. Add fringe (optional).

Purchase the Grit Stitch Mug Rug Pattern

You can buy the ad-free, PDF of this pattern on Etsy, Ravelry, and LoveCrafts.

More Patterns You Will Love

• Cotton Grit Stitch Washcloth
• Cotton Face Scrubbies
• USA Mug Rug

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