This is a super easy and simple placemat and rug mug crochet pattern set for a weekend project
I chose to reveal the patterns as a weekend crochet along starting May 31st & June 1st.
This crochet set is great as a gift or to change your home style.
The pattern is for one placemat and rug mug, but you make as many as you need.
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What size should a rug mug be?
A mug rug, typically a small, decorative mat for placing under a coffee mug, is usually about 4×6 to 5×8 inches in size.
This size is perfect for accommodating both the mug and a small snack, providing enough space to protect your table surface from spills and heat.
Adjustments can be made based on personal preference or the intended use, but these dimensions are a good starting point for most mug rugs
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How to care for your crochet dishcloths?
A coaster and a mug rug serve similar purposes but differ in size and function.
A coaster is a small, round or square piece, typically about 3.5 to 4 inches in diameter, designed to hold a single drink and protect surfaces from moisture and heat.
In contrast, a mug rug is slightly larger, usually around 4×6 to 5×8 inches, offering more space not only for a mug but also for a small snack.
Coasters are compact and perfect for drinks alone, mug rugs add a cozy, decorative touch with added functionality.
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Let’s get to the pattern, shall we? Working a Rocco Placemat & Rug Mug Set Crochet Pattern
All details in this part are for both the rug mug and the placemat
Difficulty
Materials
Or any Aran weight #4 Cotton yarn
Hook: US Size H-8 (5 mm)
Yarn Needle, Scissors, Measuring Tape
Sizes
- PlaceMat One size – measure depends on your yarn choice. 18 “ long – 12” height
- Rug Mug One size – 7” X 4”
Stitch Key
- Ch = Chain
- St = Stitch
- Dc = Double Crochet
- Sc = Single Crochet
- Yo = Yarn over
Specialty Stitch
X stitch = [Skip 1 st, dc 1 in next st, dc 1 in skipped st]
Spyke extended Single crochet stitch – [insert hook, yo, pull through one loop, insert hook in the hole from two rows down, pull through, yo and finish sc] Photo tutorial below.
Notes
- This pattern is worked in rows
- Ch 1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
- You can work this pattern with one color or multiple as you wish- I used one color
- If changing colors make sure to have a changing technique and weave your ends in.
- For the rug mug I added fringe for a more boho style
Instructions Rug Mug
Ch 13
Row 1: Sc1 in 2nd ch, sc 1 in each ch to end of row
Row 2: Ch 1 and turn your work, sc 1 in 1st st from hook, sc1 in each st to end of row
Row 3: Ch1 and turn your work, the first and last st of this row we will make a sc, the second st we start the pattern, [insert hook, yo, pull through one loop, insert hook in the hole from two rows down, pull through, yo and finish sc]
Pic # 1 Pic #2 Pic #3
Pic #4 Pic # 5
Rows 4+5: Ch 1 and turn your work, sc 1 in 1st st from prev row, sc1 in each st to end of row
Repeat Rows 3+4+5 – six times or until size
Finish the pattern with two rows of single crochet stitches
Add fringe (optional)
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Instructions Rocco Placemat
Ch 43
Row 1: sc1 in 2nd ch, sc 1 in each ch to end of row, turn
Row 2: Ch 1 and turn your work, sc 1 in 1st st from prev row, sc1 in each st to end of row, turn
Row 3: Ch 3,dc1 in 2nd st from hook, X st in next st ( skip 1 st, dc1 in next, dc1 in skipped st), x st in each st from prev row until two last, dc1 in two last stitches, turn
Row 4: Ch 1, sc 1 in 1st st from prev row, sc1 in each st to end of row
Rows 5-9: Repeat R4
Row 10: Ch 3,dc1 in 2nd st from hook, X st in next st ( skip 1 st, dc1 in next, dc1 in skipped st), x st in each st from prev row until two last, dc1 in two last stitches, turn
*Repeat rows 4-10, 7 times or until desired length
Finish the pattern with two rows of Single crochet stitches
What size should a placemat be?
A crochet placemat is typically designed to accommodate a standard place setting, with dimensions ranging from 12×18 to 14×20 inches.
This size provides enough space for a dinner plate, cutlery, and a drinking glass, ensuring your table setting looks neat and organized while protecting the table surface from spills and heat.
Adjust the size based on your table dimensions and personal preferences for the best fit.
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