What do you use a mug rug for?

They can be used to protect your table or furniture against plant pots, serving bowls, condiments and much more. A pretty mug rug added to a dressing table is the perfect place for your perfume bottles or brush and comb set. They can adorn coffee tables, desks and worktables.

What can I use instead of batting fabric?

A flannel sheet is a good alternative. You can also use a flannel sheet for the batting of a traditional quilt, but check first to make sure the pattern doesn’t show through the top or backing. For an even lighter weight, you can use a regular sheet. Regular sheets will give the quilt less body than flannel.

What kind of batting do you use for hand quilting?

BEST FOR HAND QUILTING Many hand quilters love using Wool Quilt Batting on their projects because of how soft it is and how easily the needle glides through the layers.

How do you make a mug rug without binding?

Here is a quick tutorial on how to make mug rugs without binding:

1. Look in your stash for orphan blocks. The four-patch above was made with 2-1/2″ squares a while ago.
2. Add narrow borders to complement the design.
3. Make the ‘quilt sandwich’.
4. Stitch the layers together.
5. Turn the mug rugs inside out.
6. Quilt the mug rug.

What size is a mug rug?

Mug rugs are typically any size between a 4 x 7 and a 12 x 8. They are known for being able to place your mug on with a tasty treat such as a croissant, bagel or cookie.

What can I use instead of batting for upholstery?

Organic Cotton. Organic cotton is another commonly used upholstery batting. It is soft, durable, and often has an invisible scrim.

Can I use a blanket instead of batting?

An old wool blanket that still has plenty of warmth to offer but is truly showing its age can be used as batting if you wash it first. Exposing it to hot water in a modern, agitating washer is the best way to be sure that the blanket won’t shrink later.

Can I use fleece instead of batting?

Fleece — a Less Expensive Choice The fleece layer replaces both the batting (wadding) and backing layers. Fleece also comes in wider widths than the standard quilter’s cotton most often used for backings, so it’s often possible to back your quilt without having to piece the fleece backing to make it wider.

What is the best fusible batting for quilts?

One of the most popular fusible batting brands is Hobbs, and they make an 80/20 cotton-polyster blend fusible batting that we’re going to use as an example here. Note: Since this batting is 80/20 cotton-polyester, it will shrink when you first wash it.

What is the best batting?

Cotton batting is very soft and comfortable which makes it popular choice. 100% cotton batting is around 1/8 inches thick. Polyester batting is great for holding its thickness and shape compared to other types of batting. They are the number one choice bedding.