Super Simple Mug Cozy - Free Crochet Pattern

There's no denying that I'm a little obsessed with mug cozies. Ever since I began crocheting, I've been making and sharing these lovely adorable mug cozies with everyone I know. They're so quick and easy to make, and every coffee or tea drinker will love it! It doubles as a coaster so you wont burn your hands or ruin your table! 

My Favorite FREE Patterns to give as gifts this season!

As the fall progresses, only one thing has been on my mind lately. Christmas! I've skipped completely over Halloween and Thanksgiving in my mind and have begun thinking about what I am going to make and for whom this year. I love, love, LOVE sharing my crochet products with everyone. I always try and make it something they will actually like and use.

Sometimes this can be a challenge, which is why I've decided to collect all of my favorite go-to free patterns to use for gifts. 

Going Mug Cozy Crazy!

Hey everyone! Have ya missed me?

Turns out, being 7 months pregnant, caring for a 1.5 year old, and moving into our first home (!!) definitely takes a toll on ones body! We've been moved in for about a month now, and am finally getting into a new, hopefully more organized, routine. My family is loving the space, the garden, and (my favorite part) the house is all on one level! No more running up and down with laundry or to bedrooms or anything. It may sound lazy, but I'm excited to put those days behind me. ;)

My son, Jude, enjoying our strawberry patch at the new house!

In the meantime, and after unpacking my yarn stash (which happened right when we moved in of course), I got to work on some small easy projects that I could gift or possibly sell. Mug cozies have always been my go-to project when I have some cotton and don't know what to do with it. They're functional, adorable, and everyone loves them! Here is the pattern I used for the mug cozies pictured. I'm also selling these in my Etsy shop!

My work in progress

The finished product!

I also made some can cozies since its summertime and you could always use a way to identify your soda/beer from the other 4 sitting on that picnic table over there. The can cozies also fit on cups from almost any fast food place, so the condensation doesn't get everywhere! Or am I the only one that has that problem? Here is the pattern for the can cozies! 

Now I have made quite a few more cozies since these pictures, so make sure you check my Facebook page to see what I'm working on daily! I promise to be back soon with some more goodies. (;

Heres a peek at what's to come! I've been on a bag kick lately. To the left is a medium sized clutch, and to the right is a larger clutch with a handle. Stay tuned!

Works In Progress: Lamb Hat and Crocodile Clutch!

This week for me was all about trying new things. I purchased a pattern for an adorable baby lamb hat, and I absolutely LOVE how it turned out! I also gave a try at the intimidating yet surprisingly easy crocodile stitch in a cute clutch. And of course some various other projects in the works as well.

You can find a link to the pattern underneath its picture! I hope you find some inspiration in my work this week. I've been lacking it lately, but after a few days of building my inspiration I'm back on track!

Now for the pictures (:

 Baby Lamb Hat

This granny square is for Judes owl lovey that is in the works.

I used this youtube video for the start of it since it was my first time making a granny square!

This is my beloved crocodile stitch purse in the works! The handle is going to be that pink on the left. I'm thinking about doing the back in pink and grey striped single crochets, but thinking about weaving in all those ends is making me dizzy! (;

 

Here I am wearing a cowl I quickly made one afternoon. No pattern used, just chain however long you want it, join to make a ring, and half double crochet around until you get your desired width! Easy peasy!

A mug cozy! I seem to just keep making these whenever I have an extra 20 minutes. They really are SO easy!

Remember this bag? Well my amazing grandmother sewed me a lining for it! It's pinned in and ready to be sewed in by me, I just haven't had the time to start it yet.

And last but not least, dish cloths. Or wash cloths. Or dusting rags. Or spit up rags. Can you tell I use these a lot?

I also realized I forgot to take a picture of my scrap rug I've been working on, but that's okay because I plan on making a whole new post for that (: 

Keep an eye out for the Lamb Hat, Cowl, and Mug Cozy in my Etsy Shop. If you haven't yet, you should check it out! I add new listings weekly and love to work on custom orders!

I hope you guys enjoy all the free patterns. Don't forget to share what you've been working on too!

Chunky Mug Cozy Free Pattern!

Hey there! I'm back with another great EASY pattern for you guys! You already know I'm fond of mug cozys, but I had some chunky yarn I wanted to use, so I made a pattern for one! 

This cozy covers the bottom and sides of the mug, and attaches with a button! The best part about this cozy is, not only does it work up super fast, but you can use ANY color combinations you like! I can't wait to see what you all come up with.

Materials
Bulky Yarn (I Used Loops & Threads: Charisma in Yellow and Electric Blue 

I hook 5.50MM

Chunky Yarn

Terms

MC - Magic Circle

CH - Chain

ST - Stitch

Sl St - Slip Stitch

SC - Single Crochet

DC - Double Crochet

HDC - Half Double Crochet

BLO - Back Loop Only

 

Using your main color (blue) make a Magic Circle (Click here for a tutorial)

Row 1: CH 3 (counts as first DC), DC 9 times in MC. Join to 3^rd CH with a sl st.

Row 2: CH 3, DC twice in each DC around. Join to 3^rd CH with a sl st.

Row 3: CH 1, *SC twice in next DC, SC in next DC.* Repeat till end of round. Sl st to first CH.

Row 4: CH 1, in BLO (Back Loop Only) HDC around. Leave last 3 st unworked.

Row 5: CH 1, TURN** (You will be working in rows now) HDC in each HDC around.

Row 6: Repeat Row 5.

Row 7: (Change color (yellow) in last st of row 6) Ch 3 (counts as first DC), turn, Sk first st and DC into the next st and each st around.

Row 8: (Change color back to Main Color in last st of row 7) CH 1, Turn, HDC in each st down.

Row 9: CH 3, Turn. DC in each st down.

Row 10: CH 1, Turn. SC semi tightly in each stitch down (this makes it fit the top of the mug better). At end of row CH 8 and sl st to the last sc you made.

Now just finish off, weave in your ends, and sew on a button! Make some brightly colored ones for summer, more natural colors for fall, or even use your favorite sports teams colors!

Have any questions for me?! Leave a comment below!