Sew Festive Gifts Workshop: Buttonhole Appliqué Mug Rugs

Stitch a little festive magic in this Sew Festive Gifts: Buttonhole Appliqué Mug Rugs Workshop!

Add a dash of handmade charm to your coffee table this season with this joyful, hands-on sewing workshop. You’ll create beautiful appliquéd mug rugs — small quilted mats just the right size for a cup of coffee (and a biscuit or two!).

Guided by your tutor, you’ll explore the art of buttonhole appliqué, using fabric scraps, fusible web, and decorative stitching to design your own festive mug rugs. You’ll learn how to trace and cut appliqué shapes, use the buttonhole (blanket) stitch for decorative edges, and assemble your mug rugs with precision and style.

Enjoy a full day of festive fun with like-minded crafters, as you practise your stitching skills, experiment with fabric combinations, and finish a collection of mug rugs to gift, share, or keep for yourself. Whether you’re new to sewing or looking to refine your appliqué techniques, you’ll enjoy a creative day filled with colour, conversation, and Christmas cheer.

Swap store-bought gifts for something stitched with love, and celebrate the season your way!