The Ember & Ash Fringed Mug Rug: A Free Knitting Pattern for a Textured, Modern Coaster

Introducing the Ember & Ash Fringed Mug Rug

Elevate your coffee break with this luxuriously textured mug rug, featuring a rich, two-tone slipped stitch pattern and a playful fringed edge. Knitted flat in super bulky yarn, it's a quick and satisfying project that adds a touch of modern warmth to any table. The dense, textured fabric is perfect for absorbing condensation, while the contrasting colors create a striking visual effect. Whether you're a beginner looking for a rewarding first project or an experienced knitter seeking a quick gift, this pattern delivers both style and function.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Super Bulky weight yarn (Size 6). Approximately 30 yards each of two contrasting colors. Sample uses Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in 'Charcoal' (Color A) and 'Butterscotch' (Color B).
• Needles: US Size 11 (8.0 mm) knitting needles, or size needed to obtain gauge.
• Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving ends, scissors for cutting fringe.
• Gauge: 10 stitches x 16 rows = 4 inches in slipped stitch pattern (after blocking).

Step-by-Step Instructions

Finished Size

Approximately 5 inches wide by 7 inches long (including fringe).

Abbreviations

• CO: Cast on
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• Sl1 wyif: Slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn held in front of work
• Sl1 wyib: Slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn held in back of work
• Rep: Repeat
• St(s): Stitch(es)
• BO: Bind off

Pattern Notes

• The slipped stitch pattern creates a dense, textured fabric that is perfect for absorbing condensation.
• Carry the unused color loosely up the side of the work. Do not cut yarn until instructed.
• The fringe is created by cutting lengths of yarn and knotting them into the cast-on and bind-off edges.

Knitting Instructions

With Color A, CO 14 sts.

Row 1 (RS): With Color A, K all sts.

Row 2 (WS): With Color A, K all sts.

Row 3 (RS): With Color B, K1, *Sl1 wyib, K1; rep from * to last st, K1.

Row 4 (WS): With Color B, K1, *Sl1 wyif, K1; rep from * to last st, K1.

Row 5 (RS): With Color A, K all sts.

Row 6 (WS): With Color A, K all sts.

Row 7 (RS): With Color B, K2, *Sl1 wyib, K1; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.

Row 8 (WS): With Color B, K2, *Sl1 wyif, K1; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.

Repeat Rows 1-8 until piece measures approximately 6.5 inches from cast-on edge, ending after a Row 6 (Color A) or Row 8 (Color B).

Final Rows:

Next Row (RS): With Color A, K all sts.

Next Row (WS): With Color A, K all sts.

BO all sts loosely in knit. Weave in all ends.

Adding the Fringe

Cut 28 lengths of Color A and 28 lengths of Color B, each approximately 6 inches long.

Working along the cast-on edge, insert hook from back to front through the first stitch. Fold one length of Color A in half, place loop on hook, and pull through the stitch. Pull the ends through the loop and tighten. Repeat across the edge, alternating colors (A, B, A, B...). You will have 14 fringe groups.

Repeat for the bind-off edge.

Trim fringe evenly to desired length (approximately 1.5 inches).

Your Ember & Ash Fringed Mug Rug is now complete! Enjoy the rich texture and modern warmth it brings to your table.