Quick and Easy Scalloped Mug Rug

Crochet this pretty mug rug for a housewarming gift for friends, and family. The simple coaster pattern comes in 2 sizes and is a perfect last-minute gift. ***This crochet pattern is available for free on my website or you can download it here as a print-optimized, ad-free PDF for your convenience. PDF includes picture tutorial.*** **Difficulty:** Easy **Materials Needed:** 1 skein #4 Caron Cotton Cakes yarn in “Lighthouse” (available exclusively at Michael's) -Approximately 55 yds for square coaster, or 65 yds for rectangle coaster 4mm hook, or hook needed to obtain gauge Yarn needle Scissors Stitch markers (Optional) Yarn winder (Optional) **Stitches Used:** ch = chain sc = single crochet dc = double crochet BPhdc = back post half double crochet BPsc = back post single crochet **Additional Terms:** Spike st = using relaxed tension, insert hook into front loop of stitch from previous row, draw up a loop, complete as you would a regular single crochet. st/sts = stitch/stitches sp/sps = space/spaces sk = skip prev = previous **Gauge:** 14 sc in 4”, however, gauge is not particularly important for this project. **Measurements:** Square: 6 3/4" wide x 6 3/4" tall Rectangular: 8 1/4” wide x 6 3/4” tall **Additional Notes:** -Ch 1 at beginning of row does not count as a stitch. -The piece will curl a bit until you finish with the last round of shells. Using relaxed tension when making the spike stitches will reduce the amount of curl. -Caron Cotton Cakes yarn is closer to a #3 weight. Trying to make this in another cotton such as Lily Sugar ‘n Cream will give you a much larger mug rug. -A small picture tutorial is included at the bottom of this post to help you keep track of your rows and show you what they should look like. -See pattern for more notes.