Quilt Patterns You Can Stitch Before Christmas
Are you looking for quick Christmas quilt ideas you can finish in the midst of the holiday rush? Try these simple patterns for presents everyone on your list will appreciate.
Hugs for Mugs
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Transform plain mugs into beautiful works of art with this attractive mug cozy. The quilted design features a repeating pattern of hearts in red and white, and a simple combination of a button and a fabric loop holds it in place.
The coffee and tea drinkers on your list will love it not only because you put a bit of your own heart into making it but also for the added bonus of their drinks staying warm for longer.
Stash Buster Stockings
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Is your stash overflowing with fabric scraps? Gather them all up, and make unique Christmas stockings for the whole family.
Piece together colors and patterns to match the distinctive personalities of your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews to create 15-inch stockings with plenty of room for Santa to tuck presents.
You’ll free up space in your stash and give the fabric new life, and your family members will enjoy the blessing of handmade treasures they can use for years.
Pretty Patchwork
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Dress up your holiday table with the colors of the season stitched into a 51-inch table runner. Repeating diamonds create a beautiful pattern showcasing your favorite Christmas fabrics, and the tapered ends add an elegant touch.
Use the red, green and white theme shown in the pattern design, or get creative with other fabrics to complement your holiday table settings.
It’s just the right size to make a quick addition to your Christmas décor and dress up the table before company starts arriving.
Gingerbread for Your Latte
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If you know someone who’s always sipping a tasty holiday beverage, why not whip up a special “mug rug?” A cute applique design of a gingerbread man, sugar cookie and other treats of the Christmas season makes the perfect complement to a cup of coffee, mug of tea or homemade specialty concoction.
Plus, it keeps surfaces safe from spills so that the recipient can happily enjoy a hot beverage anywhere without worrying about making a mess.
You don’t have to scramble and rush your way through the holiday crafting season. Focus on simple patterns like these, and enjoy your quilting time as you stitch your way through the classic motifs of the season.