Freebie: Hot Coffee Served Here – Mug Rug Quilt Idea

Make instant cuteness and coffee in your kitchen with this free printable I spied at Kleinworth & Co. Besides the decor, Gina is hosting a giveaway for a Ninja Coffee Bar® System. It does make a nice looking cup of Cappuccino.

Click here to get your free Hot Coffee Served Here printable and giveaway instructions.

How to Make a Quilted Coffee Mug Rug with a Free Printable Transfer

If you love coffee and quilting, this charming “Hot Coffee Served Here” printable is the perfect way to combine both passions into one cozy project. Today, we’re showing you how to transform this free coffee-themed printable into a stylish quilted mug rug—perfect for your morning cup or as a gift for your favorite caffeine lover!

What You’ll Need:

Free Coffee Printable (Download from here)
Inkjet iron-on transfer paper (for light or dark fabric)
100% cotton white or neutral fabric for center panel
Coordinating black & white fabrics for patchwork border
Batting (low loft)
Backing fabric
Sewing machine, iron & basic sewing supplies

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Print the Design
Download and print the “Hot Coffee Served Here” image onto iron-on transfer paper, following your paper’s instructions (mirror the image if needed).
Transfer to Fabric
Iron the printed design onto a pre-cut piece of cotton fabric (about 6.5″ x 8.5″), using firm pressure and even heat. Let it cool completely before peeling.
Create the Patchwork Border
Cut coordinating black and white fabrics into small squares or strips to border the center panel. Piece them together around the transferred design to create a frame. Press all seams flat.
Assemble the Mug Rug
Layer the backing fabric (right side down), batting, and your quilt top (right side up). Baste the layers together using pins or spray baste.
Quilt & Bind
Quilt through all layers using straight lines or free-motion quilting. Trim edges, then bind with black polka-dot or stripe fabric for a modern café vibe.

Perfect For:

Gifting with a bag of coffee beans
A cozy addition to your home office or breakfast nook
Holiday craft fairs or swaps

First Impressions While Flipping Through the Book

Some quilting books feel calm and minimal. Others feel like opening a box of bright fabric scraps that instantly makes you want to start sewing.

That was my first reaction when I started flipping through Scrappiness Is Happiness by Lori Holt.

This book is packed with colour, cheerful quilt blocks, and the kind of playful patchwork designs that make scrap quilting so addictive. I found myself stopping on page after page thinking, “That block would be perfect for leftover charm squares…”

It’s the sort of book that encourages you to dig straight into your scrap bins.

What This Quilting Book Is All About

As the title suggests, this book celebrates scrap quilting.

Instead of focusing on a single large quilt pattern, the book includes a large collection of quilt blocks and scrappy quilt layouts designed to use small pieces of fabric.

If you’re someone who hates throwing away fabric leftovers (which is most quilters), this book is full of inspiration for turning those scraps into beautiful quilts.

Inside the book you’ll find:

dozens of colourful quilt block patterns
• scrappy quilt layouts
• projects designed for leftover fabrics
• Lori Holt’s signature cheerful quilting style

The Quilt Blocks That Caught My Eye

While browsing the pages, several blocks immediately stood out.

There are plenty of classic quilt block shapes, but the way they’re presented with bright fabrics makes them feel fresh and modern.

The blocks are ideal for:

scrap quilts
• sampler quilts
• block-of-the-month style projects
• mixing prints and colours

I particularly loved the blocks that combine traditional shapes with playful colour placement. They’re simple enough to sew but still look visually interesting when repeated across a quilt.

The Style of the Book

If you’re familiar with Lori Holt’s work, you’ll recognise her style straight away.

The book leans heavily into:

bright cheerful fabrics
• vintage-inspired colour palettes
• classic patchwork shapes
• fun and approachable quilt designs

It’s the kind of quilting book that feels uplifting to browse. Even if you’re not ready to start a new quilt immediately, it’s inspiring just to flip through the block designs.

Who This Book Is Best For

After spending time looking through the book, I’d say it’s ideal for:

quilters who love scrap quilting
• anyone wanting to use up leftover fabric pieces
• makers who enjoy block-based quilt designs
• quilters looking for colourful, cheerful quilt inspiration

Many of the blocks are approachable enough for confident beginners, but the variety also keeps experienced quilters interested.

Would I Recommend It?

If your scrap bin is starting to overflow (which tends to happen to all of us eventually), Scrappiness Is Happiness is the kind of book that turns those leftover fabrics into opportunity.

It’s full of lively quilt block ideas and creative layouts that make scrap quilting feel exciting rather than overwhelming.

For quilters who enjoy bright fabrics, classic patchwork shapes, and the freedom of scrappy quilt design, this book is a fun and inspiring addition to the quilting bookshelf.