Knitted Squishy Mug Hug

The Knitted Squishy Mug Hug is the perfect companion for your morning cup of coffee or tea, adding a touch of coziness to your daily routine. This adorable accessory not only keeps your hands warm as you savor your favorite hot beverage but also adds a charming and unique flair to your mug. Whether you're looking to elevate your own coffee breaks or searching for a thoughtful gift for a friend, the Knitted Squishy Mug Hug is sure to bring a smile to your face. Its soft texture and delightful design make it a must-have for anyone who appreciates the little joys in life. A simple yet lovely addition to your kitchenware collection, this mug hug is bound to become a cherished part of your morning ritual.

Now, I'm not sure what kind of yarn this is. It's either Loops & Threads Charisma or Deborah Norville Serenity Chunky. But any yarn of that comparable weight will work just fine.

also needed:

• size 11 (8mm) straight needles
• one button (larger decorative, size depends on whats left over. you'll see don't rush me)
• matching thread or embroidery floss and needle for attaching button

Cast on 7sts (this depends on how wide you want your hug to be. Make sure it's an uneven number)

Row 1: K1, p1, rep to end of row, ending with a k1

Repeat row 1 til desired length has been reached. Now this should be the hug stretched around the mug itself, you want it nice and snug fitting. Once it reaches the perfect length, bind off in pattern.

Button tie:

This is where the creative part begins, you may only have a few inches of yarn left, thats plenty! What you do is draw the yarn through the edge of the mug hug, in the middle. Nobody likes an uncentered button. Don't pull it all the way through, thread it back through the other side of the stitch so both raw ends are on the wrong side of your hug. Knot the ends together, resulting in a loop large enough to accommodate you're chosen button. If not, might have to dig through the stash again, I did. Tada, matching loop for your mug hug!