I’m so happy you’re here for my new Therm O Web tutorial today—it’s officially the season of sunshine, backyard gatherings, and all things red, white, and blue! With the 4th of July just around the corner (and such a special one this year as we celebrate America’s 250th!), I couldn’t resist creating something festive, fun, and functional to help make your celebrations even more memorable.
If you love quick projects with a big impact, you’re going to adore this Stars, Stripes, and Snacks Mug Rug. It’s the perfect little addition to your holiday table—great for holding a drink and a treat while adding a handmade patriotic touch. Even better, this project is a fantastic way to dig into your fabric scraps and turn those smaller pieces into something bright and beautiful. Whether you prefer uniform strips or a mix of varying widths, this design lets you play and personalize to your heart’s content.
I’ve shared the full step-by-step tutorial over on the Therm O Web blog, where you’ll also find the complete supply list and downloadable templates—including three different star sizes to customize your look. I walk you through the entire process so you can confidently create your own snack mat just in time for your July celebrations!
A Look at the Supplies You Need:
A quick note: some of the links you’ll find here are affiliate links. If you choose to buy through them, I may earn a small commission. That support helps keep this blog running and ad-free for everyone—thank you for being here!- Bliss 100% Cotton Batting
- 1 — 11” W x 7 ½” H
- HeatnBond VersaCraft Firm Non-Woven Fusible Interfacing
- 1 — 10 ½” W x 7” H
- PeelnStick Basting Tape Double-Sided Adhesive 1/8 in
- HeatnBond Lite Quilter's Edge Iron-On Adhesive Tape, 1/4 in
- HeatnBond Lite EZ-Print Iron-On Adhesive Sheet or HeatnBond Lite Iron-On Adhesive
- Cotton Fabric — Scraps/Various Strips of Red, White and B
(Model uses Branded by Sweetwater for Moda) - 8 — 7” x 2” Strips (or a Variety of Strip Sizes to cover Batting)
- 1 — 10 ½” W x 7” H (Backing)
- Various scraps 3” to 5” Squares for Star AppliquĆ©s
- ½” Rick Rack in a Coordinating Color (Model uses ½" Hand-Dyed Rick Rack from Lady Dot Creates)
1 Yard
- Oliso Iron
- Basic Tools (sewing machine, cutting mat, rotary cutter, small sharp scissors, pencil, needle and thread)
- Wonder Clips
- Seam Roller
To find the free tutorial, visit:
https://www.thermoweb.com/blogs/blog/stars-stripes-and-snacks-new-heatnbond-products
This project gave me the chance to work with some amazing new Therm O Web products that truly make the process easier and more enjoyable. I used Bliss 100% Cotton Batting for a soft, high-quality finish, and HeatnBond VersaCraft Firm Non-Woven Single-Sided Fusible Interfacing to give the mat structure and stability. The PeelnStick Basting Tape Double-Sided Adhesive is a game-changer for holding the rick rack in place without pins, and HeatnBond Lite Quilter’s Edge Iron-On Adhesive Tape helps create crisp, clean edges with ease. These products work together beautifully to simplify construction and help you achieve professional-looking results.
I hope this project inspires you to start creating for the holiday early—there’s nothing better than celebrating with handmade pieces that add a personal touch to your gatherings. Plus, it’s such a joy to transform fabric scraps into something both useful and festive!
Be sure to head over to the Therm O Web blog for the full tutorial and templates so you can make your own Stars, Stripes, and Snacks Mug Rug. I can’t wait to see how you put your own spin on it! Wishing you a wonderful start to your summer and a joyful, creative lead-up to the 4th of July! š„✨
