My scrap wood stips were already painted. You can leave yours natural, or paint them to match your decor or occasion.

I used my table saw to cut a piece of 4" x 4" plywood for the backer board of my coaster.

Then I trimmed all the scrap wood to fit the board. In retrospect, I could have done all the trimming after the thing was assembled.

Move around the pieces of scrap wood until you get a color arrangement that pleases you.

If you don't have a nail gun, it's okay! The wood glue is the most important part anyway.

So at least glue the pieces down onto the plywood.

If you want a pneumatic nailer, this one is called a pin nailer because it shoots very tiny 23 gauge nails that are basically pins. I love it and use it anytime I make a mosaic.

You can clear coat your coasters, but you'll need to use something that holds up well to moisture, like Helmsman Spar Urethane.

Or perhaps try some thick counter top epoxy to give it a thick glossy finish.

See the full tutorial on Girls Build Club blog here.

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