Absorbent pretty coasters
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I've been searching for absorbent coasters with a nice coastal design but they're all so expensive! Anyone have a DIY for them? Would love something like this.
Lighthouse in my town
7 answers
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I am wondering if you could mod podge a picture of your choice on to a cork coaster. I have not done it but it may be worth a try.
Tonia
on Jul 08, 2015
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I agree with Tonia that mod podge would be the best option. The blog modpodgerocksblog.com has tutorials on making coasters, if you want to check it out.
Donnag0919
on Jul 08, 2015
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I don't have a solution but a question. I've always seen those coasters with cork on one side and a design on the other... are you supposed to turn those cork side UP or DOWN when you use them?
Pat Kelley Wittorf
on Jul 08, 2015
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No, you are supposed to put the cork on the table,the stone should absorb the water.
Funnygirl
on Jul 09, 2015
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Buy some 4 inch travertine tile at Home Depot, or Lowes, they are pretty cheap. Stencil your design, allow to dry for a few hours then put them in the oven at 250 for about 15 minutes, depending on how thick your paint is. This makes the paint not run when wet. Put felt on the back. The travertine is absorbent. If you use mod pudge the material is no longer absorbent.
Robin Dering Rose
on Jul 09, 2015
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I agree with Robin Dering Rose's suggestion. Exactly what I was going to post!
Amandakayesnana
on Jul 09, 2015
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I found cork coasters to be too small for my family. Instead I bought cork trivets from IKEA, we used photo transfer paper and ironed on our designs. They are approximately 7 inches in diameter and come three to a pack for $3.99.Another option would be cork sheets from Home Depot. You can trim them to your desired size before decorating them. (We have a collection of oversize coffee mugs that just don't fit a standard coaster.)
Susan Bechamp
on Jul 09, 2015
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