Decoupage Coffee mug coasters...my latest DIY .

I was toying with the idea of making my own coffee table coasters for sometime now.
Decoupaging is a versatile craft idea.One of the most popular one I guess, is decoupaged table top coasters.It not only is easy but can be made with just a fraction of cost.
Just an initial investment of a couple of things from the craft store and one can make a bunch of colorful coffee mug coasters to go with your living room decor and theme.One can keep changing them according to different seasons and festivities.All we require to make new ones are some theme inspired pieces of paper.
Here is how I made my coffee coasters.little bit of patience and I was done:)

MATERIALS REQUIRED:

*small square pieces of tiles(home depot or any tile shop)
*Sponge brush , scissors
*colored papers or designed paper napkins of your choice.
* Mod podge
*A piece of felt or thin cork board.

METHOD:

cut the paper to fit the size and shape of the tile.make sure to cut the paper itsy bit smaller than the tile(lesson learned for me).That way the edges do not get torn during usage.

Apply a coat of mod podge on the tile and slowly and carefully place the cut paper on top of the tile smoothing it out all the while.

Next apply a coat of mod podge on top of the paper.let it dry.Reapply several layers of mod podge , drying in between each coat.(here is where all your patience is required)

I used 3 layers of mod podge myself.I think that is more than enough.Let everything dry real well for 2-3 hrs.

Next step is to cut the felt or cork in square shape and attach it to the bottom of the tile

with glue.This , as you know prevents the coaster from scratching your precious table top.

Let everything dry real well before you put your hot stuffs on them!!

I have stencilled a gold design on the pumpkin pie colored paper.

 and dried  it well before applying mod podge on it.

Pumpkin pie , paisley , lotus candle and something good to sip...:)

Did you notice my new candle votive.Peacock colored !!Paisley,Peacock and my favorite theme...:)

These home made coasters can form a nice gift item for our dear friends.They have so much personal touch in them :)

I am so happy with the end result.My first ever decoupage project :)

Did you like it? :) I'm lovin' it.

Pls let me know what you think.Your thoughts and comment inspire me all the more to try such new stuffs..

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Sarmistha
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