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DIY Drink Coasters w/ Mod Podge

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The sun is shining bright here in Kentucky, so I am ready for some patio time!
 
I was at Lowe’s last week, and was trying to find some kind of crafty inspiration.  I just walked down every isle, until I found myself in the flooring section.  I saw these little 4 X 4 inch tiles for 16 cents, and grabbed 4.    I immediately thought…Coasters!  I love coasters, and was originally going to make them for my living room, but decided to make these fun summery coasters for my patio! 
This is how I made mine…
 
 
First, I painted a coat of Mod Podge on the top of the tile.  
Do one at a time…it dries quickly!
 
Then, I smoothed some scrapbook paper over the Mod Podge.
 
Once that dried, I flipped the tile over and cut of the excess paper with my x-acto knife.
 
Next, I turned the tile back over and painted on a top coat of Mod Podge.
 
Make sure to smooth out the edges and get any wrinkles or bubbles out.
 
Now here is the fun part!  I cut out shapes that remind me of Summer, using my Cricut machine.  You can buy pre-cut shapes at most craft stores, or cut them out yourself if you don’t have a machine.  I simply painted on Mod Podge where I wanted the shape, then placed the shape in that spot, and painted a layer of Mod Podge on top.
 
 
I painted an extra coat of Mod Podge over the whole tile to seal and protect it.
 
The last thing I did was hot glue some foam padding on the bottom so it won’t scratch the furniture!
(Sorry about the poor picture quality, but the sun was shining right in the window for this one.)
 
These adorable coasters would make a great gift for a teacher, friends, or neighbors!  This would also be a really fun craft project for kids…the possibilities are truly endless!

Filed Under: Crafts, Mod Podge, teacher gift

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  1. Kristin says

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    So cute for summer!

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  2. Lisa Williams says

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    I made some of these for my family at Christmas and they loved them and they were so easy to do. I also sprayed a thin coat of clear spray paint on mine. I LOVE the die cuts you put on yours! Coasters have endless possibilities!

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  3. Four Marrs and One Venus says

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    Ok- Jessica…super super cute! How fun and easy are these!?! What a great summer thing to do..could make great gifts as well! Loving this!

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  4. Kim-A Creative Spirit says

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    These are adorable and with Lowe’s being right around the corner, I may have to make some of these soon.

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  5. Jennifer @ Delightfully Noted says

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    I love how summery they are!

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  6. ~ Laura says

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    What a super idea!! What a fun hostess gift they would be!! I love the summer theme, too!! So cute!! :)

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  7. Inspired By Felicity says

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    These are too cute!

    -Pamela

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  8. Janel@hatingmartha says

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    Hello! These are adorable…so cute! Thanks for linking up at the Stinky Linky party!

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  9. theoriginalthread says

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    Fab idea, you can never have enough coasters, mine always disappear. Thanks for sharing, will definitely be giving this a go.

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  10. Shiloh says

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    Those are so cool! I love coasters, and I have a ton. Maybe I should just say that I’m officially collecting coasters. These are just so fun.

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  11. Abbie says

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    Oh, and I love these! SO colorful and fun!

    Thanks so much for linking up at Feature Friday FREE-FOR-ALL!

    ~Abbie

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  12. Seaweed and Raine says

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    Very cute and Summery!

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  13. Paula says

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    Very cute! I love the summery theme! We’d love for you to share this at our party! http://housewivesofriverton.blogspot.com/2012/03/riverton-housewives-round-up-8.html

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  14. Christine says

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    I love these coasters! I have some left over tiles from my kitchen! I will try this!

    I hope you’ll share this at The DIY Dreamer… PLEASE
    http://thediydreamer.blogspot.ca/2012/03/from-dream-to-reality-linky-party-7.html

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  15. Rosemary@villabarnes says

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    Great summer project. Love the colors, and mix of patterns.

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  16. Karla says

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    So cute. I need to make some cute ones for summer. Thanks for the tutorial. :)

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  17. Six Sisters says

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    These coasters are so cute! Thanks for being a part of our “Strut Your Stuff Saturday.” We loved having you and hope you’ll be back! -The Sisters

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  18. rubyslipperz says

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    Great tutorial! These are VERY fun coasters…my mind is dancing..no, buzzing with even ideas from your great inspiration!

    hugZ,
    annie
    anniesrubyslipperz.com

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  19. Rachel {Lines Across} says

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    Very cute. They turned out great. I would love it if you would stop by and share at my Monday link party.
    http://linesacrossmyface.blogspot.com/2012/03/cure-for-common-monday-32.html

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  20. Julie E says

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    These coasters are adorable. I really like the summer vibe. I’d love for you to come share at my first linky party!

    http://whitelightsonwednesday.blogspot.com/2012/03/wednesday-whatsits-1-link-party.html

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  21. Aretusa says

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    Hi!
    I’m Aretusa! I loved so much your idea and I made a post about it.
    Here is the link:
    http://petitepoohmonamour.blogspot.it/2012/03/primavera-giorno-ii.html
    Hope you’ll enjoy it.
    Hugs
    Aretusa

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  22. Judy says

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    Those are so super cute. I just love them. Perfect for summer. I’d love for you to come and join in my party that is going on right now. Hope to see you there.

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  23. How to Nest for Less says

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    These are just too flippin’ cute!!!!

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  24. Sugarr2518 says

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    I’m wishing that I had a Circut or something similar to it then I could easily make some of those cute cutouts! Yours are just so cute! I bought a set of tiles also to make a set of coasters. I was just wondering how well the paper holds up when you put a glass of water on it? Does it bubble at all?

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    • Anonymous says

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      Mod podge is not waterproof so you need to spray a waterproof sealer on them and they will work perfect.

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  25. Abbie says

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    Ack! These are just toooooo stinkin’ cute!

    Letting you know that I’m featuring these today for our Feature Friday FREE-FOR-ALL round up! : )

    ~Abbie

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  26. Fox Hollow Cottage says

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    Don’t tell… but I have never Mod Podged a thing. Those are darling! Love the pinchy critters best =)

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  27. Desiree @ The 36th AVENUE says

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    This is so darn cute and happy.
    I am featuring you tomorrow… Thank you so much for sharing your project over at my party!

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  28. Julie @ Knot All That I Seam says

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    Love this idea! So pretty! I’m your newest subscriber. I’d love you to drop by my blog too! http://www.knotallthatiseam.com. Thanks x Julie

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  29. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says

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    These are so cute! Thanks so much for sharing with us! We hope that you will join us next week!

    Take care,

    Trish

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  30. Jessica @ Stay at Home-ista says

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    Love this idea, I pinned it, and I hope I can make it as a hostess gift for a friend’s summer bbq.

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  31. Kimberly @ See Sew and Seedlings says

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    These are just precious!! I am your newest follower!!

    http://www.seesewandseedlings.blogspot.com/

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  32. shabbygals says

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    I just LOVE these….I have a bunch of tiles….thx for the inspiration! Visiting from shabbygals.blogspot.com. Stop by for a visit when you get a chance!

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  33. Shooting Stars Mag says

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    Oh wow, I love this!! I’ve been wanting to use my Mod Podge. I’m a newbie. LOL I’m from KY too, by the way…def. loving the weather.

    Thanks for sharing. Looks easy enough!!

    -Lauren

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  34. Portland Chimney Repair says

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    Great blog, informative and up to date. Bookmarking your page. Thanks and more power!

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  35. katy says

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    These are adorable!

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  36. Jules says

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    Did you have to put any other sealer on them? With Mod Podge being water soluable, I’m afraid as the drinks “sweat” they finish will disolve. Did you find this to be true? :-) They’re so cute.

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  37. jen @ Tatertots & Jello says

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    Super cute! I love the bright colors you used!

    xoxo

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