Easy Breezy DIY: How To Make Summer Coasters

Happy Summer! I'm excited to share this simple DIY craft with you. I found some cute summery napkins at my local Dollar Tree and knew I wanted to create another summer craft, but I wasn't sure what I wanted to create. Today I will show you how to create these simple summer coasters that are perfect for the season.

Video tutorial

Easy Breezy DIY: How To Make Summer Coasters

Materials:

- Round wood circles

- Napkins

- Mod Podge (I'm using the dishwasher-safe one)

- Acrylic paint

- Paintbrush

- One cork sheet (I'm using the adhesive cork sheet from Dollar Tree)

Begin by taking your adhesive cork sheet and flipping it over so that the adhesive backing is facing up. Next, take a pencil and start to trace each of your round wooden circles. Then, take your scissors and cut out each of the traced circles. You can use a craft knife to make any necessary adjustments.

After that, take your circles and begin to remove the back of each of the cork circles exposing the sticky backing. Gently press your circle onto the wooden coaster. Do this for each of your coasters. I decided to add a cork bottom to each of my coasters because I wanted my coasters to have a smooth surface when placed on wooden surfaces or glass.

You are now ready to apply your acrylic paint to each of the wooden circles. I chose colors like brighter pink, yellow, blue, and red. Allow your paint to completely dry. You can also use a heating tool to help the process along. After allowing it to dry, add a thin layer of Mod Podge over the acrylic paint.

Next, remove the second layer of your napkin. Use scissors to cut out the desired design you will want to use for your coasters. I found these summery napkins at my Dollar Tree store and I thought they would go great for my summer coaster designs.

I ended up using my watercolor paintbrush to cut around my napkin. I decided I did not want a straight cut, and by using the paintbrush I was able to remove the edges and give the napkin a different look.

You are now ready to add your napkin cutouts to each of the coasters. Before adding the napkin cutouts, add another layer of the Mod Podge over each of the coasters. Once you have added the cutouts, take your decorations and add them over the Mod Podge.

Next, place a section of parchment paper over the coaster, and use my mini iron, pressing down and moving over the decoration for a few seconds. I love using this technique; it helps to smooth out the design, leaving you with a smooth appearance.

Allow your coasters to fully dry. It takes 28 days for the Mod Podge to cure before you can wash the surface. I would recommend spot-cleaning your coasters with a damp cloth if needed.

Once your coasters have completely dried, use a sealer to seal off your coasters.

That's it! Your summer coasters are complete. All that's left is to pour yourself a nice tall glass of lemonade, set your coasters out, and enjoy! Perfect for summer!