Happy Tuesday! Today I’m excited to share with you how to make beer coasters! I do a lot of crafts around the house, and let me tell you–this is one of the few that guys have actually noticed. These also make great gifts! Luckily I have some beer loving friends who sacrificed themselves by drinking six packs that I could use to make these beer coasters 😉
These were my favorites from my batch : )
Here is what you’ll need:
Like I said, sacrifice 😉
- Beer six packs (thicker cardboard ones work the best)
- Mod Podge
- Polyacrylic
- Paintbrush/paint sponge
- Scissors
- Tiles (I used these cheap ones from Lowe’s)
- Felt Bumpers/Blankets
First you’ll need to cut out a 4in x 4in square out of scrap paper. I used some leftover cardstock I had, and then traced the square onto the six-pack. Trace on the smoothest surfaces and mix it up. Don’t always trace lined up with something. Take a look at the pictures to see what I mean. I usually get two out of each six pack. When you are cutting, if part of your square is attached to the dividers within the six pack, cut the divider away from the insides of the pack while leaving it attached to the cut out (outside of the 6 pack). Then holding the cut out against a hard surface, detach the divider (try your best not to crease your square). Finally cut out your 4in by 4in square.
Once you have all of your squares, it is time to start mod podging! Using a paintbrush or sponge, spread mod podge on the back of your square as the first step of the mod podge process. I recommend putting something underneath your project before you begin, mod podge can be a mess 😉
Then place your square on the coaster and smooth out any bubbles and press down. I let mine dry about twenty minutes. Some of the squares were stubborn, and I got a little creative to keep the corners from rolling up 🙂
Hopefully the Ginger will not notice Mod Podge fingerprints on his whiskey bottles 😉
Next place a thin layer of mod podge on top of the coaster and let dry for about twenty minutes. Repeat this step two more times and let dry for 72 hours after the final coat of mod podge.
Once your mod podge is done drying, it is time to add some extra waterproof seal with Polycrylic. Add a thin layer of Polycrylic on each coaster and let dry for 2 hours. Lightly sand and clean off. Repeat two more times and let the final coat dry about 24 hours before handling again.
Once your coasters are dry, you can add felt bottoms to protect your table surfaces. In the past, I used the little round felt bumpers. I saw these square felt pads that you can cut up yourself and decided to try those since I would be making a lot. After using both, I now know I prefer the little round bumpers–the square felt pads were thicker and elevated the coaster more than the bumpers.
After you have added all of your felt, you are done!! I made so many that it took up my whole dining room table, and I was ready to reclaim it! Now time for a drink!
Thanks for stopping by!
Jess
Danielle from Storypiece says
August 30, 2015 at 12:25 amThese are so cool! Can’t wait to try them for my beer drinkin’ man.
Jess says
August 31, 2015 at 10:27 amThanks Danielle! Hope he likes them : )
Jennifer says
May 3, 2020 at 10:10 amHello Jess,
I’m Jennifer. I was wondering if you could make me one for me, could you make a Crown Royal one? Please email me!
Linda Thompson says
August 31, 2015 at 5:41 pmLove, these! Made some for my nephew last weekend and have requests for more:). I did not have modge podge, so I diluted my elmers glue. Worked great and use the rustoleum clear spray paint. I put three light coats on and let them dry in between. I tested them with water and they are waterproof. Thanks, now I am looking for something to use for St. Louis Cardinals coasters!!
Jess says
September 3, 2015 at 5:25 pmI like your resourcefulness! Glad your nephew liked them 🙂
Carly says
February 26, 2017 at 11:52 pmStack nelkul keveset mond a reach, ez igaz. Ha erre gondolsz: Ha mondjuk 5cm-rel magasabb a fejcso, akkor &#;8t02ha2rabb” kezdodik a felsocso, vagyis kisebb lesz a reach. Kozben a vizszintes virtualis csohoz meg lehet azonos mindket vaznal, hisz a villaszog/ulocsoszog kozel azonos, attol hogy magasabban van a felsocso, meg lehet ugyanolyan hosszu.
cecilia says
February 22, 2016 at 6:09 pmI like to put photograph, should i make a copy or use original
Jess says
March 9, 2016 at 8:00 pmHi Cecilia,
I think a copy on regular paper would be easier to modpodge. Thanks for stopping by!
Crystal says
April 2, 2016 at 6:05 pmPlease help! I’m almost done with my project (side note, I love the tutorial, thanks so much for making it super easy to follow), but I saw a hair got caught on the surface right after I applied the gloss finish! Like an idiot, I instinctively tried wiping it off with a nearby paper towel which left even more residue! Is my project a lost cause?? Is there any way to wipe away the hair/dust after my gloss has dried? Should I try sanding off the gloss?? I’m so bummed because I spent so much time on this project and it was coming out wonderfully and now it looks ruined!
Jess says
February 13, 2017 at 8:44 pmHi Crystal! I feel your pain because I definitely noticed some dog hairs in mine after I was done. You may be able to lightly sand done (I would test out a super fine sandpaper) to try and get the top layer gently off. Hope this helps 🙂
Barb says
August 28, 2018 at 8:04 pmQuick question.
I also use the felt circles on the bottom of each coaster. When not in use-I stack the coasters-one on top of the other. How can I prevent the bottom felt circles from leaving an impression on the top of the next coaster?
Betty says
May 26, 2019 at 2:13 pmDid you use a glazed tile? I was wondering how well the glue/Mod Podge would stick to it. Did you leave the back free from felt except for the feet?
Sheila says
September 16, 2019 at 12:44 pmHave you noticed whether or not the tile sticks to the glass after sitting for a bit? Using a coffee cup on some tiles, with other clearcoats, it will stick to the coaster and lift it clear of the table! Has anyone had this issue?
Maryrose says
January 7, 2020 at 3:27 pmYes. I bought tiles/coasters similar to these, use for coffee mug. I wonder if this happens only with warm/hot items?
Sherry Ohnmeiss says
December 19, 2019 at 10:56 amWhy do streaks run through mine when I do 3 coats ?
Bill Epps says
February 17, 2020 at 8:48 amJess,
Just found this project on Pinterst and am excited to start it. Quick question. Does the tile matter if it’s a glossy, glazed type? I couldn’t find any that are matted.
Just curious if the modge podge will hold to it?
Thanks,
Bill