Handmade coaster ideas: stylish items for tea time
Coasters that can absorb water droplets and prevent your table from getting wet or scratched.
Chances are, you’ve used them at least once.
This article introduces a variety of DIY coaster ideas.
There are ideas using all kinds of materials—fabric scraps, resin, yarn, beads, tiles, and more—so feel free to use them as inspiration.
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Handmade coaster ideas: Stylish items for tea time (11–20)
Sea coaster
When you think of summer, you think of the sea, right? On hot summer days, it’s a great idea to go swimming and really soak up the season.
The ocean is a place everyone can enjoy together, and the sound of the waves and the scenery are so soothing.
How about some summery coasters that capture that seaside feel? All you need to do is paint the ocean onto coasters you can buy at a 100-yen shop.
You can easily gather everything you need, like sand and paints.
You can finish them to your liking with waves, seashells, and more, so they’re highly recommended.
These coasters are perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the ocean vibe at home.
bead coaster
Let’s try making a beaded coaster.
Use a circle-cut piece of felt for the base, and sew beads onto it.
The process itself is simple but time-consuming, so it’s a great idea for when you have plenty of time.
String the beads onto your thread beforehand.
Sew the bead at one end of the strand to the center of the felt, then, moving in a spiral, stitch each bead onto the felt one by one.
The idea is to anchor the thread between each bead to the felt.
It’s a bit of work, but the effort will make you love the beautiful coaster you create!
embroidered coaster
Here’s an idea for embroidered coasters that add charm to leisurely moments.
The thick coaster construction combined with ornate embroidery creates a luxurious impression.
Cut your fabric to match the size of the cardstock on which you’ve drawn the coaster design, then stitch together your preferred pattern.
Sew batting onto the fabric, fold it to the inside, and close the opening.
By crafting a frame-like design, you can still enjoy the illustration even when a cup is placed on top.
[Felt] Flower Coaster
![[Felt] Flower Coaster](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eJjMCvjVCVI/sddefault.jpg)
Here’s an idea for coasters themed around flowers that let you enjoy the soft, fluffy texture of felt.
We’ll show you how to make easy coasters using just felt fabric, thick paper (cardstock), and a hot glue gun.
Use a compass to draw a circle on the cardstock, then layer the felt fabric and cut them out together.
Create the central flower piece where the cup will sit and the petal pieces, then attach them with the hot glue gun.
It’s also fun to use colorful materials or base your design on real flowers like sunflowers.
Indian embroidered coaster
These are Indian embroidery coasters that you can finish with just simple hand running stitches! First, cut your favorite Indian embroidered ribbon and fold it in half with right sides together.
Sew a running stitch along the edge opposite the fold with a 1 cm seam allowance.
Attach fabric double-sided tape to the top and bottom edges, turn it right side out, then peel off the backing paper and press to adhere.
That’s all it takes to make a cute Indian embroidery coaster! They’re a bit on the small side, but they have plenty of presence.
They’re easy to make, so they’re great as gifts, too!
Sunflower Coaster
Perfect for summer! Here are some ideas for sunflower coasters.
What flowers do you picture when you think of summer? Hibiscus and morning glories come to mind, but many people probably think of sunflowers.
This time, let’s make sunflower coasters you can use in summer.
You’ll need a template, two shades of brown felt, two shades of yellow felt, scissors, a hot glue gun, a ruler, and a pencil.
The center of the sunflower is made by weaving felt strips, so if that’s difficult, it’s a good idea to work on it together with a guardian.
Handmade shaker coaster
Introducing original handmade “shaker” coasters that capture the feel of the seasons.
Gather styrofoam board, background design paper, a clear file, plastic sheet, double-sided tape, beads or seashells, and sand, and let’s get started.
First, decide what kind of coaster you want to make.
Cut the styrofoam board to create the coaster base.
Attach the base pieces together for the bottom section.
Apply masking tape around the edges, add seashells and sand inside, then seal it with the lid using double-sided tape—and you’re done! Give it a try!
Pressed flower coaster made from a snack lid
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Let’s make use of plastic lids! Here’s an idea for pressed-flower coasters using candy lids.
Have you ever seen plastic lids on candy containers? It turns out they’re great for crafts.
This time, let’s try making pressed-flower coasters using those lids.
You’ll need a plastic lid, pressed flowers or flower stickers, resin, tweezers, and so on.
Resin is a material that hardens liquid resin into a solid, so if you have some at home, feel free to give it a try.
Flower coasters made from plastic bottle caps
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Let’s try making something with materials you already have at home! Here’s an idea for a flower-shaped coaster made from plastic bottle caps.
Many households end up with extra caps when sorting their plastic bottles, right? This idea puts those caps to good use.
You’ll need seven plastic bottle caps, parchment paper, an iron, and nail polish or permanent markers.
Arrange the caps in a flower shape, sandwich them between parchment paper, and use an iron to melt them together with heat.
Let them cool, add color, and you’re done!
Heart coasters made with leftover yarn
https://www.tiktok.com/@yuuri.asobi/video/7472354127566114056The key is the soft, fluffy feel! Here’s an idea for heart-shaped coasters made from leftover yarn.
Many households may find they have extra yarn after a crafting project.
These heart-motif coasters are a great way to use it.
They turn out with a cute look, so they’re highly recommended! You’ll need a clear file folder, scissors, wool roving (needle felting wool), finely cut yarn, cardboard, a felting needle, and more.
It’s fun to mix the wool roving with the chopped yarn, isn’t it?