Coasters are understated but super helpful home accessories and can add a fun element of personality to your home. However, you don’t have to go out and buy your own, you can make your own with these 25 DIY coaster crafts!
Grab the supplies and make one or more of these projects for your own home. Now I know we are a family that needs a set of coasters in every room, so I’ll surely craft a few of these on my own. I love to add resin over the top for extra protection but there are tons of options below!
25 Quick DIY Coaster Crafts
To make things easier, I have organized all the coaster crafts by topic, allowing you to jump directly to the ideas that interest you the most. If you find a project you like, simply click the “read more” button to access the tutorial for that specific project. And you can pin or bookmark any projects you want to try later!
Photo Coasters
Get those photos off your phone and turn them into amazing coasters using these tutorials!
Wood Coaster Crafts
Love the look of wooden coasters? Then check out these projects that range from burning, painting, and stenciling onto wood!
Cork Coasters
Break out those traditional cork-style coasters to make these fun and easy projects!
Infusible Ink Coaster Crafts
Infusible ink is not just for t-shirts! Using the same ink to create all types of coasters that are perfect for gift-giving!
Vinyl & Sublimation Coasters
If you love vinyl and sublimation, then you will want to add these coaster projects to your to-do list!
Fabric & Yarn Coaster Crafts
For those of you who like fabric and yarn, check out these coaster projects that use fabric, embroidery thread, and even t-shirt yarn!
Decorative Tape Coasters
Do you have a large collection of decorative tape? Well, whether it’s copper foil or washi tape, it can be used to create some colorful coasters!
Tile Coaster Crafts
If you have some leftover tiles from your last home renovation DIY, don’t let them go to waste, use them to create these fun coasters!
Terra-Cotta Coasters
Terra-cotta sauces are not just for plants! Use them instead to create some cute but sturdy coasters!
Unique Coaster Crafts
Finally, if you are looking for some unique coasters to make, check out these Resin and Mod Podge coasters!
Which of these fun coaster crafts will you try first? Be sure to let us know how they turn out!
Coasters may be small, but they effectively protect your furniture, especially if it’s made of wood. When visiting someone else’s home, it’s important to be respectful and use coasters. You could also consider gifting them one of these handcrafted coasters to help safeguard the surfaces in their home!
Why Do You Need To Use Coasters?
A coaster is essential to protect your furniture from unsightly water rings and marks that form due to condensation on a glass, cup, bottle, or mug.
Your cold drink can leave a puddle underneath which can damage your surface. Meanwhile, the bottom of certain cups or glasses could leave small scratches or nicks on the table. This becomes a bigger problem if you’re moving your drink around a lot on the surface.
Keeping all that in mind, it just makes sense to put a coaster down before you set down your drink. You’ll keep the furniture free from blemishes and get chic home décor all in one go. Hitting two birds with one stone! What are you waiting for? Start on one of these DIY coaster crafts today.
What Is The Best Type Of Coaster?
We often don’t give a lot of thought to the coasters we buy, as long as they look good, of course. But still, it’s worth knowing which material works best. After all, you want something that gives you the most value for your money!
Your choice of coaster is a matter of preference, but generally speaking, the most effective ones will be made from:
Pulpboard
These are mainly for restaurant and bar use. High-quality pulp boards are extremely durable and highly absorbent.
Cork
Naturally absorbent, cork coasters insulate against heat transfer and collect droplets of water from the outside of your glass.
Neoprene
Made from the same material as wetsuits for diving, neoprene makes a great absorbent material for coasters. They not only absorb liquid from your drink, but they also dry fast, leaving you with no condensation or drips that spill over onto your coffee table.
Silicone
Silicone drink coasters are popular because they don’t stick to your drink, aren’t easily broken, and can be rinsed off for a quick clean.
Sandstone
Sandstone is a naturally absorbent material, thanks to thousands of tiny pores that allow the stone to take in liquid, which will later evaporate.
The best coasters are made from any material that will absorb moisture. I also prefer those that will not adhere to the bottom of the glass when you pick it up to take a drink. Any of the above five material options are winners, but that isn’t to say the other materials will not work.
I say make all of the coaster crafts and then decide which you prefer! Then you will have a material and can craft with it over and over again!
5 Drinkware Crafts
Love these coaster crafts, and want more drinkware crafts? Then check out the projects below!
I didn’t see that you shared my coasters until now – thank you! Pinning 😀