Watercolor DIY Coasters
In the Designer's Words: "I used watercolor markers to create custom coasters! By using watercolor paper and sealing it with Mod Podge, my artwork is protected from liquid and can be displayed on the coffee table all the time!"
Estimated CostUnder $10
Time to CompleteIn an evening
Primary TechniqueColoring
Project or Page SizeCard
Type of Paper UsedCardstock
Materials List
- Watercolor Paper
- Spectrum Aqua Markers
- Stamps from Crafter's Companion
- Mod Podge
- Plain Coasters
- Scissors /Trimmer
- Distress Ink
Instructions
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Trim out cardstock to the size of the coaster. I did a set of 4 coasters, so I trimmed out 4 panels.
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Stamp images with Distress Ink.
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Use watercolor markers and a waterbrush to color in images. I used the same colors, but varied the order of the colors.
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Once the watercolors are dry, adhere to coasters.
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Seal with Mod Podge and set aside to dry. Seal with a second coat.
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The coasters will be ready for use after 24 hours!
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lalalaura
Apr 20, 2016
I absolutely adore this coasters! They definitely don't look homemade.

AFC Editor Annalis a
Apr 15, 2016
I would never know these were handmade. They're so cute and look like they belong in an artsy coffee shop!

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