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Making your own stone coasters with metallic color blocking and geometric patterns is a super easy project with big results that will fool anyone into thinking you are a design mogul. A set of four would make a great gift for almost any person in your life and for any occasion. Guys would like these. Gals would like these. Heavy drinkers. Shmoopie newlyweds. Design snobs. College grads. Should I keep going? No? Ok, here’s the how-to:

DIY Painted Stone Coasters - Raised by Design
You’ll need a few supplies, all available at home improvement stores, craft stores, or online.
  • 4″ x 4″ stone samples or tiles – mine are honed limestone samples leftover from a design project, but you could do this project using these or any stone that you prefer; just keep in mind that a honed finish is easier for paint to adhere to than a polished finish
  • craft paint in various colors – I used Martha Stewart Crafts Multi-Surface Acrylic Craft Paint in White, Rust, Gold and Sterling
  • painter’s tape – I like Scotch-Blue Painter’s Tape by 3M for Delicate Surfaces because it peels away easily and cleanly (we use this tape to paint our home as well)
  • paint brushes – every art teacher I’ve had confirms the notion that ‘the brush doesn’t make the painter’ so don’t buy expensive paint brushes; the ones I use are from this super-cheap value pack
  • felt squares – you know, the ones that cost a PENNY! 
  • scissors – you all know where to buy scissors, or probably have some already, but I like to have one pair marked “FOR FABRIC ONLY” so they stay nice and sharp and I stay nice and uptight
  • hot glue gun + glue sticks – super easy to get your hands on one of these, and every home should have one to keep things dangerous, just make sure you buy the glue sticks that are the right size for your glue gun
  • stone sealer for honed finishes – I think this one is your best bet, although it does come in a pint size at some stores
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No prep – just tape and paint! Wait for paint to dry in between coats for best coverage. Also, peel your tape away at a 45 degree angle soon after you paint for the cleanest line. Don’t wait for the paint to dry before you peel because it may peel up with the tape – a great tip from James’ uncle who is a contractor.
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It’s fun to experiment with different patterns and colors – use a wine cork to make polka dots if you’re in the mood.
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I like a little opacity for a brushed look, but if you want to have a solid coat I would aim for at least 3 coats.
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You can decide if you want to paint the edges or leave them natural. On some of my coasters I did a dipped look and wrapped the tape all the way around and painted the edges only where I had painted on the surface.
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Once your paint has dried, cut out a square of felt to size and use the hot glue gun to adhere it to the bottom of your coaster as a backing. Then swipe on a coat or two of sealer and you’re done!

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Tie them up with twine and a gift tag for easy wrapping. Pair the coasters with a bottle of Lillet or Celebtration Ale for a killer gift!

Loveyoubye! Maggie

 

3 Comments on rbd makes: metallic stone coasters

  1. era.b
    05/20/2014 at 4:55 PM (11 years ago)

    This is amazing!! And looks so artsy and high end. Bravo, love it!

    Reply
      • era.b
        05/20/2014 at 7:34 PM (11 years ago)

        Definitely! I just saved this on Pinterest as a future DIY.

        Reply

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